The HUPO Early Career Researcher (ECR) Committee was founded in 2015 and has since actively and tirelessly promoted the transmission of HUPO ideals to the next generation of proteomic leaders, who are involved in many of the varied HUPO initiatives and activities. Mentoring represents the strongest link between generations of scientists, which is why the ECR is pleased to present a variety of awards and activities in conjunction with HUPO’s Annual World Congress.