Call for Nominations: Patrick A. Griffith, MD, Award for Excellence in Mentoring in Equity Neuroscience

Patrick A. Griffith MD

The Society for Equity Neuroscience (known as SEQUINS) is honored to announce the Patrick A. Griffith, MD, Award for Excellence in Mentoring in Equity Neuroscience. This prestigious award is named in memory of Patrick A. Griffith, a distinguished leader in neurology and a dedicated advocate for equity in neuroscience. Griffith served as the president of the Clinical Neurological Society of America, the chair of neurology at Meharry Medical College, and the chief of Neurology at Morehouse School of Medicine. His remarkable legacy of mentoring, in particular, has inspired generations of equity-focused neuroscientists, marking his achievements and career as a beacon of inclusive mentorship in the field.

The award celebrates individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the mentoring and professional development of future equity neuroscientists. SEQUINS defines mentoring as the process of guiding, supporting, and promoting the growth and career advancement of others. Eligible nominees must be active SEQUINS members engaged in research, teaching, or leadership activities within equity neuroscience and nominated by a mentee who can personally attest to their impactful mentorship.

Nominations are now being accepted until January 31, 2025. Nominations should be submitted to info@s-equi-ns.org.

Eligibility Criteria

1. The nominee must be a current SEQUINS member.
2. The nominees may be involved in basic, clinical, population, or translational research.
3. The nominee's mentee should be actively contributing to equity neuroscience through research, teaching, or community engagement.
4. Only nominations from individuals directly mentored by the nominee will be accepted.
5. Previous award recipients are ineligible.

The award will be presented at the SEQUINS Annual Meeting on May 15, 2025, in Charleston, South Carolina, where the awardee will also deliver an in-person talk. This is a special opportunity to celebrate excellence in mentoring and its critical role in advancing equity within neuroscience.

For additional information about SEQUINS and the Annual Meeting, please visit s-equi-ns.org.