The Keio Medical Science Prize
2009 Prize Laureates:
Prof. Jeffrey M. Friedman
Dr. Kenji Kangawa
Objective
The Keio Medical Science Prize gives recognition to the outstanding and creative achievements of researchers in the fields of medicine and life sciences, in particular those contributing to scientific developments in medicine. It aims to promote worldwide advances in medicine and life sciences, to encourage the expansion of researcher networks throughout the world, and to contribute to the well-being of humankind.
Prize
Laureates receive a certificate of merit, medal, and a monetary award. The award ceremony and commemorative lectures are held at Keio University.
Nomination and Selection
The Keio Medical Science Prize Selection Committee, consisting of Japanese academics and researchers, is charged with reviewing candidates' research activities and making a recommendation to the Board of Directors.
Eligibility
Nominees must be researchers in medicine or life sciences closely related to medicine, and preferably currently active in their field of research. The Keio Medical Science Prize is an international award.
Selection Process
1. Invitations are sent out to academics and researchers around the world each
year, asking them to submit next year’s candidates for the Prize.
2. The Committee reviews the nominations and submits a recommendation to the
Board.
3. The Board makes the final decision and formally announces the laureate(s).
Yearly Schedule (Subject to Change)
* Call for Nominations: Early February
* Deadline for Nominations: Late March
* Prize Announcement: Late September
* Award Ceremony: November or December at Keio University
