[Infectious Diseases Society of America](https://www.idsociety.org)

April 7, 2026

Honorific award; no monetary value specified.

Recognizes individuals who demonstrate exceptional courage in leadership and commitment to advancing scientific integrity and infectious diseases research.

--- ## Description This award honors individuals who have shown outstanding courage in leadership within the field of infectious diseases, particularly those who embody the values of Dr. Anthony Fauci: scientific integrity, advocacy for sound science, perseverance in the face of opposition, and positive impact on healthcare and patients at local, national, or global levels. The award is designed to celebrate leaders who inspire change and encourage others to make a difference through their commitment to science and public health. --- ## Due Dates - April 7, 2026: Nomination/application deadline (end of the Society Awards application period) --- ## Funding Amount - This is an honorific award; no monetary prize or direct funding is specified. --- ## Eligibility - Open to both members and nonmembers of the Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA). - Nominations are encouraged from national and international communities. - There are **no membership requirements** for nominees for this specific award (unlike other Society Awards). - Members currently serving on the IDSA Board of Directors or Society Awards Committee are **not eligible**. - Previous recipients of this award are **not eligible** to receive it again. - Self-nominations are **not permitted**. --- ## Application Process - Nominations are submitted online via the [IDSA Society Awards nomination portal](https://profile.idsociety.org/s/society-awards). - The application period runs from January 20, 2026, to April 7, 2026. - A primary nominator must provide a statement (max 500 words) summarizing the nominee’s contributions, quality, and impact. - At least one secondary statement of support (from an active IDSA member) is required; up to three supporting statements can be submitted (max 250 words each). - A current curriculum vitae (CV) for the nominee must be uploaded. - For this award, an NIH Biosketch is optional. --- ## Additional Information - The award is presented annually. - Past recipients include prominent leaders in infectious diseases and public health. - The award recognizes leadership that advances the field and inspires others, regardless of the nominee’s institutional affiliation or geographic location. --- ## External Links - [Award Details and Past Recipients](https://www.idsociety.org/about-us/awards/anthony-fauci-courage-in-leadership-award) - [Society Awards Main Page](https://www.idsociety.org/about-us/awards/society-awards/) - [Nomination Portal](https://profile.idsociety.org/s/society-awards) - [Funder Home Page](https://www.idsociety.org) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |--------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General | [email protected] | | Phone | +1 703-299-0200 | | Contact Form | [IDSA Contact Page](https://www.idsociety.org/about-idsa/contact-us/) |

Anthony Fauci Courage in Leadership Award

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