Research Prize Nominations and FAQs
OCRA will request nominations once a year for the Research Prizes, typically early in the Fall.
The Rosalind Franklin Prize is offered every year. Nominations for the Rosalind Franklin Prize may only be submitted by a member of the scientific research community.
The Schreiber Research Prize is offered in odd years while the Liz Tilberis Research Prize is offered in even years. Nominations for both the Schreiber & Liz Tilberis Research Prizes are by invitation only to past grantees to submit self-nominations.
Rosalind Franklin Prize for Excellence in Ovarian Cancer Research
2023 Call for Nominations
Please read the below guidelines before submitting a nomination. Nominations are now closed.
Background
The Rosalind Franklin Prize is named for the molecular biologist Dr. Rosalind Franklin, who played a vital role in discovering the structure of DNA. Her life was cut short in 1958 when she died of ovarian cancer at age 37. Throughout her life she was a committed researcher; this prize is presented to a senior researcher who continues Franklin’s legacy of excellence.
Purpose and Eligibility
The Rosalind Franklin Prize for Excellence in Ovarian Cancer Research is a $10,000 annual prize awarded to an individual in recognition of their outstanding contributions to basic science, translational, or clinical research in ovarian cancer. Nominees should have a track record of high achievement in the field of ovarian cancer research, as demonstrated by significant contributions to the care of women with gynecologic cancer and to the literature in the field, as well as having obtained significant extramural research funding. The prize rewards past achievement and provides further incentive for an outstanding working scientist to continue to do exceptional research into the causes, prevention, and treatment of ovarian cancer.
Nominees must hold an MD, PhD, or ScD degree, and must hold an academic appointment at a non-profit medical or research institution.
Terms
The prize recipient will receive a one-time payment of $10,000. This prize is given to the individual and not their institution.
Selection
The prize is selected by a committee comprised of members of OCRA’s Scientific Advisory Committee. Prize winners will be notified in December 2023.
Nomination Process
Nominations can be made by members of the ovarian cancer research community. To nominate someone for this prize, please submit the following via the online nomination page (nominations are now closed).
1. Your contact information.
2. The Nominee’s contact information.
3. Letter of nomination (1,500 words or less). In the letter, please describe the Nominee’s achievements in the field of ovarian cancer research.
4. CV for the Nominee.
Nominations are due by 5:00 PM ET on Tuesday, October 31, 2023.
For inquiries or further information, please contact:
Kristin McGowan
Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance
E-mail: grants@ocrahope.org
Schreiber Research Prize for Outstanding Mentored Investigators
2023 Call for Nominations
Please read the below guidelines before submitting a nomination. Nominations are now closed.
Background
The Schreiber Research Prize for Outstanding Mentored Investigators is named in honor of Ann and Sol Schreiber. Ann’s battle with ovarian cancer inspired her husband Sol to start Ovarian Cancer Research Fund (now OCRA) in 1994, where Sol served as Board chair for many years.
Purpose and Eligibility
The Schreiber Research Prize for Outstanding Mentored Investigators is a $5,000 biennial prize awarded to a junior researcher who can best demonstrate that they have been able to use prior OCRA funding to impact the field of ovarian cancer research by making a significant discovery, making an important contribution to the literature, or transitioning to a full-time faculty position. This prize is awarded to the individual and not their institution.
Only past grantees of OCRA’s Mentored Investigator Grant (MIG) formerly known as Ann and Sol Schreiber Mentored Investigator Award qualify for this prize. Nominees must have completed their MIG within the past five years (2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023) to be eligible to apply for this prize this year.
Terms
The prize recipient will receive a one-time payment of $5,000. This prize is given to the individual and not their institution.
Selection
The prize is selected by a committee comprised of members of OCRA’s Scientific Advisory Committee. Prize winners will be notified in early December 2023.
Nomination Process
Nominations should come from researchers themselves, to apply, please submit the following via the online nomination form (nominations are now closed).
1. Your contact information.
2. Letter of nomination (1,500 words or less). In the letter, please describe your achievements in the field of ovarian cancer research. Specifically address the accomplishments of your OCRA Ann Schreiber Mentored Investigator Award/Mentored Investigator Grant, and how the grant impacted your career.
3. Your CV.
Nominations are due by 5:00 PM ET on Tuesday, October 31, 2023.
For inquiries or further information, please contact:
Kristin McGowan
Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance
E-mail: grants@ocrahope.org
Liz Tilberis Research Prize for Outstanding Early Career Investigators
The next call for Liz Tilberis Research Prizes will take place in 2024.
Background
The Liz Tilberis Prize for Outstanding Early Career Investigators is named in honor of Liz Tilberis, the highly respected editor of Harper’s Bazaar, who served as President of OCRA’s Board of Directors. The Liz Tilberis Prize, honors her courageous six-year battle with ovarian cancer.
Purpose and Eligibility
The Liz Tilberis Research Prize for Outstanding Early Career Investigators is a $5,000 annual prize awarded to an individual who can best demonstrate that they have used prior OCRA funding to impact the field of ovarian cancer research by obtaining independent extramural funding, and making important contributions to the literature. The presentation of the prize is intended to stimulate the career of the investigator and further the field of ovarian cancer research. This prize is awarded to the individual and not their institution.
Only past recipients of OCRA’s Liz Tilberis Early Career Award/Early Career Investigator Grant qualify for this prize. Applicants must have completed their grant within the past five years (2018, 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023) to be eligible to apply for this prize.
Terms
The prize recipient will receive a one-time payment of $5,000. This prize is given to the individual and not their institution.
Selection
The prize is selected by a committee comprised of members of OCRA’s Scientific Advisory Committee. Prize winners will be notified in December 2024.
Nomination Process
Nominations should come from researchers themselves, to apply, please submit the following via the online form (note, form is not yet available for 2024 nominations):
1. Your contact information.
2. Letter of nomination (1,500 words or less). In the letter, please describe your achievements in the field of ovarian cancer research. Specifically address the accomplishments of your OCRA Liz Tilberis Early Career Award, and how the grant impacted your career.
3. Your CV.
Nominations for this prize are not open in 2023, please check back in 2024.
For inquiries or further information, please contact:
Kristin McGowan
Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance
E-mail: grants@ocrahope.org