The training of a new generation of psychiatric academicians is a major objective of the Society of Biological Psychiatry. Participation in professional meetings, where new information is exchanged and contacts are made, can have a critical impact on the career of a developing basic and clinician-scientist. In recognition of the importance of academic exchange, SOBP annually selects distinguished Early Career Investigators from North American institutions to be a part of the Travel Fellowship Award program. Travel Awards recognize excellence in scholarly activity by junior researchers by providing the opportunity to attend the annual meeting and participate in special programming for the awardees. Applicants qualify based on their home institution. Individuals from any university, department or institute in the US, Canada or Mexico, who meet the criteria, may submit an application. Applicants must be within 10 years of completing their terminal research degree or within ten years of completing their medical residency at the time of application. Exceptions will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Applicants do not need to be published to apply for the Early Career Investigator-Domestic award. Publications will, however, add to the value of the application. Selections will be made based on strength of personal statement, biosketch, and need for travel funding. Past recipients of a SOBP Travel Fellowship Awards may not apply again. Applicants must submit a letter of nomination by the Department or Program Chair or faculty mentor. Applicants must also submit a NIH biosketch (preferred) or short curriculum vitae. Please visit the award's website for more information.