Vay Liang & Frisca Go Award for Lifetime Achievement
The Vay Liang & Frisca Go Award for Lifetime Achievement is the most esteemed recognition conferred by the American Pancreatic Association, representing the highest honor within the pancreatology community. Named in honor of Dr. Vay Liang and Mrs. Frisca Go, this award acknowledges individuals who have demonstrated exceptional dedication and excellence across research, education, clinical practice, and mentorship. It commemorates the pioneering spirit of its namesakes, whose contributions have laid the foundation for advancements in pancreas research and the establishment of a thriving community. Through this award, the APA celebrates the recipient’s profound impact on the field of pancreatology.
Donations may be made to the Vay Liang & Frisca Go endowment here.
PAST RECIPIENTS
2024: O. Joe Hines MD
2024: Yoshifumi Takeyama MD, PhD
2024: Yupei Zhao MD
2023: Darwin L. Conwell MD, MSc, FACG
2022: Carlos Fernández-del Castillo MD
2021: Markus M. Lerch MD, FRCP
2020: Anna S. Gukosvskaya PhD
2019: Suresh Chari MD
Tooru Shimosegawa MD, PhD
2018: Martin L. Freeman MD
2017: Rodger A. Liddle MD
2016: Chris E. Forsmark MD
2015: Stephen Pandol MD
2014: William Chey MD
Ashok Saluja PhD
2013: Michael Steer MD
Masao Tanaka MD, PhD
2012: Horst F. Kern MD
Murray Korc MD
2011: Andrew L. Warshaw MD
2010: Peter A. Banks MD
2009: Fred S. Gorelick MD
Katsusuke Satake MD
2008: Daniel S. Longnecker MD
2007: Howard A. Reber MD
2006: Tadashi Takeuchi MD, PhD
Phillip P. Toskes
2005: John A. Williams MD, PhD
2004: Paul D. Webster III MD
2003: James D. Jamieson MD, PhD
2002: Eugene P. Dimagno MD
2001: Vay Liang W. Go MD
Dr. Ashok K. Saluja Distinguished Service Award
The Dr. Ashok K. Saluja Distinguished Service Award stands as a distinguished tribute within the pancreatology community, honoring individuals whose exceptional contributions, service, and educational endeavors have left an indelible mark on the field. Named in appreciation and recognition of Dr. Ashok K. Saluja, APA Secretary-Treasurer, this award honors his unwavering commitment to the organization, characterized by tireless dedication, mentorship, and the nurturing of countless friendships within the realm of pancreatology. The establishment of this award underscores the profound impact of individuals, whose steadfast efforts enrich and propel the field forward.
Donations may be made to the Dr. Ashok K. Saluja Distinguished Service Award endowment here.
PAST RECIPIENTS
2024 Fred Gorelick MD
2024 Kazuichi Okazaki MD, PhD
2023 John A. Williams MD, PhD
2022 Megan Golden JD
2021 Patter Birsic
Jane Holt
2020 Vay Liang W. Go MD
2019 Barbara Kenner PhD
Jean Alfred Morisset PhD
2018 Dana K. Andersen PhD
2017 Julie Fleshman JD, MBA
2016 Sudhir Srivastava PhD, MPH, MS
2015 Jose Serrano MD, PhD
Mushtaq Khan DVM, PhD
2014 Stephen P. James MD
2013 Agi Hirshberg
2012 Edward D. Purich PhD
Young Investigator in Pancreatology Grant
The American Pancreatic Association Foundation is pleased to offer impactful grant opportunities for advancing pancreatology research valued at $100,000 each. These grants primarily target basic and translational research in pancreatitis or pancreatic cancer. The next grant cycle will open in Spring 2025.
APAF & IAP Grant: Co-sponsored by the International Association of Pancreatology, fostering research among emerging international scientists located in the institutions outside North America.
APAF & Pfizer Grant: Dedicated to studying clinical and scientific disparities in pancreatology, open to applicants from both international and North American institutions, thanks to support from Pfizer Inc.
Two APAF Grants: Aimed at encouraging research among the next generation of scientists, prioritizing applications related to pancreatitis and the relationship between pancreatitis and pancreatic cancer, but also welcomes proposals related to all types of exocrine pancreatic disease. Open to applicants from both international and North American institutions.
These award opportunities are available for investigators that are in the early stages of their career. Included are senior post-doctoral researchers, instructors, research associates and assistant professors including clinical and research track faculty (MD, MD-PhD, PhD or DVM). To enhance the training experience, we require the support and participation of a senior mentor and that the applicant have substantive new learning experiences and a mentoring/academic development committee. We require that the mentor have a substantial record of research accomplishments in a relevant field as well a history of successful mentorship. The applicant and mentor must be a member of the APA or IAP (for the APAF/IAP grant) in good standing. Applications from individuals not holding U.S. citizenship or immigration, pursuing research in the United States institutions are welcome. Funds may be used at APAF/IAP approved sites outside of the United States. Applications by individuals from diversity groups that are under-represented in medicine and biomedical research are encouraged.
Applications will be scored based on the experience and goals of the applicant, the quality of the research plan, the qualifications of the mentor, the training environment, and the relevance of the proposal to the scientific goals of the APA. The APA will prioritize applications related to pancreatitis and the relationship between pancreatitis and pancreatic cancer, but also welcomes proposals related to all types of exocrine pancreatic disease.
2024 Winners
Best Abstracts in Early Detection of Pancreatic Cancer Research
Generously supported by the Kenner Family Research Fund
Best Abstracts in Basic and Clinical Pancreatitis Research
Generously supported by the National Pancreas Foundation
Best Abstract in Pediatric Pancreas Research
