Nominate outstanding contributions to health science, policy and research July 15, 2024
ottawa, ontario, April 24, 2024 /CNW/ – Innovative Medicines Canada's Health Research Foundation (HRF) is pleased to announce that nominations for this year's prestigious HRF Medal of Honor are now open. This award recognizes outstanding individuals who have improved the lives of Canadians and contributed to advanced health knowledge in Canada. Canada And overseas.
“For 60 years, HRF has proudly recognized outstanding Canadians who are making a real difference in the world in health care.” Mel Cappe, Chairman of the HRF Board of Directors. “We look forward to reviewing the nominations and seeing the great work this year’s applicants are doing to advance knowledge in the health sciences and improve health care in Canada.”
Winners receive: $20,000 Donations can be made to any Canadian research-based academic institution of your choice and a Medal of Honor will be presented at the HRF Awards Reception. November 19th in Toronto.
“The Medal of Honor is more than just an award; it is a testament to outstanding individual dedication and breakthrough innovation.” Bettina Hamelin, President of Innovative Medicine Canada. “We look forward to celebrating the outstanding achievements of this year’s winners at the awards ceremony later this year.”
HRF has proudly celebrated advances in health research since awarding Sir the first Medal of Honor in 1945. alexander fleming For the discovery of penicillin. The following year, the second recipient was Dr. Doc, a respected Canadian medical scientist. charles best For the co-discovery of insulin. Other notable Medal of Honor recipients include Brian Mulroney, who was recognized for his contributions to Canada's health care system, and more recently, Drs. Kenneth Lockwood Awarded for research on improving care for the elderly and people with dementia.
To nominate an outstanding individual, please complete the nomination form at hrf-frs.com/awards. July 15th. For more information about HRF, please visit hrf-frs.com.
About the Health Research Foundation
Innovative Medicines Canada's Health Research Foundation (HRF) is a not-for-profit organization that invests in Canadian academic health research and promotes the value of research-driven health innovation. Canada. HRF is one of the nation's leading private health foundations, and its gifts contribute to the prevention, treatment, and amelioration of disease. Canada's medical system. The organization is committed to addressing health challenges through excellence in research, stakeholder partnerships, and public policy advancement.
About Innovative Medicine Canada
Innovative Medicines Canada is a national organization representing the voices of: Canada's Innovative pharmaceutical industry. The association advocates for policies that enable the discovery, development and delivery of innovative medicines and vaccines that improve the lives of all Canadians, and our members strive to be valuable partners in Canada's health system. We support your efforts. This association represents his 48 companies that invest in almost all companies. $1.4 billion Contributing to research and development every year, Canada's while contributing to a knowledge-based economy. 8 billion dollars to Canada's economy. In accordance with our Code of Ethics, all members collaborate in a highly ethical manner with governments, private payers, healthcare professionals, and stakeholders.
Source: Innovative Medicine Canada
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