The Honored Student Award encourages and recognizes graduate students doing research in one of the areas represented by AOCS Divisions. Sponsored by the AOCS Foundation.
What does the recipient receive?
- Certificate
- Up to a US $500 travel allowance for U.S. and Canada residents [or up to a US $1,000 travel allowance for recipients residing outside of those countries]
- Complimentary AOCS Annual Meeting registration, lodging and Division meal ticket
- Opportunity to present an award lecture at the AOCS Annual Meeting
Who is eligible?
Current graduate students:
- who have not begun a career in their chosen field by May 1 of the presentation year:
- whose research is comprised of fats, oils and related fields
- who have never received the Honored Student Award
How do I nominate someone?
Login to the Awards Portal to submit the following application materials by October 14.
- Complete application questions using the Awards Portal
- Letter of support from the major advisor
- Major Advisor Ranking Form (.docx) prepared by the major advisor
- At least one letter of recommendation from an individual familiar with the candidate’s accomplishments
- Copy of current university/college transcript showing courses and grades
- Detailed Curriculum Vitae which includes education, work and training experiences, awards, and a full list of publications and scientific/technical meeting presentations
- Abstract submitted for the current year’s AOCS Annual Meeting
