Thursday, June 30, 2016
Rita Allen Foundation Announces 2016 Scholars
The Rita Allen Foundation has named its 2016 class of Rita Allen Foundation Scholars, recognizing seven young leaders in biomedical science whose research holds great promise for revealing new pathways to advance human health.
The selected Scholars will receive grants of up to $110,000 annually for a maximum of five years to pursue innovative research on the development and suppression of cancer, environmental influences on behavior, and the mechanisms and perception of pain.
These Scholars were selected for their original scientific approaches, focus on areas of global concern, opportunities for lasting outcomes, collaborations, and demonstration of leadership and learning potential...