ISPP Young Scientist Awards

ELIGIBILITY AND GUIDELINES

An initiative to encourage early career researchers and recognize their research contribution.

ISPP Young Scientist Awards is an initiative of Indian Society for Plant Physiology to encourage early career researchers and recognize their research contribution in science for the betterment of the society.

Candidates must register for 6th ICPP-2025 and submit abstract + biodata. Selection is based on academic excellence, research quality, and presentation.

Name of the Awards

Prof S.K. Sopory Endowment Award
ISPP-ASPB Award
Prof M. Udayakumar Memorial Award

Eligibility Criteria

Maximum age limit 40 years (as on 31.12.2025)
Must be member of ISPP Apply here
Travel reimbursement up to ₹5000 (or actual AC 3-tier)

Score Card

S.No	Criteria	Marks
1	Research relevance & novelty	35%
2	Slide & visuals	10%
3	Presentation skills	10%
4	Q&A ability	15%
5	Academic excellence	10%
6	Publications	20%

Detailed Guidelines

Register and submit application + documents.
Top 15 candidates shortlisted.
Others moved to poster category.
Presentation: 7–8 min + Q&A.
Evaluation based on score card.

Download Application

Download Application Form

Last date: 31st October, 2025

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