Established in 2007, first awarded in 2008.

Deadline for nominations: May 1 of each year.
The Anatrace Membrane Protein Award, funded by Anatrace Inc., was established to recognize an outstanding investigator who has made a significant contribution to the field of membrane protein research. The award is designed to promote membrane protein studies and recognize excellence in the field. This $3,000 award is distributed annually.

Eligibility:

• Nominee must have made an exceptional contribution to the field of membrane protein research including but not limited to studies of the structure, biochemistry, or biological function of membrane proteins.
• Nominees must not have received the Anatrace Award in any prior 5-year period and may not nominate themselves.
• Nominee must be a member of the Society in good standing.
• Nominator must submit completed Nomination Form and required documents.

Nomination packets must include the following:

1. Completed Award Nomination Form
2. Letter (no more than 4 pages) describing qualifications of the nominee and commenting on the nominee's scientific contributions to the field of membrane protein biochemistry/biophysics
3. Two supporting letters
4. Nominee’s curriculum vitae, including all relevant publications