Deadline: 11:59 p.m. (MST) on Wednesday, December 13th, 2023
The Distinguished Research Award (DRA) is a prestigious faculty award designed to recognize outstanding achievements in research by three University of Utah faculty each year. This prestigious research award provides the faculty member with a $10,000 grant to pursue research and/or creative pursuits and recognition at the UofU Commencement. Nominees are evaluated on the impact and significance of their career research or scholarly work to their field, as well as to the improvement and enrichment of the human condition. Faculty who have held an appointment with the University of Utah for a minimum of five years are eligible to receive this award. Nominations may be made by any faculty member, department, or college within the University.
Nominations for the 2023-2024 cycle are due by 11:59pm (MST) on Wednesday, December 13th, 2023, and must be submitted using this submission link. Please thoroughly review all FY24 DRA Guidelines before preparing a nomination. Questions about this program should be directed to Whitney MacKay.