Criteria for the Award:
* who has performed extraordinary work in biomedical sciences which has changed the thinking in the field where important technology was developed; and/or
* who has uncovered new insights which brought forth new therapies; and/or
* whose lifetime contribution has significantly impact the African region and who is currently based in Africa
The award recipient will receive a sponsorship of up to USD5,000 to our annual Human Genome Organisation (HUGO) – Human Genome Meeting with an economic flight, accommodation, registration fee and VISA application paid for. The award recipient will also be presented with a plaque or medal and any remaining of the USD5,000 award will be in the form of a standing order for products and services from Inqaba Biotechnical Industries. He/She will be invited to attend the award presentation ceremony and present a plenary lecture in conjunction with the Human Genome Meeting.
The first award was given out in 2015.
View list of HUGO African Prize Recipients here.
HUGO-African Prize Presentation Ceremony
The HUGO-African Prize Presentation Ceremony will be held in conjunction with the annual Human Genome Organisation (HUGO) - Human Genome Meeting.
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HUGO African Prize
Applicants for this award should be actively engaged in human genetic and genomic research. Applications must reach the HUGO office by the published deadline. The award will be given out at the HUGO Human Genome Meeting (held annually).
- There is no age limit for the candidates reviewed in this category;
- Nominations must be submitted with a completed nomination form, as well as the candidate's curriculum vitae of no more than two A4 pages including a list of recent publications