Connecting Industry Leaders in Laboratory Animal Science

ATA supports programs, meetings, scholarships, and educational efforts that strengthen the laboratory animal science community and encourage continued professional engagement across the field.

2026 Award Winners

Congratulations to Sarah Anderson, Bob McGregor, and Molly Romick, recognized at the ATA meeting on October 25, 2026.

Sarah Anderson

Floyd Poling Award

Bob McGregor

Robert O. Boyington Lifetime Achievement Award

Molly Romick

ATA Service Award

One of the Allied Trade Association's greatest strengths is the dedication, innovation, and leadership demonstrated by our members. As we prepare to recognize individuals and organizations that have made exceptional contributions to the ATA and the laboratory animal science community, we invite you to participate in the awards nomination process.

Please take a few moments to consider those whose service, achievements, and commitment deserve recognition through one of the following awards:

Floyd Poling Award
Awarded to a worthy member who has served the Association with distinction, the Floyd Poling Award honors the legacy of ATA founder Floyd Poling and his commitment to cooperation and service within our profession.

Industry Innovation Award
This award recognizes an ATA company and/or an employee whose development of an apparatus, product, or service has advanced laboratory science and achieved widespread adoption within the industry.

Robert O. Boyington Lifetime Achievement Award
Named in honor of Robert O. Boyington and his four decades of dedicated service to the ATA, this award recognizes members whose long-standing commitment has left a lasting impact on the Association. Eligibility includes members who have reached age 65 and maintained ATA membership in good standing for at least 20 years, or individuals who have served as ATA President.

These awards represent the highest levels of achievement, service, and innovation within our Association. Your nominations help ensure that those who have made significant contributions receive the recognition they deserve.

We encourage you to participate and help celebrate the individuals and organizations that continue to strengthen and advance our profession.

LAMA Scholarships

See ATA Scholarships on the Partnerships page for eligibility, application requirements, and the deadline.