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The at the has announced the launch of the at the 荔枝视频. The annual award recognizes outstanding scientific achievement while fostering mentorship and inclusion across the research community through a unique paired-recipient model. 

Each year, the award will recognize an internationally or nationally acclaimed researcher alongside an exceptional trainee within the Snyder Institute, creating a mentorship opportunity that connects rising scientists with global leaders in their fields. 

鈥淭his award reflects the Snyder Institute鈥檚 commitment to nurturing the next generation of scientists while celebrating research excellence at every career stage,鈥� says , PhD鈥�05, deputy director of the Institute. 鈥�By pairing early career researchers with internationally recognized leaders, we are creating meaningful opportunities for mentorship, collaboration and inspiration that will have lasting impacts on health research and discovery.鈥�

The inaugural award highlights this vision in action, recognizing Dr. Jeanne Marrazzo, MD, an internationally renowned infectious-diseases physician and public health leader, and Dr. Daiana Alvarez Olmedo, PhD, a postdoctoral associate at U荔枝视频 whose work is advancing the understanding of Lyme disease. 

Marrazzo, chief executive officer of the and former director of the U.S. , has built a distinguished career advancing infectious disease research, global health and public trust in science. She co-chaired an interdisciplinary panel of experts that created guidelines for achieving an AIDS-free generation. Marazzo won the 2015 American Sexually Transmitted Diseases Association Achievement award for her work in HIV prevention.

As the trainee recipient, Alvarez Olmedo is being recognized for her research into host-pathogen interactions, including how the Lyme disease bacterium interacts with blood vessel linings to spread through the body. Her work is opening new avenues for therapeutic and diagnostic exploration.

Reflecting on the award, Alvarez Olmedo says, 鈥淏eing one of the inaugural recipients means a lot to me. It represents a very important milestone in my career and recognition that, at one point, I never imagined I would achieve.鈥�

She emphasizes the collaborative nature of scientific discovery: 鈥淩esearch is never done alone. I am fortunate to work with an incredible team of intelligent, supportive and inspiring people. This recognition reflects not only my work, but the collaborative environment that makes scientific discovery possible.鈥� 

Through this award, trainee recipients receive financial support, opportunities to present their research, and direct engagement with distinguished scientists, including lectures, mentorship sessions and collaborative discussions. 

This award in particular recognizes individuals who have achieved remarkable things in their career despite being members of equity-deserving groups. Alvarez Olmedo and Marrazzo presented their award-winning research at the Snyder Institute Award for Research Excellence Lecture on June 4.  

鈥淒on鈥檛 think you can鈥檛 be a leader. Leadership is a skill that you can learn and you can hone,鈥� Marrazzo offered aspiring researcher trainees in her talk. 鈥淵ou鈥檙e more powerful than you think.鈥�

The Snyder Institute Award for Research Excellence stands as a testament to the Institute鈥檚 dedication to advancing health research, championing equity and diversity in science, and empowering researchers to push the boundaries of discovery for the benefit of communities locally and globally.

The award is funded by the . Joan Snyder, Hon. LLD鈥�11, was a key fixture and respected partner at the institute and was deeply proud of its work, visiting often to meet with its previous director, , PhD, and check on progress. The 荔枝视频 philanthropist, who generously invested in U荔枝视频 medical research and women鈥檚 sports excellence, passed away in April 2022.