We want to make sure you're aware of the Accelerating Science Award Program (ASAP) so that you have the opportunity to nominate a colleague (or yourself) by June 15th. Three (3) top awards of $30,000 each will be presented.

The ASAP program recognizes individuals who have produced an innovation by using, applying, or remixing scientific research that was originally published through Open Access. Google, PLOS and the Wellcome Trust have joined together to recognize these achievements and we hope to inspire greater support for Open Access through these stories.

Winners will be announced in Washington, DC in October 2013 at an Open Access Week kickoff event hosted by SPARC and the World Bank. Full details can be found on asap.plos.org (including the rules, nomination process, the Award specifics, our sponsors, and an FAQ).