Wednesday, October 22, 2008

ISCR Awards for Excellence in Clinical Research

Source: Biospectrum

The Indian Society for Clinical Research has instituted first ever awards for clinical research in India. The awards will promote meritorious work in the areas of clinical trials. “The ISCR Awards 2008” is India’s first industry-wide event exclusively for clinical research that aims to recognize the achievements and contributions to science and the advancement of drug research and healthcare. The event was celebrated in Mumbai, India on the October 16, 2008.

The Lifetime Achievement Award went to Dr A S Nanivadekar, a distinguished professional in medical & clinical research. Dr Narges Mahaluxmivala of Quintiles received the special Award “Notable Contribution to Clinical Research Fraternity” and Seth GS College & KEM Hospital, Mumbai received the other special award, “Notable Initiative to shape clinical research environment in India.”

Besides, there were four categories - CRA of the year, Study Manager of the year, Study coordinator of the year and Investigator of the year awards in which 8 winners received trophies and certificates - aimed at bringing wider recognition to the clinical research fraternity.

Nomination for the awards were invited from across the country that went through a rigorous review process by the jury panel consisting of Dr. Nilima Kshirsagar, Dr. S.M.Sapatnekar, Dr.Purvish M.Parikh and Dr Ferzaan N Engineer before selection of the winners.

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