SWIU and SBUR have a common interest in recognizing female scientists with an accomplished background of basic science urological research. This award represents the collaborative efforts of these two societies toward their common goals.

Nominations for this award are accepted by the SBUR (www.sbur.org), who will nominate two candidates for consideration by the Board of Directors of SWIU, who will make the final decision.

Appropriate candidates are members of SBUR who hold an M.D., a Ph.D. or both and who have a distinguished track record of urological research.

The award winner receives a monetary award and one year free membership to Society of Women in Urology. The winner is also asked to present a brief summary of their accomplishments at the Annual Breakfast Meeting, and is invited to the Women Leaders in Urology Forum and the Networking Reception.

Nominations for the SWIU/SBUR Award for Excellence in Basic Urologic Research are currently being accepted by SBUR. Please be sure to include a brief resume in your nomination. The winner will be notified in April.