March of Dimes Prize in Developmental Biology

Nominations of candidates are solicited for the 12th annual prize to be awarded in 2007.  Please make your recommendations on or before September 15, 2006.

The March of Dimes Prize in Developmental Biology is awarded to investigators whose research has profoundly advanced the science that underlies our understanding of birth defects.

For full information: http://www.marchofdimes.com/professionals/685_1442.asp

Award: $250,000
Deadline: September 15, 2006

The nomination packet: Download the nomination form from the web site, listed above.

Previously Awarded Research: Development of cell-culture to mouse gene targeting; discovery of X-chromosome inactivation; discovery of nuclear hormone receptors and characterizing their structure and function. 

Submit Nominations On-line, or Send to: 
Michael Katz, M.D.
Senior Vice President for Research and Global Programs
March of Dimes
1275 Mamaroneck Avenue
White Plains, NY 10605
Telephone: (914) 997-4555
Facsimile: (914) 997-4560
mkatz@marchofdimes.com