John I. Nurnberger, Jr., M.D., Ph.D., was awarded the Glenn W. Irwin, Jr., M.D. Research Scholar Award for 2009 at the IUPUI Chancellor's Academic Honors Convocation on April 17, 2009. The Irwin Research Scholar Award is IUPUI's highest recognition of outstanding continuing research. Candidates are required to have a sustained record of research, successful grant writing, and an impact on their field of study including a national or international reputation. According to the award criteria, the winner is considered to be a "visible representative of excellence for the entire campus."

The award was established in recognition of the outstanding achievements of Glenn W. Irwin, Jr., M.D., as Professor, Dean of the School of Medicine, Chancellor of the Indianapolis Campus, and Vice-President of Indiana University. Nominations are submitted by deans, chairs or colleugues and the selection committee is comprised of past winners and persons appointed by the chancellor.

Learn more about John I. Nurnberger, Jr., M.D., Ph.D. here at his Department of Psychiatry faculty listing.