Dr. Charles Lo Prize in Radiology Research
Encouraging faculty research
The Dr. Charles Lo Prize in Radiology Research provides the ability to recognize our faculty investigators for their exceptional research efforts.
Each year, faculty are invited to submit nominations of members who have made outstanding contributions to research. The selected recipient is announced at Research Day. They may choose to use the award for operating expenses or equipment.
Dr. Charles Lo
The prize is named for Dr. Lo who served as Department Head of Diagnostic Radiology from 2003 to 2008 in recognition of his strong support of the department's research mission. The award is funded through a Dalhousie endowment established by Dr. Lo's colleagues.
Past recipients
- 2025 Dr. Robert Abraham
- 2024 Dr. David Volders
- 2023 Dr. Kimberly Brewer
- 2022 Dr. Jennifer Payne
- 2021 Dr. David Barnes
- 2020 Not awarded
- 2019 Dr. Robert Abraham
- 2018 Dr. Andreu Costa
- 2017 Dr. Sharon Clarke
- 2016 Dr. Daria Manos
- 2015 Dr. Steven Beyea
- 2014 Prof. Mo Abdolell
- 2013 Dr. Jai Shankar
- 2012 Dr. Matthias Schmidt
- 2011 Dr. Steve Burrell
2026 Dr. Charles Lo Prize in Radiology Research
Now accepting nominations! Deadline: 01 April 2026, 11:59 PM AT.
Eligibility
The nominated faculty member must hold a primary appointment in the Dalhousie Department of Diagnostic Radiology as of the deadline for nominations.
The nominated faculty member must not have been awarded this prize in the 10-year period prior to the year of nomination (e.g., nominees in 2025 cannot have been awarded the prize in the years 2015-2024).
Amounts
The prize is associated with an award of $4000 to be used to support the winner’s research program (i.e., research expenses).
Deadline
The annual deadline for nominations is April 1st, 11:59 PM AT.
How to apply
Any primary-appointed faculty member may submit a nomination – self-nominations are also welcome. The nominator must submit the following to the Radiology Research Office:
- Cover letter showcasing the nominee’s research contributions
- Current CV for the nominee (Note: Radiology Research Office may have a copy on file).
Adjudication of Nominees
The Radiology Research Council will review all nominees and make a recommendation to the Department Head. Emphasis will be placed on research productivity in the five years prior to the nomination. Preference will be given to first-time nominees over previous winners. It is possible that, in a given year, the recommendation may be to not award the prize. The winner will be announced at Radiology Research Day.
Release of funds
Flow of funds will be facilitated by the Radiology Research Office.