Weindruch Scholar Program

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Named in honor of UW-Madison Aging Research pioneer Richard Weindruch, this program will support exceptional young scientists engaged in biology of aging research ($50,000 in research support). The competition is restricted to early-stage investigators on an academic career track (senior Post-Doc fellows, new PIs) who are committed to aging research. Awardee selection criteria include past productivity, a clear direction in aging research, and likelihood to advance the field through scientific discovery. Scholars will be individually matched with mentors with the appropriate expertise (scientific, technological, professional development) at WiNSC or other national Nathan Shock Centers. Questions about WiNSC awards can be directed to WiNSC Program Manager Alicia Weich at winsc@medicine.wisc.edu.

Weindruch Scholar Program Application Details

Early-stage investigators from across the nation are encouraged to submit.

Each application will include:

1. Proposal title
2. Principal Investigator – name, degree, position, academic institution, department
3. Scientific research statement that describes the area of focus with emphasis on relevance to aging, metabolism and translational potential, innovation, and future directions (2 pages)
4. Future vision statement including professional goals, leadership experience, scientific community engagement (1 page)
5. CV
6. Statement of commitment to aging research in an academic setting

Completed applications should be emailed to WiNSC Program Manager Alicia Weich at winsc@medicine.wisc.edu.

Awardee Responsibilities

Award Recipients will respond to requests for a brief annual update on career progression and will be asked to present their research at one of the Annual Conference organized by WiNSC. Weindruch Scholars will receive mentoring as needed throughout and beyond their Award, and will be connected with other Scholars, the Nathan Shock Centers, and the aging research scientific community at large.