Eugene Michels New Investigator Award

Eligibility

Eugene Michels New Investigator Award, with an application deadline in December, offers numerous awards of $750 each.

Description

The Eugene Michels New Investigator Award recognizes licensed physical therapists who have engaged in independent or collaborative research efforts within 10 years of completing their most recent physical therapy professional degree, post-professional doctoral degree (other than a transition DPT degree), or post-professional doctoral fellowship. Qualifying nominees may work in any aspect of physical therapy including, but not limited to, research, education, clinical practice, and consultation. A letter of nomination highlighting the productivity and focus of the nominee's investigations and that specifically focuses on the strengths of the nominee in relation to the award criteria is required. Two letters of support obtained from individuals who can specifically address the criteria for selection in relation to the nominee must also be submitted. Electronic reprints of one or two scholarly works published or accepted for publication by refereed journals must be included in the application as well. Copied portions of reprints, drafts of books, or other large publications, may be submitted. A list of oral presentations delivered at professional meetings, if not included in curriculum vitae or resume, is also required. Please visit the award's website or contact the American Physical Therapy Association for more information.