The Council for the Advancement of Nursing Science (CANS), in collaboration with the American Academy of Nursing (AAN), presents the Outstanding Nursing Scientist Award biennially during the State of the Science Congress on Nursing Research. This prestigious award recognizes CANS members whose sustained programs of research have significantly advanced nursing and healthcare knowledge, yielding tangible benefits for practice and policy.Nursing Science Council+1Nursing Science Council+1Nursing Science Council+1Nursing Science Council+1
Nominees must demonstrate:
Significant contributions to nursing and healthcare science through a sustained research program.
Effective dissemination and translation of research findings across nursing and other disciplines.
Leadership in capacity building, encompassing research conduct, training, and policy development.
Mentorship of emerging nursing scientists, fostering the next generation of researchers.ChristianaCare News+3Nursing Science Council+3Nursing Science Council+3
Nominees must be active CANS members in good standing.
An earned research doctorate is required.
Nominations must be submitted by two current CANS members.
Nominees are expected to deliver a brief presentation at the State of the Science Congress on Nursing Research.Nursing Science Council+3Nursing Science Council+3Nursing Science Council+3Nursing Science Council+1Nursing Science Council+1
Contact information for the nominee and both nominators.
A 100-word narrative summarizing the nominee’s accomplishments (for inclusion in the event program).
The nominee’s current curriculum vitae.
Statements (each 200 words or less) from both nominators addressing the award criteria.
For detailed information on the nomination process and deadlines, please visit the Awards & Grants section of our website.Nursing Science Council