"We should sponsor investigation, training, communication of knowledge in all areas of mineral/bone biology, diagnostics, therapeutics... we should work to recognize trainees' investigative efforts by providing a stable, nurturing society that bolsters funding and addresses their needs... we should honor meritorious investigators in our field" -- John Haddad, M.D., ASBMR 10th President and Former AIMM Board Member.
John G. Haddad, Jr. M.D., was a pioneer in studies of vitamin D metabolism in both the laboratory and the clinic. He was one of the first to identify and analyze the role of the vitamin D binding protein. He also carried out extensive clinical studies in Paget's disease, as well as in osteoporosis and hyperparathyroidism.
Dr. Haddad was a regular and active participant in the Advances in Mineral Metabolism (AIMM) and a Past-President of ASBMR. The leadership of AIMM and the ASBMR agreed to collaborate in honoring John Haddad, Jr., and in supporting the development of young investigators by establishing the ASBMR John Haddad Young Investigator Awards which would allow eight young ASBMR investigators to participate in the AIMM/ASBMR Young Investigators' Meeting in Snowmass, Colorado, USA. The next meeting will be held April 6-10, 2010.
The deadline has now passed for nominations.
Purpose of Grant:
The purpose of this program is to facilitate the professional development of young basic and clinical scientists in the field of bone and mineral metabolism.
By providing financial support to attend the AIMM-ASBMR Meeting, the ASBMR hopes to promote the participation of promising young investigators at the meeting. Such support is intended to encourage the appropriate and necessary interaction with senior investigators and leaders in the field which will help to advance the careers of young investigators.
Those selected to attend the meeting will be required to present their research in a 15-20 minute presentation. They should be prepared for frequent interruptions of questions and comments during a 30 minute time slot. The meeting forum and program are designed to stimulate a dynamic, creative, and collaborative exchange of science in a supportive, retreat-like atmosphere.
Eligibility:
- Professional status of nominee should be at a level of 2 year post-doctoral fellow or resident up to no more than 2 years as Assistant Professor as of September 15, 2009
- Current ASBMR or AIMM member or nominated by a member of either ASBMR or AIMM
Guidelines for Nomination:
Please include SIX copies of the following:
- Nomination by a mentor
- Nomination should include a letter of support from a mentor or senior investigator
- A current curriculum vitae must accompany the nomination. Format of c.v. should follow NIH style for biographical sketch (see example on nomination form) and should be no more than 2 pages
- A brief paragraph (no more than 500 words) summarizing the young investigator's current research is required. The topic that the applicant would present at the AIMM meeting should be clearly indicated. The applicant should also address his/her future goals in the field.
- Nomination packet should be written primarily by the candidate
- Please note that all aspects of the applicant's application are taken into account by the review committee
Download a Nomination Form
Mail Packets to: ASBMR
Attn: John Haddad YI Awards
2025 M Street NW, Suite 800
Washington, DC 20036
Grant:
Grant amount to be provided is $1600
Process:
Nominees will be notified of the results by December 1, 2009. A total of 8 young investigators will be selected to receive ASBMR John Haddad Young Investigator Awards and present their research at the AIMM-ASBMR Meeting. Young investigators will be selected by a joint committee of AIMM and the ASBMR based on the excellence of their research potential and its application to mineral metabolism and/or bone. Successful applicants are expected to participate in the entire AIMM Meeting from April 6-10, 2010.