Mentor (guru) comes from Sanskrit and its root words are gu, meaning darkness, and ru,
dispeller. A Guru is an awakened man or woman who has personally,
through the help and invaluable transfer of consciousness from a Guru
before, become able to transmit higher consciousness to the aspirant.
An aspirant who is accepted by a Guru and who is considered to be
worthy to be initiated is called a chela, meaning devotee, or a sisya, meaning disciple, one who accepts the discipline of the Guru.
The above Sanskrit shloka, is an important mantra and invokes the
blessings of the Guru. The shloka conveys the meaning 'Salutations to
the noble teacher who is Brahma, Vishnu and Lord Mahesh (Shiva) and
Guru is the supreme "Brahman'- (the Absolute or ultimate reality)." The
Guru is like Lord Brahma (The God of Creation) because he creates the
character in students. The Guru is like Lord Vishnu (The God of
Sustenance) because he protects the good qualities in his students. The
Guru is like Lord Shiva (The God of Annihilation) because he destroys
the bad habits and bad qualities of his students.
Purpose
To
recognize once in two years an individual who is actively involved in
Leishmaniasis research, has demonstrated outstanding leadership
qualities mentoring trainees and colleagues in the field of
Leishmaniasis which has added to the existing pool of talent in the
Leishmaniasis world. The individual should have been instrumental in
nurturing talent and sustaining their interest in science and art of
Leishmaniasis/neglected parasitic disease research over the years by
acting as a perfect role model for them to emulate.
Selection Criteria
Nominees
exceptional achievement in mentoring trainees and colleagues in the
field of Leishmaniasis will be considered. This will include focus on
the sustainability of mentorship over time and the scope/depth of the
mentorship.
Nomination Procedure
Students and colleagues from all over the world are invited to nominate their mentor for this award.
Nomination is meant to be inclusive of researchers, policy makers, clinicians, and patient’s advocates .
Nomination are due on Dec 31st of
the current year, and should be electronically submitted to neeloo888@yahoo.com All nominations will be kept confidential. The nomination package
should consist of a nomination letter, curriculum vitae of the nominee,
and two additional support letters.
The nomination letter should be limited to no more than two pages and should include:
1.
A
clear and full description of the nature of the nominee’s exceptional
achievement in mentoring, with a focus on the contribution and impact
of the mentoring to improving services/care, promoting professional
education and/or promoting research in the field of Leishmaniasis.
2.
Name and relationship of the nominator to the nominee.
3.
The nominator's contact information- TITLE, DEGREE(S), INSTITUTION, ADDRESS, PHONE NUMBER, E MAIL ADDRESS
4.
Two additional support letters (ALSO NO MORE THAN 2 PAGES EACH) should be included from other
individuals that attest to the quality and impact of the nominee’s
mentorship
Selection And Notification
The
Society will review the nominations and
recommend a panel of short listed candidates for final approval. the recipient and the nominator(s) will be
notified of the award in writing.
A public announcement and presentation of the award will be made. The award will consist of a gold plaque and a citation.
