The Lloyd and Dottie Huck Early Career Award | Browning Kimball Classic Car Museum

Are you a young scientist or engineer who has made a significant contribution to your field? If so, you may be eligible for the Lloyd and Dottie Huck Early Career Award.

Who are Lloyd and Dottie Huck?

Lloyd and Dottie Huck were philanthropists who believed in supporting scientific research and education. They established the Huck Institutes of the Life Sciences at Penn State University in 1996, which houses interdisciplinary research centers in the life sciences.

What is the Early Career Award?

The Early Career Award is given to young scientists and engineers who have made a significant contribution to their field within 10 years of receiving their terminal degree. The award is intended to support the recipient's continued research and professional development.

What are the eligibility criteria?

To be eligible for the Lloyd and Dottie Huck Early Career Award, you must:

Have received your terminal degree (PhD, MD, or equivalent) within the past 10 years
Have made a significant contribution to your field through research, teaching, or innovation
Be affiliated with a US institution of higher education or research

How do I apply?

To apply for the Lloyd and Dottie Huck Early Career Award, you must submit a nomination package that includes:

A nomination letter from a senior colleague or mentor
A curriculum vitae
A summary of your research, teaching, and/or innovation accomplishments
Three letters of recommendation

Nomination packages are due by March 1st of each year. The recipient will be announced in the summer.

What is the award amount?

The Lloyd and Dottie Huck Early Career Award includes a $25,000 prize, which can be used to support the recipient's research and professional development.

What are some past recipients?

Some past recipients of the Lloyd and Dottie Huck Early Career Award include:

Dr. Xinnan Wang, who studies the molecular mechanisms of cancer at the University of Georgia
Dr. Angela DePace, who studies gene expression and evolution at Harvard Medical School
Dr. Michael Strano, who develops nanomaterials for energy and environmental applications at MIT

Conclusion

The Lloyd and Dottie Huck Early Career Award is a prestigious award that recognizes young scientists and engineers who have made a significant contribution to their field. If you are eligible, we encourage you to apply and continue your important work.