+ More Filters

Reset Filters

Title

Funding Organization

Funding Type

Eligible Country

Deadline

Other (Select all that apply)

Show Expired Programs

Show Verified Programs

Not Verified

W. J. Youden Award in Interlaboratory Testing

American Statistical Association

The W. J. Youden Award in Interlaboratory Testing was established in 1985 to recognize the authors of publications that make outstanding contributions to the design and/or analysis of interlaboratory tests or describe ingenious approaches to the planning and evaluation of data from such tests. Award recipients are presented with $1,000, which may be divided evenly among the recipients or, the award committee may recognize an additional $1,000 winner each year if they wish. The award is presented annually if, in the opinion of the awards committee, an eligible and worthy publication is nominated.

Award Recipient Responsibilities

The award recipient is responsible for providing a current photograph and general personal information the year the award is presented. The American Statistical Association uses this information to publicize the award and prepare the prize.

Nominations

Nominations are due by March 1 and require the following:

Nominating letter - not to exceed two pages
Copy of the publication(s)
Candidate’s headshot

AI Based Application Success Predictor

To be competitive for ASA scholarships, travel funds, or recognition awards, strong applications typically exhibit the following:

✔ 1. Demonstrated Alignment With Statistical Science

Applicants should clearly articulate how their research, study plan, or professional goals advance statistical methodology, application, education, or impact.

✔ 2. Clear Motivation & Narrative

Effective personal statements or proposals (e.g., for Cox or Pride scholarships) clearly explain career trajectory, purpose, and potential impact on the field and community.

✔ 3. Evidence of Engagement & Achievement

Demonstrated participation in statistics coursework, research, publications, competitions, or conferences strengthens competitiveness for travel awards and paper competitions.

✔ 4. Membership & Professional Involvement

Many ASA awards give preference to active members — being an ASA member (and often member of relevant sections like social statistics, women in stats, etc.) signals commitment to the profession.

✔ 5. Quality of Abstracts & Presentations

For travel awards tied to meetings (especially student paper competitions), clarity, originality, analytical rigor and relevance in abstracts/posters are essential. Default

✔ 6. Diversity & Community Support Criteria

Scholarships like the Pride Scholarship consider background, commitment to underrepresented communities, and broader contributions to inclusion, which reviewers value highly.

🛠 Practical Application Tips

✔ Plan ahead: Most competitive applications (e.g., Cox Scholarship) require CV, statement/essay, and letters of recommendation well before deadlines. Default
✔ Engage early in ASA activities: Submit abstracts to JSM or other ASA section meetings to maximize chances for travel and paper awards. LinkedIn
✔ Tailor narratives: Align your application narrative with ASA’s mission of promoting statistical science excellence and community impact. Wikipedia
✔ Join relevant sections: Section-specific travel and paper awards often have separate eligibility rules, so align your applications with section priorities. community.amstat.org

📌 Summary: ASA Competitive Opportunities at a Glance

Opportunity	Target	Focus	Typical Support
Gertrude M. Cox Scholarship	Women in graduate stats	Career support	~$1,000 + recognition Default
ASA Pride Scholarship	LGBTQ+ & allies in stats	Professional development	Scholarship support Default
Wray Jackson Smith Scholarship	Govt. stats aspirants	Career exploration	Up to ~$1,000 Default
Student & Early Career Travel Fund	Students & early career	Meeting attendance	Travel reimbursement Default
Section Travel/Paper Awards	Student presenters	Papers & conference travel	$500–$1,000 community.amstat.org
Noether Awards	Scholars in nonparametrics	Distinguished research	$2,500–$5,000 Wikipedia
Wilks Memorial Award	Lifetime statistical impact	Outstanding contributions	Medal + honorarium Wikipedia
ASA Fellowship	Career excellence	Professional honor	Fellow status Wikipedia
Founders Award	Distinguished service	Professional recognition Wikipedia

Specialties

Clinical Trials

Eligibility Requirements

Interlaboratory tests, sometimes called collaborative studies or round robins, constitute a broad field of statistical activity in commercial, regulatory, and industrial practice. They are used in many disciplines for comparing results produced in different laboratories, determining consensus values, and assessing and developing test methods. Such studies are often interactive, with the goal of reducing discrepancies among results. Determination of consensus values may include work on reconciling dissimilarities of several contributory data-generating processes by accommodating them, as in analysis of multicenter clinical trials.

The W. J. Youden Award in Interlaboratory Testing is bestowed upon distinguished individual(s) whose publications have appeared or been accepted for publication in English-language, professionally refereed journals or monograph series during the given year or the two preceding years.

Sponsor Details

Sponsor Institute/Organizations: American Statistical Association

Sponsor Type: Corporate/Non-Profit

Address: 732 North Washington Street Alexandria, VA 22314-1943

Legal & Affiliation Disclaimer

Affiliation Disclaimer: Trialect operates independently and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or supported by any sponsors or organizations posting on the GrantsBoard platform. As an independent aggregator of publicly available funding opportunities, Trialect provides equal access to information for all users without endorsing any specific funding source, content, organization, or sponsor. Trialect assumes no responsibility for the content posted by sponsors or third parties.

Subscription Disclaimer: Upon logging into Trialect, you may choose to SUBSCRIBE to GrantsBoard for timely notifications of funding opportunities and to access exclusive benefits, such as priority alerts, reminders, personalized recommendations, and additional application support. However, users are advised to contact sponsors directly for any questions and are not required to subscribe to engage with funding opportunities.

Content Ownership and Copyright Disclaimer: Trialect respects the intellectual property rights of all organizations and individuals. All content posted on GrantsBoard is provided solely for informational purposes and remains the property of the original owners. Trialect does not claim ownership of, nor does it have any proprietary interest in, content provided by third-party sponsors. Users are encouraged to verify content and ownership directly with the posting sponsor.

Fair Use Disclaimer: The information and content available on GrantsBoard are compiled from publicly accessible sources in alignment with fair use principles under U.S. copyright law. Trialect serves as an aggregator of this content, offering it to users in good faith and with the understanding that it is available for public dissemination. Any organization or individual who believes their intellectual property rights have been violated is encouraged to contact us for prompt resolution.

Third-Party Posting Responsibility Disclaimer: Trialect is a neutral platform that allows third-party sponsors to post funding opportunities for informational purposes only. Sponsors are solely responsible for ensuring that their postings comply with copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. Trialect assumes no liability for any copyright or intellectual property infringements in third-party content and will take appropriate action to address any substantiated claims.

Accuracy and Verification Disclaimer: Trialect makes no warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the information provided by sponsors. Users are advised to verify the details of any funding opportunity directly with the sponsor before taking action. Trialect cannot be held liable for any discrepancies, omissions, or inaccuracies in third-party postings.

Notice and Takedown Policy: Trialect is committed to upholding copyright law and protecting the rights of intellectual property owners. If you believe that content on GrantsBoard infringes your copyright or intellectual property rights, please contact us with detailed information about the claim. Upon receipt of a valid notice, Trialect will promptly investigate and, where appropriate, remove or disable access to the infringing content.

View Funding Opportunity