Purpose
The purpose of the Excellence in Research in Women’s Health Award is to recognize a member of the Women’s Health Dietetic Practice Group (WH DPG) who has conducted outstanding, significant, or innovative research in the field of women’s health nutrition.
Criteria
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Criteria for Selection of the Excellence in Research in Women’s Health Award:
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Member of WH DPG for a minimum of 3 years immediately prior to application date.
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Minimum of 5 years of practice as an RDN.
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Not a previous recipient of the Excellence in Research in Women’s Health Award.
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Developed, was a major contributor to, or used innovative approaches in the researching nutrition for women’s health.
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At least one publication in a refereed journal or newsletter.
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Innovative approaches must be the work of the individual and not by a third party. Funding and/or technical assistance provided by private sources is acceptable; however, must be disclosed on the application form. Accepted funding is allowed only from companies that comply with the policies set by the DPG.
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Members of the WH DPG Executive Committee are eligible to apply for this award.
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Procedure for Selection
The complete responsibility for the selection of the Excellence in Practice in Women’s Health Award rests with the WH DPG nominating committee.
The coordinator is the WH DPG Awards Chair.
All applications are scored blindly. In the event of a tie, the WH DPG Chair will make the final decision.
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Action Following Selection
The selected individual will receive an award of $500.00 and a certificate presented at the Academy Food & Nutrition Conference & Expo™ (FNCE®).
The individual will also be featured in the Women’s Health newsletter and/or WH DPG website.
Directions
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The WH member submitting the nomination should complete and submit all forms.
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Forms are due by June 1st.
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Individuals can self-nominate.
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The application packet should contain the following:
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Completed nomination form. (1 page)
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Page identifying how the Nominee has: (1 page)
- Developed, was a major contributor to, or used innovative approaches in the research of nutrition for women’s health.
- Identified what and where the results of this research were published.
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Current CV or resume of the individual being nominated. (5-page maximum)
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Two letters of recommendation from professionals and/or community members who have worked closely with the Nominee. (3-page maximum for each letter; up to 6 pages total)
Note: Please adhere to these requirements and do not send in additional information. Application packets should NOT exceed 13 pages. Failure to do so may cause the award committee to reject the application.