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Schroepfer Medal
Award amount
$0
Deadline
Rolling
Time to apply
<15 min
Awards
1 award
Eligibility
- Scientists who have made significant and distinguished accomplishments in the steroid field, which is defined to encompass sterols and other natural and synthetic compounds incorporating the tetracyclic gonane ring system
- Fundamental advances that are primarily chemical, pharmacological, or analytical will also be considered
- Preference is given to mature scientists who have not previously received a major award at the national or international level
- Special consideration is given to interdisciplinary research in which rigorous chemical and analytical methods were applied to elucidate the biochemical and physiological roles of steroids in animals, plants, or microorganisms
- AOCS membership is not required, but preference is given to members
Description
The Schroepfer Medal recognizes a scientist who has made significant and distinguished advances in the steroid field. It honors the memory of George J. Schroepfer, Jr., a leader in the sterol and lipid field for more than 40 years. The award aims to foster Schroepfer’s ideals of personal integrity, high scientific standards, perseverance, and a strong spirit of survival, tempered by charm and wit. Initiated by colleagues of George Schroepfer, this award is presented every other year.
Provided by AOCS
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