Awards

The SHOCK SOCIETY recognizes research excellence, mentorship, and service through the awards below, and supports the career development of trainees and early-career investigators. Select an award to learn more about eligibility, deadlines, and how to apply.

Access Award

Introduces underrepresented students and fellows to the Society, covering up to $1,000 in meeting costs — no abstract required.

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Chaudry International Award

Honors Dr. Irshad Chaudry's role in building ties among shock societies worldwide. Open to trainees presenting first-author abstracts from outside the U.S.

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Research Investigator Fellowship

A one-year, $22,000 fellowship helping early-career researchers build toward independent investigator status in trauma, shock, and sepsis research.

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Faculty Research Award

An $83,000, two-year award supporting early-career faculty as they develop independent research programs in the field.

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New Investigator Awards

Recognizes top abstracts from predoctoral students and early postdoctoral fellows, with cash prizes and travel grants for finalists.

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Presidential Travel Awards

Six named travel awards honoring past Society presidents, presented to select young investigators each year.

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Professional Development Award

Provides up to $1,000 to help highly qualified, underrepresented trainees attend the Annual Meeting and present their research.

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Travel Awards

Up to 40 awards of up to $1,000 each, helping trainees offset travel and lodging costs to attend the Annual Meeting.

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Distinguished Service Award

Honors a member of the Society who has shown sustained, dedicated commitment to its betterment over time.

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Scientific Achievement Award

Recognizes significant, lifetime contributions to shock research, and is open to members and non-members alike.

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Mentoring Award

Honors a member's excellence in mentoring trainees and junior faculty, and their impact on the next generation of investigators.

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View Past SHOCK Award Winners →