Excellence Awards

These awards are given annually, in recognition of extraordinary performance over the academic year. Both MSc and PhD students, registered full-time through the Department of Human Genetics, are eligible to apply.

Best Publication Award

This award recognizes a specific student who has submitted and published (within a given year) an outstanding contribution in the area of Human Genetics and its broader field. In no more than half a page they identify their publication, indicate their contribution and explain its scientific impact.

Evaluation Criteria

The Awards Committee evaluates student contributions while enrolled in graduate studies in the Department of Human Genetics, including but not limited to, academic performance and contributions to academic activities.

Value of the Award(s)

All awards are valued at $2,500.00 CAD