Awards

In celebration of excellence and innovation in Clinical Microbiology (CM) and Infectious Diseases (ID), ESCMID honours the contributions made by researchers, clinicians, and other pioneers in these fields. Distinguished awardees have the opportunity to deliver lectures at ESCMID Global and may even join the ranks of the esteemed ESCMID Fellows.

Who can be nominated

Active senior experts in CM and ID, who are prepared to give a keynote lecture at ESCMID Global, are invited to be nominated. ESCMID membership is not a prerequisite, thus broadening the field of potential candidates. Please note that members of the ESCMID Executive Committee (EC) are not eligible for nomination during their term in office and for two years thereafter. 


Nomination process

To nominate for this award, please provide a nomination letter of up to 500 words focused on a short professional biography and including the motivation for nomination.  The application should be supported with a list of top ten publications, including citation counts and total number of journal articles.


Selection and notification

The ESCMID EC meticulously reviews all nominations to select the award winner. Successful awardees are notified in December, with the grand unveiling scheduled during the ESCMID Global welcome ceremony, in the presence of the ESCMID President. Additionally, a dedicated keynote lecture session is organised, giving the awardee the chance to deliver an inspiring 45-60 minute speech to the attendees.

Who can be nominated

ESCMID is pleased to invite nominations for current or past ESCMID members who have experience as senior investigators or clinicians. Please note that members of the ESCMID Executive Committee (EC) are not eligible for nomination during their term in office and for two years thereafter. 


Nomination process

To nominate for this award, please provide a short motivation letter outlining the candidates major contribution to ESCMID and external reach on behalf of the Society, up to 500 words.


Selection and notification

The awardee is carefully selected by the ESCMID EC. The successful awardee is notified in December, with the presentation scheduled during the ESCMID Global welcome ceremony, in the presence of the ESCMID President.

Who can be nominated

Anyone who excels in the field of infection can be nominated for this award. ESCMID membership is not a prerequisite, thus broadening the field for potential candidates. Please note that members of the ESCMID Executive Committee (EC) are not eligible for nomination during their term in office and for two years thereafter. 


Nomination process

To nominate for this award, please provide a motivation letter highlighting the candidate's major contribution and global reach to fight infections (such as collaboration with non-governmental organisations, governmental institutions, and public health organisations, as well as contribution to education and mentoring) up to 500 words.


Selection and notification

The ESCMID EC will carefully evaluate all applications with special attention to the following criteria:

  • Active involvement in public health programmes (both governmental and non-governmental organisations) as a key opinion leader
  • Engagement in outreach programmes, either as a field clinician or coordinator 
  • Contributions to patient education 
  • Mentoring of junior fellows 
  • Public visibility, including activity in media, social media, and publications 
  • Contributions to other civic services and activities 

The awardee is selected from received nominations by the ESCMID EC. A notification is sent in December, leading up to the grand reveal at the ESCMID Global welcome ceremony, attended by the ESCMID President.

Who can apply

ESCMID encourages members who meet any of the following criteria to apply: 

  • ESCMID members whose research is based on laboratory investigations, clinical trials/studies, animal studies, or a combination thereof
  • PhDs with at least three years of postdoc experience, but no longer than eight years* post-graduation
  • MDs with at least three years of postdoc or clinical experience, but no longer than five years* from completion of clinical training/specialist

*This time excludes maternity/paternity leave time (one year for each child), and health-related leave if applicable.


Application process

Please provide the following documentation: 

  • An online CV including a personal statement and the description of your research interests and project with a list of top publications three of which where you are listed as first author 
  • A copy of your highest degree (in English) 
  • A colour photograph (.tiff, .eps or .jpg; max. 4MB), at least 4 x 6 cm with 300 dpi resolution for publication

Selection and notification

The ESCMID EC makes the final selection with the awardees being notified of their selection in December. At ESCMID Global, the ESCMID Scientific Affairs Officer will highlight the winners and present the prestigious awards. At a special dedicated ESCMID Global session, each winner will take the stage and deliver a 15-20 minute lecture on their primary field of research. Success stories will also be shared across all ESCMID communication channels in celebration of their accomplishments. 

Please note that ESCMID will request a final expense report and follow up with the awardee after two years.

Who can apply

All ESCMID members who meet the following criteria are encouraged to apply for this award: 

  • ESCMID members engaged in research including laboratory investigations, clinical trials or studies, as well as animal studies 
  • Members actively working in an LMIC and holding an LMIC passport 
  • PhDs with at least three years of postdoc experience but no longer than eight years* post-graduation 
  • MDs with at least three years of postdoc or clinical experience but no longer than five years* from completion of clinical training/specialist 
  • Members who have authored at least three first-author publications in the past five years 

*This time excludes maternity/paternity leave time (one year for each child), and health-related leave if applicable.


Application process

Please provide the following documentation: 

  • An online CV including a personal statement and the description of your research interests and project including a list of top publications with three first author publications 
  • A copy of your highest degree (in English) 
  • A copy of your passport 
  • A colour photograph (.tiff, .eps or .jpg; max. 4MB), at least 4 x 6 cm with 300 dpi resolution for publication 

Selection and notification

The ESCMID EC carefully selects Emerging Young Investigator Awardees from among submitted applications and notifies the awardees in December. The ESCMID Scientific Affairs Officer will then present and deliver the distinguished awards in person at ESCMID Global, during a special session. Each winner will be asked to give a 15-20 minute lecture on their main field of research to inspire attendees and ignite interest in their specialties. Success stories will also be shared across all ESCMID communication channels in celebration of their incredible contributions.

Who can apply

ESCMID members who meet the following criteria are welcome to apply for this exciting award: 

  • ESCMID Young Scientist Members (YSM) or LMIC members fulfilling the YSM criteria 
  • Members registered in an accredited training programme which leads to specialisation in CM, ID, or other closely related specialities/subspecialties

Please note that PhD candidates, MD consultants pursuing a second speciality in CM/ID, and TAE Steering Committee members are not eligible to apply.


Application process

Please provide the following documentation: 

1. PDF file containing:  

  •  CV (up to 5 pages) including: the description of your national and international teaching experience, networking efforts, collaborations, civic and social service, including your research activities and the list of publications in peer-reviewed journals.  
  • A copy of your passport or national identity card  
  • A proof of your training status  
  • Your personal statement (up to 150 words) 

2. Support letter from a senior colleague or superior who is familiar with your work


Selection and notification

The ESCMID TAE Steering Committee meticulously reviews applications, while the final approval rests with the ESCMID EC. Notifications regarding the outcome of the award selection process will be sent to recipients in December. Successful applicants will have their names showcased on the ESCMID Global website and featured in other ESCMID publications, celebrating their achievements on a global scale. The TAE Outstanding Trainee Award comes with a generous prize of 1K EUR (€), along with additional perks, which include coverage for travel expenses to ESCMID Global (up to 500 EUR [€]), ESCMID Global registration fees, travel to the ESCMID Summer School (up to 500 EUR [€]), Summer School registration fees, and accommodation. After the event, reimbursement of registration and travel expenses will be facilitated, upon submission of proof of attendance and expenses paid by the awardee.