{"692740":{"#nid":"692740","#data":{"type":"event","title":"Chih Foundation Doctoral Publication Awards","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EDeadline for all materials: Monday, October 19, 2026, 11:59 p.m. ET\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp\u003EThe Chih Foundation honors Georgia Tech doctoral students whose peer-reviewed research demonstrates invention and innovation for the betterment of society. The Foundation seeks applicants who put the needs of others and societal impact ahead of personal gain. This award is not about the most publications, the highest citation counts, or prestige alone. 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