As leading authority in pressure ulcer research in Europe, the European Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel has decided to recognize leadership and contributions to pressure ulcer research by awarding the EPUAP Experienced Investigator Award at its annual conference. This prize is awarded for a significant, internationally recognized contribution to pressure ulcer research in either basic science or clinical science achievements and reflects accomplishments that clearly contributed to advancing the field.
Deadline for nominations: 28th of February, 2025
Applying for a Nomination:
Candidates cannot nominate themselves but are free to ask a colleague with a standing in a research institution (such as a Professor, Department Chair, Dean, etc.) to apply in a letter for nomination on their behalf.
Nomination for this award should include:
- A nomination letter from a nominating person who is not the applicant (see above): the letter should explain why the candidate is being nominated for the prize and what are the important contributions made by the candidate to the pressure ulcer research. The letter should be max. 1 page, but not less than half-a-page.
- Full Curriculum Vitae of the candidate for the prize, including a complete list of publications (journal articles, books and book chapters, conference proceedings, patents and other).
The laureate of the EPUAP Experienced Investigator Award will be invited to give a talk at the EPUAP Annual Meeting 2025 in Helsinki. The EPUAP will cover travel expenses from/to a European destination, conference registration and accommodation.
The applications (sent by email in one PDF file) should be addressed to the Chair of the EPUAP Scientific Committee, Prof. Dominique Sigaudo-Roussel, at the EPUAP Business Office email address: office@epuap.org .
Decisions on the EPUAP Investigator Awards are to be voted in the Scientific Committee, and award notifications will be made at the latest by the 30th of April 2025.
The list of Award winners from the previous editions is available here.