Award for Distinguished Contributions to Research in Public Policy
This award honors a psychologist who has made a distinguished empirical and/or theoretical contribution to research in public policy, either through a single extraordinary achievement or a lifetime of work.
This award will honor a psychologist who has made a distinguished empirical and/or theoretical contribution to research in public policy, either through a single extraordinary achievement or a lifetime of work dedicated to informing public policy through psychological understanding. Examples of relevant achievements would include research leading others to view specific national policies differently; research demonstrating the importance of the application of psychological methods and theory to public policy; or research clarifying the ways scientific knowledge of human behavior informs public policy.
Each award recipient will receive $1,000 honorarium, an opportunity to present an invited address at the 2012 APA Convention in Orlando, FL and an invitation to submit a paper to the American Psychologist on the topic of the address. Honorees will also be granted a waiver of 2012 convention registration fees and reimbursement of up to $1,500 in expenses related to attendance at the 2012 convention.
How to Apply
Nominations must be submitted with:
A supporting statement of 500 words or less the basis for the nomination, including a description of how and why the candidate is uniquely qualified to receive the award..
A current vita.
letters of support from at least 3 people familiar with the nominee's work.
Nominees may also submit 3-5 selected representative reprints, or alternative types of samples of work such as internet based communications or legal briefs.
Nominations and supporting material should be sent to:
Ms. Donnie Graham
APA Public Interest Directorate
750 First Street, N.E.
Washington, D.C. 20002-4242
