Recognition Awards

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The Recognition Award program has been established by the Association as a means of recognizing the commitment and achievement of individuals in the field of Clinical Mass Spectrometry. This program is one of the means by which the Association encourages the advancement of mass spectrometry in clinical chemistry via the promotion of research, education and application.

The MSACL Distinguished Contribution Award

In Recognition of Achievements Made in the Field of Clinical Mass Spectrometry that have Furthered the Advancement of Knowledge and the Implementation of Science for the Benefit of Humanity © MSACL

Representative Award Medal

Self-nominations are not recognized for consideration.

The purpose of the Distinguished Contribution Award is to recognize a contributor who has conducted research, teaching or application of Mass Spectrometry in Clinical Chemistry with significant impact.

Nominations will be evaluated on elements of the following criteria:

1. Program of research: Quality, scope and overall impact on the profession,
2. The extent to which the contribution is based on original concepts and/or innovative practices recognized throughout the field over a sustained period,
3. The impact the contribution has had on the field, including education, influence on practitioners and the care of patients, organizations, thought leaders, and research, and
4. Influence on research advancement and career development within the profession

Nomination Application Information should include:

1. The basic contact info of the nominee.
2. A concise summary of the applicant's accomplishments and/or contributions.
3. The basic contact info of the nominator.

The Award recognizes a focused or singular achievement in education, technology development or applied mass spectrometry in clinical chemistry. The award will be conferred at the annual MSACL conference.

Deadline:

The MSACL 2025 application deadline is January 7, 2025.

Selection Procedure: