Sponsor
Friends of the Canadian Institutes of Health Research
Description
The Henry G. Friesen International Prize in Health Research is awarded to an individual of international stature who best exemplifies Dr. Henry Friesen’s prescience, organizational creativity and broad impact on health research and health research policy. Nominees shall be individuals whose work in health-related fields has gained international recognition and are skilled in explaining to peers and the public the significance, challenges and opportunities in health research.
Eligibility
Nominees will be those with vision who have had an impact in health research and health research policy at an international level. Outstanding communication skills are essential as the Prizewinner is expected to address topics important to the nation and suitable for wide public dissemination.
Members in good standing of Friends of Canadian Institutes of Health Research (FCIHR) or the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences (CAHS) may make nominations, at any time, without limit. Presidents and Deans of Medicine of Canadian universities are canvassed annually to nominate suitable candidates. Scientific Directors of Research Institutes are also welcome to submit nominations. Nominations from Universities and Research Centres outside of Canada will also be considered.
Prize
The prize comes with a $35,000 cash award and supports an annual Public Lecture at a major Canadian academic institution and additional visits throughout the year to sponsoring universities and research institutes. In collaboration with CBC Radio One “Ideas”, a recorded interview is broadcast nationally to reach the broadest possible audience. A manuscript is also published in the “Friesen Prize Lecture” series.
In accepting the prize, the Honouree agrees to fulfill a number of obligations. Please see the Henry G. Friesen International Prize in Health Research website for more information on these obligations.
Special Notes
Please note that research activities carried out in the context of COVID-19 need to adhere to the University of Guelph COVID-19 research principles, policies, guidelines and processes as they may be updated from time to time and communicated on the Office of Research web-page.
Deadlines
If College-level review is required, your College will communicate its earlier internal deadlines.
| Type | Date | Notes |
|---|---|---|
External Deadline | The primary nominator should submit the nomination package including a USB stick by the deadline marked CONFIDENTIAL to the attention of: |
How to Apply
There are two nominators for this award - a primary nominator and secondary nominator. The application includes:
- Letters of endorsement from the primary and secondary nominators;
- A CV, including a list of publications; and
- Any other printed or electronic materials that speak directly to the nomination.
The primary nominator should submit the nomination package including a USB stick by the deadline marked CONFIDENTIAL to the attention of:
The Henry G. Friesen International Prize in Health Research
Advisory Committee
4 Devonshire Place, Toronto, Ontario, M5S 2E1
The nominee should submit a complete nomination and OR-5 to research.services@uoguelph.ca and research.honours@uoguelph.ca by the external deadline.
For More Information
For more information please contact research.honours@uoguelph.ca or visit the Henry G. Friesen International Prize in Health Research website.