HONORARY AWARD
| This annual award can be presented at the Annual Symposium to an individual in recognition of their contributions to the field of Neurotrauma. The award recognizes efforts and accomplishments in the areas of public awareness, promotion, research and education. This Honorary Award is the highest honor that NNS bestows on an individual. Nominations are solicited by the NNS Awards Committee from the entire membership. Nominees do not have to be a member of NNS and can come from the general public |
NOMINATION CRITERIA The person nominating would choose the nomination category from the following list. Each year, the award can have a different emphasis. An award may not necessarily be named every year. Advocate / Champion: Promoting Neurotrauma awareness on a national or international level Researcher: Making significant advancements in knowledge/research Service: Contributing to dramatic improvements in quality of life for individuals suffering Neurotrauma Policy / Visionary: Providing excellence in Neurotrauma promotion programs, projects or policies Educator: Actively teaching, training, and/or being involved in ongoing outreach activities to promote the understanding of Neurotrauma | INFORMATION AWARD: A plaque, certificate or check would be awarded depending on the budget and sponsorship and presented at the annual Symposium RECIPIENT: An individual in recognition of his/her contributions to the field of Neurotrauma HOW APPLY: Nominations are submitted to the Awards Committee of the National Neurotrauma Society | HONORARY AWARD RECIPIENTS 2025 Douglas H. Smith - NNS Honorary Award 2025 Patrick M. Kochanek - NNS Honorary Award 2021 John Povlishock - NNS Honorary Award |