Wilton Robinson Earle (1902 –1964) was an American cell biologist known for his research in cell culture techniques and carcinogenesis. From his laboratory came such developments as quantitative methods for analyzing tissue culture, the first test‐tube culture of tissue grown from a single cell, chemically defined media for growing cells on glass surfaces, and an instrument for making motion pictures of cells in culture. Dr. Earle’s work found many applications in medical research, particularly that into the nature of cancer. He was a pioneer in showing that cells could become cancerous outside the body.
The Wilton R. Earle Award is presented annually to students in the amount of $300 plus eligibility to receive the SIVB Travel Award up to an additional $500. This award is open to students working in all areas of in vitro biology. An estimate of travel expenses must be submitted with the abstract. Students are evaluated on the basis of experimental design, clarity of presentation, and validity of interpretation.
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The SIVB Student Award Program provides recognition and financial support for student’s who have contributed and made outstanding achievements in the field of in vitro biology. Students applying for awards must submit:
- An Official Abstract Submission (to be submitted online) and completed online Student Registration;
- A letter (4 pages maximum) indicating names of award(s) applying for; narrative of methods, results, and supporting figures/tables as appropriate;
- Research director/supervisor certification that the work was performed by the student applicant; and
- Estimate of travel expenses.
Students competing for awards may apply for multiple awards, must satisfy specific award criteria, and must present their papers at the Meeting as scheduled. Winners will be notified prior to the meeting. The student awardees must present their submitted research papers and be present at the meeting award ceremony.
Your submission should be sent to:
Student Awards
Society for In Vitro Biology
672 Old Mill Rd., Suite 284
Millersville, MD 21108
Email: [email protected]
Application Deadline is January 31.
