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

April 2027 (Nomination submission deadline for Society Awards including the Walter E. Stamm Mentor Award)

Recognition award; no monetary prize specified; one recipient selected annually.

Honors exceptional mentorship in the field of infectious diseases, recognizing individuals who have made a significant impact on the professional growth of others.

--- ## Description The Walter E. Stamm Mentor Award, presented by the Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA), recognizes an IDSA member or fellow who has demonstrated outstanding mentorship within the field of infectious diseases. Named in honor of Dr. Walter E. Stamm, a distinguished physician, researcher, and mentor, this award celebrates those who have significantly contributed to the professional development and success of clinicians, researchers, and public health leaders in infectious diseases. The award highlights the transformative impact of mentorship on shaping future leaders dedicated to advancing healthcare and combating infectious diseases. --- ## Due Dates - April 2027 (anticipated/projected nomination submission deadline for Society Awards, including the Walter E. Stamm Mentor Award) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - The award is a recognition honor; there is no monetary prize specified. - One recipient is selected annually. --- ## Eligibility - **Nominee:** Must be an active IDSA member or fellow in good standing. - **Nominators:** Both the primary nominator and at least one secondary nominator must also be active IDSA members. - **Restrictions:** - Members currently serving on the IDSA Board of Directors or the Society Awards Committee are not eligible. - Previous recipients of the Walter E. Stamm Mentor Award are not eligible to receive it again but may be nominated for different Society Awards. - Self-nominations are not permitted. --- ## Application Process - **Nomination Submission:** Nominations are submitted online through the IDSA Society Awards portal. - **Required Materials:** - A primary nomination statement (up to 500 words) summarizing the nominee’s mentorship contributions, quality, and impact. - At least one seconding statement of support from another IDSA member (up to 250 words; up to three may be included). - The nominee’s current curriculum vitae (CV). - An NIH Biosketch is optional for this award. - **Selection:** Recipients are chosen by the Society Awards Committee and the IDSA Board of Directors. --- ## Additional Information - The award is presented annually. - Past recipients have included leaders who have profoundly influenced the field through mentorship. - The award is part of the broader IDSA Society Awards program, recognizing excellence across various domains in infectious diseases. --- ## External Links - [Walter E. Stamm Mentor Award Program Page](https://www.idsociety.org/about-us/awards/the-walter-e.-stamm-mentor-award) - [Society Awards Overview & Nomination Instructions](https://www.idsociety.org/about-us/awards/society-awards/) - [IDSA Grants & Funding Alerts](https://www.idsociety.org/practice-resources/grants-and-funding/funding-alerts) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |---------------------|-------------------------------------------------------------------------| | General Inquiries | [email protected] | | Phone | +1 703-299-0200 | | Contact Page | [IDSA Contact Form](https://www.idsociety.org/about-idsa/contact-us/) |

Walter E. Stamm Mentor Award

Sign in to see full grant listing