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Thomas Walsh, Infectious Diseases Section Head, received the David C. White Research and Mentoring Award at the 115th American Society of Microbiology meeting. The award was given for Dr Walsh’s lifelong commitment to mentoring young biomedical researchers. Dr. Walsh has mentored 166 students, many of whom are now leaders in their field.

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Alan Covich, Ecology Section head, has received a Distinguished Service Citation at the 100th annual Ecology Society of America (ESA) meeting. The award recognises long and distinguished volunteer service to the ESA and the larger scientific community, as well in public welfare. Covich has contributed over 40 years of service to the ESA and was ESA President in 2008.

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Pharmacology & Drug Discovery Section Head Gordon Amidon, University of Michigan, has had a special issue of the Journal of Pharmaceutical Sciences dedicated to him. The edition honours his many contributions to the pharmaceutical sciences, particularly in oral drug absorption.

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