Sir Zelman Cowen Universities Fund Prize for Discovery in Medical Research
The Prize is awarded in alternate years at the University of Sydney and at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. It recognizes discovery in medical research carried out at either University by a scientist under 45 years of age. It comprises an award of AUS$10,000 and a medal. It is awarded for a discovery which has made a major contribution to the understanding or treatment of disease and has achieved or has the potential to achieve therapeutic outcomes.
The Prize was established in November 2004 in honour of the Fund's Patron, Sir Zelman Cowen who served as Governor General of Australia from 1977-1982.
More details about the award to Associate Professor Barry Slobedman can be found here.
The 2012 Award will be presented to Associate Professor Slobedman at a special function to be held later in 2012.
The 2012 Award of the Sir Zelman Cowen Universities Fund Prize for Discovery in Medical Research is sponsored byThe Schwartz Foundation.
A call for nominations for the 2013 award will be announced in August 2012. It will be for scientists working at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.
Enquiries
Sue Freedman-Levy, Administrative Officer, Sir Zelman Cowen Universities Fund
Phone: +612 9351 6558
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