• All scientists with a background in hypertension research and those who have made a meritorious scientific discovery or discoveries, either alone or with others, may be considered.  The Selection Committee will assess the candidates' overall credentials and their impact on the field of hypertension.
• AHA membership is not required.
• A scientist may be nominated an unlimited number of times by different individuals in the same year.
• Previous winners are not eligible for nomination.
• All previous nominees who did not win will be considered without renomination for up to two additional years (the original nomination year plus two subsequent years.)  Nominators may update the file in the subsequent years by contacting the Award Manager during the nomination cycle in each of the subsequent years.  If a candidate falls out of the three-year consideration cycle without being selected for the award, he or she may be formally renominated.

• All scientists with a background in hypertension research and those who have made a meritorious scientific discovery or discoveries, either alone or with others, may be considered.  The Selection Committee will assess the candidates' overall credentials and their impact on the field of hypertension.
• AHA membership is not required.
• A scientist may be nominated an unlimited number of times by different individuals in the same year.
• Previous winners are not eligible for nomination.
• All previous nominees who did not win will be considered without renomination for up to two additional years (the original nomination year plus two subsequent years.)  Nominators may update the file in the subsequent years by contacting the Award Manager during the nomination cycle in each of the subsequent years.  If a candidate falls out of the three-year consideration cycle without being selected for the award, he or she may be formally renominated.

Electronic submission through the Council Awards Application System is required.  Hard copies of any part of the nomination cannot be accepted. 

The nomination file (submitted on the nominee’s behalf) should contain the following documents in PDF format:

• Letter of nomination on behalf of the candidate or candidates that outlines a description of the work or discovery that qualifies for consideration for the award. 
• Curriculum vitae and bibliography of the candidate
• Three reference letters, written on electronic letterhead, from people familiar with the candidate’s work and scientific contributions to the field of hypertension
• Electronic copies of up to three of the candidate’s most important publications

The winner will present a lecture during the High Blood Pressure Research Scientific Sessions and will be honored at the Award Reception and Dinner.  The winner will also receive:

• Honorarium
• Award citation and medallion
• Travel expenses for the honoree and a spouse or companion to attend the High Blood Pressure Research Scientific Sessions, including round-trip airfare, ground transportation, and hotel accommodations
• Complimentary registration to the High Blood Pressure Scientific Sessions
• VIP photo session with Council leadership and award sponsors