The SOT Leading Edge in Basic Science Award is presented to a scientist who, based on research, has made a recent (within the last five years), seminal scientific contribution/advance to understanding fundamental mechanisms of toxicity. The recipient should be a respected basic scientist whose research findings are likely to have a pervasive impact on the field of toxicology. Candidates may be a SOT member or nonmember. Toxicologists as well as other scientists who may not identify themselves with the discipline of toxicology may apply. A letter of nomination from a full member of the Society and a seconding letter from a full member of the Society are required. Both letters should name the specific contribution(s) for which the scientist is nominated and discuss the potential impact on toxicology. A publication list is not sufficient without discussion of the impact and how the nominee meets the award criteria. Please visit the award's website for more information.