The National Foundation for Infectious Diseases (NFID) invites abstract submissions of original research. Abstracts are peer-reviewed for quality of research, educational and scientific content, and overall impact. Accepted abstracts will be scheduled as either poster or oral presentations at the 2019 Annual Conference on Vaccinology Research (ACVR) scheduled for April 3-5, 2019 in Baltimore, MD.
The Maurice R. Hilleman Early-Stage Career Investigator Award recognizes individuals in the early stages of their careers in any field of vaccinology. The awardee will receive $10,000 to support their research, will be recognized during the NFID Luncheon at the 2019 ACVR, and will present a 10-minute summary of their research. In addition, the awardee will receive a travel stipend and complimentary registration for the 2020 Annual Conference on Vaccinology Research. To apply for award consideration, applicants must submit an abstract under the “poster only” submission type. See further details in the Call for Abstract Instructions.
Abstract Topics:
Behavioral Science & Vaccine Hesitancy
Epidemiology & Burden of Vaccine-Preventable Diseases
Abstract Submission Deadline (Extended): January 23, 2019 at 11:59 PM ET
If the government shutdown is impacting your ability to complete an abstract submission by the January 23, 2019 deadline, please email vaccine@nfid.org.
