This award honors early-career physiologists for exceptional professional service and contributions to advancing the discipline of physiology.
Funder: American Physiological Society
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027
Funding Amounts: $1,000 honorarium plus reimbursement of early registration fee to the American Physiology Summit (one-time award)
Summary: Recognizes early-career physiologists for outstanding professional service and commitment to the discipline.
The Dale J. Benos Early Career Professional Service Award, established by the Trainee Advisory Committee of the American Physiological Society, honors early-career members—such as postdoctoral fellows, assistant professors, or equivalent—who have demonstrated exceptional dedication and service to the physiology community. The award celebrates significant contributions to advancing the broader goals of the discipline and is presented at the American Physiology Summit.