ASSC
The ASSC William James Prize
for Contributions to the Study of Consciousness
Competition Overview
The William James Prize is awarded every year for published work constituting an outstanding contribution to the study of consciousness.
The paper should be authored by a graduate student or postdoctoral scholar/researcher who obtained a PhD or other advanced degree within 7 years of the submission deadline (i.e – Graduated between 2018 – 2025).
Recent Winners
New information for the Prize:
Starting in 2025, the Prize will no longer alternate between theoretical and empirical contributions. Instead, all publications—whether empirical or theoretical—will be evaluated together, with the award determined solely on the basis of scientific merit and the degree of contribution to the field of consciousness research. To ensure a thorough evaluation process, the review committee will be expanded to include researchers with diverse areas of expertise.
To encourage equal opportunity, the eligibility deadline for being nominated for the Prize has been increased to 7 years post PhD. That duration may be increased to take into account parental leave or any other leave of absence post-PhD. For female applicants, an 18-months extension for each child born before or after the PhD award will be considered.
Next Submission Deadline
Applications must be submitted before: 15/02/2025
The Prize
Cash award
An award of $1500 (USD) will be given to the winner of the competition.
Plenary address
An invitation to present a plenary address at the ASSC conference. (registration, travel and accomodation paid by ASSC).
Lifetime membership
A lifetime membership in ASSC will be awarded to winner of the competition.
Requirements
- Nominations, including self nominations, should be submitted via our online application form.
- The nomination statement should include a brief description as to why the contribution is outstanding, and for co-authored publications, there should be a statement describing the nominee’s role.
- Information regarding a request for an extension of the deadline for maternity leave or any other leave should be filled in the form.
- To be considered, the contribution must be published or accepted for publication and be written in English.
- Electronic copies in PDF format of the contribution and the nominee’s CV (optional) should be attached to the nomination letter.
Prize Committee
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