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Outstanding Researcher Award

The OAGE Researcher Award recognizes individuals and/or organizations in Ohio's aging network whose research have advanced knowledge in gerontology and/or related disciplines that have either:

• Improved services for older adults;
• Advanced knowledge of aging process; or
• Supported the expansion of research in the aging field in Ohio or nationally.

Nomination Process

• Nominations may only be made by a member of OAGE.
• The nominee should have both a two-year minimum Ohio continuous residence and two-year minimum continuous Ohio education-related appointment. 
• Nominations must include a vita which shows Ohio educational relationships.
• Nominations, including vita, are due March 5th, unless advertised otherwise.
• Each nomination should include a brief statement of support by an OAGE member and provide specific examples of how the field of aging has benefitted from the specific areas of research.
• The Awardee is expected to be in attendance at the OAGE Annual Conference to receive the OAGE Researcher Award and to attend the next annual meeting to present a talk.
• Forward nomination materials to:
• Eileen L. Yates, M.P.A.
• Director, Center for Aging Initiatives
• Cuyahoga Community College
• 4250 Richmond Road, E-1, Room 156
• Highland Hills, OH 44122
• Phone: 216.987.2221
• Fax: 216.987.2053
• Email: eileen.yates@tri-c.edu

 

Past Recipients