The M. M. Amzad Hussain Visionary Award in Women’s Leadership in Therapeutic Medical Physics
Objective:
The M. M. Amzad Hussain Visionary Award in Women’s Leadership in Therapeutic Medical Physics recognizes exceptional early-to-mid-career female medical physicists who demonstrate clinical excellence, leadership, and regional innovation. The award honors the legacy of Dr. M. M. Amzad Hussain by encouraging professional development for women and driving advancements in cancer care throughout the AFOMP region.
Presentation:
The award will be presented annually starting in 2027 at the Asia-Oceania Conference on Medical Physics (AOCMP). The AFOMP Awards and Honours Committee (AHC) will evaluate the entries to select 1 to 2 recipients per year.
Nomination Procedure:
Announced annually via official AFOMP channels, nominations may be submitted via open call, direct committee nomination, or eligible self-nomination with proper endorsements. Current AHC and Executive Committee members are excluded. Submissions require certified degree copies, leadership proof, an ethical practice declaration from the HOD, and an NMO endorsement.
Eligibility Scope:
Applicants must be female clinical therapeutic medical physicists in an AFOMP Lower Middle-Income Country (LMIC). Candidates should be under 40 years old or have at least 10 years of clinical experience at one institution, hold relevant post-graduation/certification in therapeutic medical physics, and have no prior wins.
Criteria for Selection:
Evaluated by the AHC via a weighted scoring system:
- Clinical Excellence & Professional Impact (30%)
- Innovation & Technical Development (30%)
- Scientific & Academic Merit (20%)
- Leadership (10%)
- Potential for Future Contribution (10%)
Selection and Award:
The AHC scores nominations independently, with the donor serving strictly as a non-voting observer. Recipients receive advance notification, an official certificate, and a shared or individual cash prize totaling 400 USD.