Applications are closed. The deadline was 11:59 PM PST on Tuesday, November 30, 2021.
The following prizes are available from each division, with the same structure for the Dolores C. Shockley competition. Please note that fewer prizes may be awarded at the division's discretion.
Postdoctoral scientists:
- 1st place: $300
- 2nd place: $200
- 3rd place: $100
Graduate and post-baccalaureate students:
- 1st place: $300
- 2nd place: $200
- 3rd place: $100
Undergraduates:
- 1st place: $150
- 2nd place: $50
Q: Does submitting to the poster competition automatically enter me for a travel award?
A: No, you must apply separately for a travel award. Please visit the travel awards webpage for more details.
Q: When will I find out if I have been accepted to compete for a poster award?
A: Notifications will be sent out in time to take advantage of the early registration deadline.
Q: I submitted a late-breaking abstract. Can I compete for a poster award?
A: No; only abstracts submitted by the deadline of 11:59 PM PST Tuesday, November 30, 2021 are eligible.
Q: I was accepted to compete, but I can no longer attend the meeting. Can another author give the presentation for me?
A: No author substitutions are allowed. If you are unable to attend the meeting, your entry will be withdrawn from the competition.
Q: Will I be able to compete virtually?
A: There will not be a virtual competition option for EB 2022.
Q: If I have won a cash prize, when can I expect to receive it?
A: Please allow 6 to 8 weeks following the conclusion of the Annual Meeting to receive your prize.
Q: I was selected to participate in last year’s competition. Can I apply again?
A: Yes, you may apply again.
Q: I would like to compete in the Dolores C. Shockley poster competition. Can I also compete in my division?
A: Yes, you may also compete in your division, although it’s not required. Please be sure indicate your interest when you submit your abstract. Please note that the competitions occur simultaneously.
Q: When will I find out if I have won an award?
A: Awards will be announced during the closing awards event on Tuesday, April 5 at 3:30 PM in Philadelphia.
Q: How will my poster be judged during the competition?
A: Please refer to our scoring form for the criteria judges will use.
If you have other questions about a poster award, please email us at posterawards@aspet.org.