Eligibility Requirements

The first author of eligible papers must have been an APTA member in good standing at the time of the manuscript's publication and at the time of nomination.

• The first author need not have been an APTA member at the time of data collection and manuscript preparation.
• For papers with multiple authors, each author who is eligible for the award will be considered a co-winner of the award.

Self, peer, and posthumous nominations are accepted for this award.

Criteria for Selection

Nominated authors of the articles must:

• Demonstrate that their paper makes a significant contribution to physical therapy.
• Present a novel and innovative research study or theoretical model that addresses an important area of physical therapy.
• Have a clearly stated purpose with supportive rationale and appropriate methodology.
• Clearly present the results and/or theoretical framework with appropriate discussion of application and impact on clinical practice or future physical therapy research.
• Be well organized, and clearly and concisely written.

Case studies and case reports do not meet the purpose and intent of the award. All reports of scientific studies authored and published in PTJ: Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Journal during the current year are eligible.

Submission Requirements

The nominator must submit a nomination statement (nomination statements are 300-words) to begin the process.

The nominee is responsible for the following:

• Submitting a current curriculum vitae or resume
• Completing an online application (application questions are 500-words)
• Abstract and electronic copy of article