2027 NMD4C Awards Now Open!
We are happy to announce our that our 2027 NMD4C Awards are now open!
Our annual awards program features three award categories that celebrate excellence and recognize the contributions of early-career neuromuscular researchers and clinicians across both clinical and basic science streams. Recipients receive national recognition that can strengthen their academic portfolios and support future funding, promotion, and career advancement opportunities.
The awards program forms part of the network’s broader strategy(opens in new tab) to foster, recognize, and support the next generation of Canadian neuromuscular researchers and clinicians. We encourage trainees to apply and take this opportunity to showcase their achievements, gain recognition from the national neuromuscular community, and celebrate their contributions to advancing the field.
The three categories included in the 2027 competition are:
- Early Career Biomedical Researcher of the Year
- Early Career Clinical Researcher of the Year
- Publication of the Year
Read the full guidelines and access the nomination form
Deadline: January 18, 2027
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