[American Academy of Neurology](https://www.aan.com)

October 2026

Annual recognition award; certificate of recognition; no direct monetary award specified.

Honors neuroscience course directors who develop innovative and successful pre-clerkship neurology programs for medical students.

--- ## Description This award recognizes neuroscience course directors who have developed robust educational programs for pre-clerkship medical students. Special consideration is given to individuals who utilize novel technologies and educational strategies, employ a variety of teaching methods, find innovative ways to engage students, and have demonstrated course success or contributed to increasing student interest in post-graduate neurology training. The award aims to honor dedicated educators who provide valuable early exposure to neurology. --- ## Due Dates - October 2026 (anticipated/projected full application deadline) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - The award consists of a certificate of recognition from the American Academy of Neurology. - No direct monetary award is specified. - Typically, one course director or a pair of co-directors is selected annually; if no suitable nominations are received, no award is given that year. --- ## Eligibility - Nominees must be active AAN members in good standing with current dues. - Must be current neuroscience course directors, co-directors, associate directors, or assistant directors who have held the position for at least one year. - Only one nomination per institution (or per campus, if a university has multiple campuses) will be accepted. - Nominations are open to co-directors if responsibilities are shared. - Priority may be given to those who have not previously received a Director Award (program, clerkship, or neuroscience course). - Posthumous nominations are not accepted. --- ## Application Process - Submit an online application via the AAN website. - Required supporting documents: - Confirmation of support from a faculty member or supervisor. - Confirmation of support from the department chair, dean, or dean’s representative. - Nominee’s curriculum vitae (CV). - Only one nomination per institution/campus is accepted. --- ## Additional Information - The award is intended to honor exceptional educational leadership and innovation in pre-clerkship neurology education. - If no nomination meets the selection committee’s criteria, the award may not be given in a given year. --- ## External Links - [Program Page & Application Instructions](https://www.aan.com/research/neuroscience-course-director-excellence-award) - [AAN Awards & Research Grants](https://www.aan.com/research/aan-research-program) --- ## Contact Information | Name/Title | Email | Phone | |------------------------------------|-----------------------------|-----------------| | Ria Geguera, Undergraduate Education Program Manager | [rgeguera@aan.com](mailto:rgeguera@aan.com) | (800) 879-1960 | | AAN Member Services | [memberservices@aan.com](mailto:memberservices@aan.com) | (800) 879-1960 |

Neuroscience Course Director Award

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