Dear Colleagues, 

The nomination deadline for the Toxins 2023 Young Investigator Award has been extended. Entries will be accepted until 31 January 2024. We are looking forward to nominations from all over the world.

This prize will be given to one young investigator in recognition of their excellence in the field of toxinology and all kinds of toxins (biotoxins) from animals, microbes and plants. All nominations will be assessed by an Award Evaluation Committee led by the Editor-in-Chief, Prof. Dr. Jay Fox.

The Prize:
− CHF 2000;
− The option to publish one paper free of charge in Toxins after peer review before the end of 2024;
− An electronic certificate. 

Eligibility and Requirements:
− Must have received their PhD no more than 10 years prior to 31 December 2023;
− Must have produced ground-breaking research and made a significant contribution to the advancement of the research field: toxinology and all kinds of toxins (biotoxins) from animals, microbes and plants;
– Candidates must be nominated by senior scientists. 

List of Documents for Nomination:
– Detailed Curriculum Vitae, including an updated publication list and a list of the researcher’s own research grants;
– Scanned copy of doctorate certificate;
– Signed nomination letters from two established senior scientists.

Schedule:
– Open for nomination: 17 March 2023
– Nomination deadline: 31 January 2024
– Winner announcement: 30 April 2024

How to Submit Nominations?
The nominations must be submitted online. 

Contact:
Eloise Li
Marketing Assistant
Email: eloise.li@mdpi.com
Toxins Editorial Office