AIBS is currently accepting applications for the 2008 Diversity Scholars Program. The program recognizes and promotes the achievements of underrepresented minorities in the biological sciences. Diversity Scholars will receive support to present their research at an AIBS member society meeting of their choice, participate in the AIBS annual meeting, and become a member of AIBS. Students may be nominated by a member society or apply directly to AIBS without a nomination. AIBS encourages member societies to nominate graduate students or undergraduate students who wish to present research at their annual meeting. The deadline to submit an application is 15 January 2008. To download an application, visit the Diversity Scholars page on the AIBS website at www.aibs.org/diversity/diversity_scholars_program.html.
AIBS is also currently accepting applications for the 2008 Diversity Leadership Award. The Diversity Leadership Award has been established to promote best practices and disseminate successful strategies to broaden participation of women, persons with disabilities, and under represented minorities in the biological sciences. The award is given to recognize programs that demonstrate outstanding creativity, commitment and effectiveness in promoting diversity in biology. AIBS encourages nominations from scientific societies, K-12 schools, colleges and universities, government entities and non profits as well as other biological institutions such as museums, botanic gardens, and field stations. The deadline to submit a nomination is 15 January 2008. To download a nomination form, visit the Diversity Leadership Award page on the AIBS website at www.aibs.org/diversity/aibs_diversity_leadership_awards.html. About AIBS: The American Institute of Biological Sciences is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) scientific association dedicated to advancing biological research and education for the welfare of society. Founded in 1947 as a part of the National Academy of Sciences, AIBS became an independent, member-governed organization in the 1950s. Today, with headquarters in Washington, DC, and a staff of approximately 50, AIBS is sustained by a robust membership of some 5,000 biologists and 200 professional societies and scientific organizations; the combined individual membership of the latter exceeds 250,000. AIBS advances its mission by participating in coalition activities in research, education, and public policy; publishing the peer-reviewed journal BioScience and the education Web site ActionBioscience.org; providing scientific peer review and advisory services to government agencies and other clients; convening meetings; and managing scientific programs. Web site: www.aibs.org.
