The Australian Small Animal Veterinarian (ASAV) Award for Scientific Excellence is awarded to one individual in recognition of outstanding scientific contribution to small animal veterinary medicine and/ or surgery.

To qualify, nominees must be ASAV members in good standing, with their impactful work substantially benefiting the ASAV community. The award not only honors scientific acheivement but also values mentorship, support, and leadership.

Nominations are sought for this award, and eligible applicants must be nominated by a colleague. Submissions must be received no later than Tuesday, April 30, 2024. Join us in acknowledging those who have elevated small animal medicine.

All awards will be presented at the Awards Gala Dinner at the 49th ASAV Annual Conference on Wednesday 14 August 2024 at Novotel Sunshine Coast, Qld.

Prof Philip Moses - 2023 ASAV Award for Scientific Excellence

Essential criteria

The recipient must qualify for each of the below

Be an ASAV member in good standing.
A veterinarian who has rendered outstanding scientific contribution, of a clinical nature, to small animal medicine and/or surgery, and should be nationally recognised in their field.
ASAV members should have benefited substantially as a result of the work of this individual (or group).

An eligible applicant must be nominated by another colleague.

Desirable criteria

In addition, the following criteria will further qualify a worthy recipient of this award

Is a practitioner who has rendered an outstanding level of mentoring, support or leadership to colleagues.

Applications

Applicants must complete the application form in its entirety.

An eligible applicant must be nominated by another colleague.

Submissions must be received no later than Tuesday 30 April 2024.

Winners should be available to attend the 2024 ASAV Conference, at the Novotel Sunshine Coast, Qld, on Wednesday 14 August 2024 to receive their award, however recipients may nominate a suitable representative (ASAV member) to accept on their behalf.

Submissions closed on Tuesday 30 April 2024

ABN 63 008 522 852

Acknowledgement of Country

The 49^th ASAV Annual Conference Together with the Veterinary Business Group will be held on the Kabi Kabi peoples and Jinibara peoples land.

We respectfully acknowledge the Kabi Kabi people and Jinibara people as the traditional custodians of the Sunshine Coast region and recognise the continuation of culture, connection to lands, water and country. We pay our respects to leaders past and present.

ASAV Award for Scientific Excellence