Postdoctoral STAR (Scholar in Training Advancing Research) Award Lecture

The Postdoctoral STAR (Scholar in Training Advancing Research) Award recognizes the outstanding research achievements and community engagement of two INNS postdoctoral fellows or research scientists. This award highlights individuals who exemplify excellence, innovation, and engagement within the INNS community and provides them with an opportunity to present their work to the INNS Community. Awardees will be selected based on the scientific merit, originality, and impact of their research, as well as their contributions to the INNS community.

INNS postdocs and research scientists are invited to apply by submitting

• An abstract (maximum 1500 characters) describing their research

• A brief statement (maximum 1500 characters) outlining their contribution to the INNS community

Submit your application here

Application deadline: November 10, 2025.

A selection committee will review all submissions and choose two awardees who will each receive the Postdoctoral STAR Award and present their research in a dedicated lecture on December 8 as part of the INNSight Forum 2025-2026.