Submit your nomination for the 2024 Rosalind Franklin Award
Just as Rosalind Franklin paved the way for women in biotechnology, the BIO Rosalind Franklin Award will be presented to a pioneering woman in the agriculture and/or environmental biotechnology sectors who has made significant contributions to the advancement of the bioeconomy and biotech innovation. The Rosalind Franklin Award will stand as a lasting memory to the legacy left by Rosalind Franklin, who was instrumental in the discovery and our greater understanding of the molecular structure of DNA. Through Rosalind Franklin's use of X-ray diffraction images, the true double helix structure of DNA was discovered. Though often overlooked, Rosalind Franklin's critical work and discovery in the field has allowed the expansive growth of the biotechnology industry to become what it is today. This award honors Rosalind Franklin's legacy and the women who have also shown exemplary leadership, led the way through previously uncharted territory, and have made significant contributions to our industry.
Nominees should be visionaries, exhibit leadership qualities, and have pioneered efforts and innovations in agriculture, food systems, energy, and biobased manufacturing and demonstrate significant innovative contributions in a field integral to the advancement of the bioeconomy. Women in both business and academia are eligible to receive this award. Nominations should highlight contributions to our goal of advancing biotech and innovation to develop sustainable, biobased value-chains.
Nominations must be received by Friday, May 3, 5:00PM EDT.
