In Washington, the Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO), announced the creation of the Rosalind Franklin Award for Leadership in Industrial Biotechnology to be presented at the BIO Pacific Rim Summit on Industrial Biotechnology held December 7-9, 2014 in San Diego, California.
The Award will honor the unique achievements of Rosalind Franklin, her contributions to the field of biotechnology and will recognize the achievements of women currently excelling in the industrial biotechnology space.
A renowned chemist, Rosalind Franklin was instrumental in the discovery and our greater understanding of the molecular structure of DNA. By creating this award, BIO aims to honor those women who too have made significant contributions in industrial biotechnology.
Just as Rosalind Franklin paved the way for women in the biotechnology field, the Rosalind Franklin award will be presented to a pioneering woman in the industrial biotechnology sector who has made significant contributions to the advancement of the biobased economy and biotech innovation. Please click here to download the nomination form — nominations will be accepted through October 16, 2104, and the winner will be announced on November 3.
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