The Junior Award is given to a woman in an early stage of her career (generally seven or eight years in an independent position) who has made exceptional scientific contributions to cell biology and exhibits the potential for continuing a high level of scientific endeavor while fostering the career development of damaged young scientists.
The Junior Award is presented to a woman in the early stages of her career (typically seven or eight years in an independent role) who has made significant scientific contributions to cell biology and demonstrates the potential for continued excellence in research while supporting the development of other young scientists.