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Hall of Fame
Dr. Ken Lee
National Senior Scientific Advisor, Fisheries and Oceans Canada
Inductees are recognized for having made major, internationally recognized impacts on science and/or technology during their lifetime. Inductees are required to have roots in Nova Scotia having either been born here or having made significant achievements while living and working in Nova Scotia. Through their outstanding lifetime contributions to society, the Hall of Fame inductees serve as inspirational role models for the youth of Nova Scotia to pursue STEM careers.
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Youth Award
Silas Eastwood
Student, Grade 11, Citadel High School
Awarded to the junior or senior high school student(s) in Nova Scotia who achieved the highest ranking among all Nova Scotia participants at the Canada-Wide Science Fair. The Youth Award is designed to recognize extraordinary work in the early scientific efforts of young Nova Scotian students.
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PROFESSIONAL OF DISTINCTION
Dr. Tamara Franz-Odendaal
Professor, Department of Biology, NSERC Atlantic Chair Women in Science and Engineering, Mount Saint Vincent University
Awarded to a world-class science and/or technology researcher or developer (in academia, a public research institution or private sector) who demonstrates ingenious and innovative thinking in the creation of ideas, concepts, perspectives, and processes within their field. The recipient is recognized nationally and internationally for excellence in their work, but may not necessarily be well known locally by members of the general public.
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SCIENCE CHAMPION
Dr. Arunika Gunawardena
Professor, Department of Biology, Faculty of Science, Dalhousie University
Awarded to a working scientist, technology professional, full-time science teacher, professor, journalist, or media personality who devotes their time to the promotion of science and technology to the public. The recipient serves as a role model for all Nova Scotians, particularly for youth and students, in support of the development of a culture of science and innovation in the province.
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EMERGING PROFESSIONAL
Dr. Souvik Mitra
Neonatologist, Division of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine, IWK Health Centre
Awarded to a post-secondary science and/or technology student, graduate student, post-doctoral fellow, or practicing professional who is early in their career and lives and studies or works in Nova Scotia. This person demonstrates intellectual achievement, excellence, and has potential for ongoing growth and development.
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INNOVATION
Graphite Innovation & Technologies
Mo AlGermozi, Co-founder, President & CEO
Awarded to a company or individual for science and/or technology innovation in the commercial development of a new product or service. Presented to an enterprise or individual that has developed a commercially viable product or service and is either ready to bring it to market or has recently successfully done so. This award is intended to recognize a team or individual who saw the commercial potential of a concept/research and applied innovative business practices, combined with the strategic investment of time and money, to bring it to the market.
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Professional of Distinction
Dr. Ron
El-Hawary
Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon, Orthopaedics, IWK Health Centre
Dr. Danika van Proosdij
Professor & Director of the TransCoastal Adaptations Centre for Nature-Based Solutions, Saint Mary’s University
Dr. Tamara Franz-Odendaal
Professor, Department of Biology, NSERC Atlantic Chair Women in Science and Engineering, Mount Saint Vincent University
Awarded to a world-class science and/or technology researcher or developer (in academia, a public research institution or private sector) who demonstrates ingenious and innovative thinking in the creation of ideas, concepts, perspectives, and processes within their field. The recipient is recognized nationally and internationally for excellence in their work, but may not necessarily be well known locally by members of the general public.
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Science Champion
Dr. Arunika Gunawardena
Professor, Department of Biology, Faculty of Science, Dalhousie University
Simone Le Gendre-King
Director of Immigration Programs, Province of Nova Scotia
Dennis Langille
Senior Project Manager, Michelin North America (Canada) Inc.
Awarded to a working scientist, technology professional, full-time science teacher, professor, journalist, or media personality who devotes their time to the promotion of science and technology to the public. The recipient serves as a role model for all Nova Scotians, particularly for youth and students, in support of the development of a culture of science and innovation in the province.
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Emerging Professional
Dr. Souvik Mitra
Neonatologist, Division of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine, IWK Health Centre
Dr. Amina Stoddart
Assistant Professor, Department of Civil and Resource Engineering, Dalhousie University
Dr. Erin Mazerolle
Assistant Professor, Department of Psychology, St. Francis Xavier University
Awarded to a post-secondary science and/or technology student, graduate student, post-doctoral fellow, or practicing professional who is early in their career and lives and studies or works in Nova Scotia. This person demonstrates intellectual achievement, excellence, and has potential for ongoing growth and development.
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Innovation
Precision BioLogic Inc.
Paul Empey, President & CEO
Innovasea
Dr. Sara Stout-Grandy, Senior Hardware Engineer
Graphite Innovation & Technologies
Mo AlGermozi, Co-founder, President & CEO
Awarded to a company or individual for science and/or technology innovation in the commercial development of a new product or service. Presented to an enterprise or individual that has developed a commercially viable product or service and is either ready to bring it to market or has recently successfully done so. This award is intended to recognize a team or individual who saw the commercial potential of a concept/research and applied innovative business practices, combined with the strategic investment of time and money, to bring it to the market.
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PUBLIC IMPACT AWARD
Dr. Timothy Webster
Climate Change Adaptation & Resilience, Nova Scotia Community College
Recognizes a Nova Scotian researcher in academia, a public research institution, government, or the private sector, whose research has benefited Nova Scotians by tangibly improving the economy, environment, healthcare system, or society. The recipient’s work has developed in response to the needs of society, and is solving a problem, managing a risk, or creating an opportunity for Nova Scotians.
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Youth Award
Hall of Fame
Public Impact Award
Science Champion
Innovation
Professional of Distinction
Emerging Professional
Reception & Discovery Demo
Science Challenge
Media
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