Previous Recipients

Discovery Awards began in the spring of 2002 with the mandate to recognize talented individuals and outstanding companies in Nova Scotia for their national and international work in science and innovation. Each member of the Discovery Awards alumni below has put science achievement in the minds of the local community and serves as role models for our next generation of innovators.

Hall of Fame

Dr. Ronald O'Dor for his immeasurable impact on global marine research, inspiring future generations of researchers.

https://youtu.be/hM5A2nFcwJs 

 

Youth Award

Bram St. Peters, Citadel High School, Halifax, NS

https://youtu.be/hJPcmYnxwzY 

 

Professional of Distinction

Dr. Erin Johnson, Professor, Herzberg-Becke Chair, Dalhousie University

https://youtu.be/Tumm0lvR2oo 

 

Science Champion

Dr. Pemberton Cyrus, Head, Department of Industrial Engineering and President of Imhotep's Legacy Academy, Dalhousie University

https://youtu.be/aVIAZ3FR3g8 

 

Innovation

ABK Biomedical Inc., Dr. Robert Abraham, Dr. Daniel Boyd & Dr. Sharon Kehoe, Co-founders

https://youtu.be/hUokwCxAB_M 

 

Emerging Professional

Dr. Noreen Kamal, Assistant Professor, Dalhousie University

https://youtu.be/1EGyUlhCYtE 

 

Public Impact Award

Dr. Steven Beyea, Innovation Strategy Advisor & Research Scientist, IWK Health Centre

https://youtu.be/0lNwIO4War8 

Hall of Fame
Dr. Ken Lee for his extensive work in bettering the environment through his work in oceans, and oil spill management
https://youtu.be/pYFPr2qmB-M

Youth Award
Silas Eastwood (Revolution Evolution: CubeSat Satellites) Citadel High School, Halifax, NS
https://youtu.be/_sU2p45e4xM

Professional of Distinction
Dr. Tamara Franz-Odendaal, Professor, Department of Biology, NSERC Atlantic Chair Women in Science and Engineering, Mount Saint Vincent University
https://youtu.be/3oPGD-D-TMk

Science Champion
Dr. Arunika Gunawardena, Professor, Department of Biology, Faculty of Science, Dalhousie University
https://youtu.be/l88a6M4gzV0

Innovation
Graphite Innovation and Technologies
https://youtu.be/uOeYQWGca_k

Emerging Professional
Dr. Souvik Mitra, Neonatologist, Division of Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine, IWK Health Centre
https://youtu.be/v0dtspOWoAU

Public Impact Award
Dr. Tim Webster, Climate Change Adaptation & Resilience, Nova Scotia Community College
https://youtu.be/X5SnQ20hCrQ

Hall of Fame
Dr. Noni MacDonald for her extensive work in vaccines, including safety, hesitancy, demand, pain mitigation, education and policy.
https://youtu.be/bAlXv0MWdUs

Youth Award
Silas Eastwood (Revolution Evolution: CubeSat Satellites) Citadel High School, Halifax, NS
https://youtu.be/1xJgJ6-tMWY

Professional of Distinction
Dr. Gail Tomblin Murphy, Vice President of Research, Innovation and Discovery and Chief Nurse Executive at Nova Scotia Health
https://youtu.be/K5yDEblmtRI

Science Champion
Dr. Lisa Barrett, Assistant Professor of the Division of Infectious Diseases at Dalhousie University
https://youtu.be/67-zZwN6Qes

Innovation
Maskwiomin, Cape Breton
https://youtu.be/8Hw2JjfCnyI

Emerging Professional
Dr. Rita Orji, Canada Research Chair and an Associate Professor at Dalhousie University
https://youtu.be/LDK7h6yle00

Hall of Fame
Dr. Sandra Barr for her authoritative work on the geological evolution of the northern Appalachian Mountain belt of Nova Scotia and New Brunswick.
https://youtu.be/ee_t7d_Dguk

Youth Award
Michelle Song (The Use of Yeast to Prevent Fungal Diseases in Horticultural Produce) Horton High School, Wolfville, NS
https://youtu.be/7xr8cXCudvE

Professional of Distinction
Dr. Linda Campbell, Professor and Senior Research Fellow in Environmental Science at Saint Mary’s University
https://youtu.be/KGWceHdI8sY

Science Champion
Chantelle Cormier, M.A., Senior Biology Lab Instructor, Cape Breton University, and Chair of Biology Department
https://youtu.be/dJs8wrTLeWU

Innovation
Mackenzie Healthcare Technologies, Musquodoboit Harbour
https://youtu.be/-SNr9eTa-Bs 

Emerging Professional
Dr. Mita Dasog, Assistant Professor, Department of Chemistry, Dalhousie
https://youtu.be/fQE1chNxjFA

Hall of Fame
Dr. Sultan Darvesh as a multidisciplinary clinician-scientist, Professor of Neurology and Medical Neuroscience at Dalhousie University, and Dalhousie Medical Research Foundation Irene MacDonald Sobey Chair in Curative Approaches to Alzheimer’s disease.
https://youtu.be/5HWSKWS_z4Y

Alexander Howard (A.H.) Mackay (post-humously) for his work as a distinguished educator, scientist, and humanist, serving as Nova Scotia’s superintendent of education for 36 years.
https://youtu.be/H3skjvPpuMg

Youth Award
Om Agarwal (DetectTimely, an open source, standardized, and comprehensive breast cancer analytics)
https://youtu.be/PHm8VXKffeI

Professional of Distinction
Dr. Graham Gagnon, Professor of Civil and Resource Engineering, Dalhousie University and NSERC / Halifax Water Industrial Research Chair, Centre for Water Resource Studies
https://youtu.be/FfS1aTGA9K8

Science Champion
Dr. Christine Chambers, Clinical psychologist, Killam Professor, Dalhousie University, and Canada Research Chair (Tier 1) in Children’s Pain
https://youtu.be/6agWSWWCXpY

Innovation
Novonix, Halifax
https://youtu.be/zyca26kec7E

Emerging Professional
Dr. Barret Kurylyk, Assistant Professor of Civil and Resource Engineering, Dalhousie
https://youtu.be/nkP10r59fe4

Hall of Fame
Dr. Gerhard Stroink acknowledged for his exceptional contributions to the Discovery Centre and the local science community, as well as the international impact of his research in physics and biomedical engineering.
https://youtu.be/KXS8CFWsAMc

Dr. William David (Dave) Jamieson (post-humously) for his influential career with the National Research Council and his exemplary 35 years of scientific service to the Canadian public.
https://youtu.be/f8KdBjpPb7A

Youth Award
Eli Wood (Stimulation of the Vagus Nerve Through Targeted Temperature Therapy 2.0) Yarmouth Consolidated Memorial High School, Yarmouth, NS
https://youtu.be/7CHFrifAc1s

Professional of Distinction
Dr. Patrick McGrath, Professor of Psychiatry, Pediatrics, Community Health and Epidemiology, Dalhousie University and Scientist, IWK Health Centre
https://youtu.be/I642cuKAyEM

Science Champion
Dr. Kevin Hewitt, Professor, Department of Physics and Atmospheric Science and Chair of Senate, Dalhousie University
https://youtu.be/JCcDl2utiWI

Innovation
DMF Medical Inc., Halifax
https://youtu.be/LeBEegumaV8

Emerging Professional
Dr. Erin Bertrand, Assistant Professor, Department of Biology, Dalhousie University
https://youtu.be/swCzFQIyC3E

Hall of Fame
Dr. Peter Allen, recognized for his contributions to the solar energy research and development community.
https://youtu.be/phYSVdZO3eE

Dr. William Howard Feindel, (post-humously) recognized for his outstanding contributions to neurosurgical research and development of medical diagnostic equipment.

Youth Award
Janani Venkat (Antibacterial Effects of Microemulsified Oils & Chitosan Nanoparticles) Bedford Academy, Bedford, NS
https://youtu.be/7jATjCfaIzo

Anisha Rajaselvan (The Answer to Cancer: Killing Breast Cancer Cells with Triptolide), Sacred Heart School of Halifax, NS
https://youtu.be/qR2JBKdTZbs

Professional of Distinction
Dr. Jason Clyburne, Professor of Chemistry, Dalhousie University, Canada Research Chair (Tier II) in Environmental Studies and Materials
https://youtu.be/ttMoGHecOe4

Science Champion
Dr. Matthew Lukeman, Chemistry Professor, Acadia University, Wolfville, NS
https://youtu.be/R2F2KwMvWpM

Innovation
Densitas Inc., Halifax
https://youtu.be/78mEP-LGwN8

Emerging Professional
Dr. Ghada Koleilat, Assistant Professor, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Dalhousie University, Halifax
https://youtu.be/NqZE78g4yNI

Hall of Fame
Dr. Jeff Dahn, Recognized as one of the pioneering developers of the lithium-ion battery that is now used worldwide in laptop computers and cell-phones
https://youtu.be/uzVMCqU-DO0

Henry Marshall Tory (post-humously) For his leadership in establishing world-renowned Universities and research labs across Canada
https://youtu.be/66WS5Aw8FOA

Youth Award
Sophie Fraser (Common Sensors: Impact Sensors for Helmets), King’s-Edgehill School, Annapolis Valley, Windsor
https://youtu.be/Ek0IKQQGYLY

Professional of Distinction
Dr. James Robar, Director, Dalhousie Medical Physics, Dalhousie University, Halifax
https://youtu.be/ZhtGllsSBZo

Science Champion
Dr. Boris Worm, Marine Research Ecologist and Associate Professor, Dalhousie University, Halifax
https://youtu.be/GSxztxPMlgw

Innovation
Natural Ocean Products, Halifax
https://youtu.be/x7EFaHsPwOE

Emerging Professional
Dr. Alec Falkenham, Candidate, Dalhousie University, Halifax
https://youtu.be/h1W5fuINXCU

Hall of Fame
Dr. Axel Becke, a physical chemist, is one of the most referenced researchers in the world (over 100,000 citations). He is credited with accurately modelling the motion of electrons in atoms, molecules, and solids.
https://youtu.be/0WWB9YNvBLA

George C. Baker, (post-humously), an early champion of tidal power and instrumental in the creation of the Fundy Environmental Science Committee which oversaw the first study of the Bay of Fundy.
https://youtu.be/0cIGx7BKNtU

Youth Award
Maria Duynisveld (Eggs-amining the Connection Between Foraging Behaviour and Egg Characteristics), Pugwash District High School, Pugwash
https://youtu.be/E5OW5v7GKa4

Rachel Brouwer (Can We Improve the Quality of Water in Developing and Third World Countries?), Bedford Academy, Bedford
https://youtu.be/wMESnTF7_yI

Professional of Distinction
Dr. Orlando Hung, MD, Professor, Dept of Anesthesia Surgery and Pharmacology, Dalhousie University, Halifax
https://youtu.be/V_-Y20tQFvE

Science Champion
Dr. Rob Thacker, Professor & Canada Research Chair in Computational Physics, Saint Mary’s University, Halifax
https://youtu.be/52IyLkOyK08

Innovation
Decell Technologies, Halifax
https://youtu.be/7Y1ag3HAEF0

Emerging Professional
Dr. Nick Nickerson, Chief Scientist, Eosense, Dartmouth
https://youtu.be/gPahAVp171Q

Hall of Fame
Dr. Leo Vining, (post-humously), recognized worldwide as one of the greatest chemical biologists in the field of natural production of antibiotics, member of Canadian Society of Microbiology, and Professor Emeritus of Dalhousie University.
https://youtu.be/olj5PrVs9uM

Dr. Charlotte Keen, internationally-renowned marine geophysicist and a research scientist at the Bedford Institute of Oceanography.
https://youtu.be/g0w3WRqhI5Y

Youth Award
Robert MacDonald (Tornado Outbreaks: Finding Mechanical and Thermodynamic Relationships), J.L. Ilsley High School, Halifax
https://youtu.be/hQ1zT1oPURI

Professional of Distinction
Dr. Sherry Stewart, Professor, Dept.’s of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience, Dalhousie University, Halifax
https://youtu.be/WHNw-UOLqCU

Science Champion
Dr. Jeff Hutchings, Professor of Biology, and Izaak Walton Killam Memorial Chair in Fish, Fisheries, and Oceans at Dalhousie University

Innovation
Carbon Cure Technologies Inc., Halifax

Emerging Professional
Dr. Robin Urquhart, Assistant Professor, Dept. of Surgery, Dalhousie University, Halifax

Hall of Fame
Dr. George Geoffrey Meyerhof, (post-humously), served as the Dean of Faculty of Engineering at the Nova Scotia Technical College (later TUNS, now Dalhousie), Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Engineering and the F.H. Sexton Award.
https://youtu.be/-jlaEPNyIdg

Dr. Thomas John (Jock) Murray, internationally known neurologist, founder and director of the Dalhousie Multiple Sclerosis Research Unit in Halifax.
https://youtu.be/pDHFGzYWco8

Youth Award
Harishitaa Prithiviraj (Divided We Fade, United We Cure!!!), Bible Hill Junior High School, Bible Hill
https://youtu.be/YX0XQ4X-l6A

Professional of Distinction
Noni MacDonald, MD, & Michael Graven, MD, Professors, Department of Pediatrics, Dalhousie University as well as in the IWK Health Centre, Halifax
https://youtu.be/wVrYVeMYm00

Science Champion
Richard Zurawski, M.A, part time lecturer at Mount Saint Vincent University, author, and meteorologist and radio personality, Halifax
https://youtu.be/4TJskzCvXl4

Innovation
SENSElab, Halifax
https://youtu.be/x1EMbjaA5kA

Emerging Professional
Dr. Christa Brosseau, Assistant Professor, Department of Chemistry, Saint Mary’s University, Halifax
https://youtu.be/Qo-VADxcgAg

Hall of Fame
Sir J. William Dawson (post-humously), helped put Joggins on the map and was the first Canadian-born scientist of international reputation.
https://youtu.be/3_KmOpVvZts

Dr. Roy Bishop, professor emeritus and Honorary Research Associate of Physics at Acadia University.
https://youtu.be/8jl1BJSPLMc

Youth Award
Ellen Song (Aroma Precursor Treatments), Horton High School, Wolfville
https://youtu.be/xHkmcrTVOdE

Professional of Distinction
Dr. Ron O’Dor, Professor of Biology, Dalhousie University, Halifax
https://youtu.be/ZBajJXOv2bc

Science Champion
Dr. John Young, Professor Emeritus, Department of Chemistry, Saint Mary’s University, Halifax
https://youtu.be/mivZTpGtYrI

Innovation
DeNovaMed, Halifax
https://youtu.be/1AnW2YM6J3I

Emerging Professional
Dr. Simon Sherry, Clinical Psychologist and Associate Professor, Department of Psychology, Dalhousie University, Halifax
https://youtu.be/g3Ziw8Hg030

Hall of Fame
Dr. Donald Hebb (post-humously), described as the father of neuropsychology, he was president of both the Canadian and American Psychological Associations and awarded eight honourary degrees.
https://youtu.be/CNnT-ikZICo

Dr. W. Ford Doolittle, is Professor Emeritus (Biochemistry and Molecular Biology), Dalhousie University.
https://youtu.be/X_pAZmMqsII

Youth Award
Brandon Fillmore (Lateral Balance System), Bible Hill Junior High
https://youtu.be/W3_AZ3eNzVs

Megan Smith and Charlotte Donaldson (Spinal Board), Hants East Rural High School
https://youtu.be/W3_AZ3eNzVs

Professional of Distinction
Dr. Kenneth Lee, Executive Director, Centre for Offshore Oil, Gas, and Energy Research, Halifax
https://youtu.be/nJx_-trx9mo

Science Champion
Dr. Daniel Silver, Dean, Department of Computer Science, Acadia University, Wolfville
https://youtu.be/D6JDaB5xWug

Innovation
Elekta Atlantic, Halifax
https://youtu.be/x8AxBfrNh0o

Emerging Professional
Dr. Jill Chorney, Centre for Pediatric Pain Research, IWK Health Centre & Dalhousie University, Halifax
https://youtu.be/K6Em-HvCuLg

Hall of Fame
Dr. Enid Johnson (post-humously), the first anesthetist to administer a muscle relaxant (curare) during surgery.
https://youtu.be/B9Plhj_2ax4

Dr. Arthur McDonald performing groundbreaking research in neutrinos, Queens University
https://youtu.be/M9y9QqnpBQU

Youth Award
Chantal Surette (L’Appareil Orque), l’Ecole Secondaire de Clare, Meteghan
https://youtu.be/m1k1x13u5cA

Professional of Distinction
Dr. Patrick Lee, Professor in the Departments of Pathology and Microbiology & Immunology, Dalhousie University, Halifax
https://youtu.be/YwWy7OXzfYw

Science Champion
Dr. Martha Jones, Chair of the Department of Biology, Cape Breton University, Sydney
https://youtu.be/wvqMOC_1SaE

Innovation
Resolution Optics, Halifax
https://youtu.be/hQxto1HvZJA

Emerging Professional
Dr. Christopher Barden, Chief Operating Officer, DeNovaMed, Halifax
https://youtu.be/0MwwHCo4wyY

Hall of Fame
Oswald Avery (post-humously), key scientist in molecular biology whose contributions include DNA and its role in genetics.

Dr. Brian Hall, Professor Emeritus (Biology), Dalhousie University
https://youtu.be/Y9U-Pke35IU

Youth Award
Todd Mercer (The Mow Pod), Cape Breton University & Riverview High School, Sydney
https://youtu.be/ou3gxBGonRc

Professional of Distinction
Dr. Susan Bryson, Professor of Pediatrics, Dalhousie University, and Chair of the IWK Autism Research Centre, Halifax
https://youtu.be/46Gx4fYvJ1Q

Science Champion
Dr. Truis Smith-Palmer, Chemist and Professor, Department of Chemistry,
St. Francis Xavier University, Antigonish
https://youtu.be/d12crNhfjWQ

Innovation
Origin BioMed, Halifax
https://youtu.be/M6U2WWV4Q2A

Emerging Professional
Dr. Marie-Claude Gregoire, MD, MSc, Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, Dalhousie University, and Staff Physician of the IWK Pediatric Palliative Care Service, Halifax
https://youtu.be/DswL4SayEJU

Hall of Fame
Donald Crowdis, served as the Nova Scotia Museum as Curator and Director, one of the first popular hosts of CBC The Nature of Things, a fellow of the Canadian Museum Association and the Royal Arts Society.
https://youtu.be/H50cinM0Nl4

Simon Newcomb (post-humously), graduate of Harvard, Professor of Mathematics and Astronomy, US Naval Observatory, Washington and the John Hopkins University, Washington.
https://youtu.be/aO_TvP_9I1o

Youth Award
Todd Mercer & Mike MacIsaac (The Amazing Alter Leg), Riverview High School, Sydney
https://youtu.be/_IrUo0tuDBo

Professional of Distinction
Dr. Jeffery Dahn, Professor of Physics and Chemistry, Dalhousie University, Halifax
https://youtu.be/QXMcQwNqC4c

Science Champion
Dr. Adam J. Sarty, Professor, Department of Physics, Saint Mary’s University, Halifax
https://youtu.be/ko8pyIViMX8

Innovation
Atlantic Fibre Technology, Halifax
https://youtu.be/71SdpZfrhHg

Emerging Professional
Dr. Ryan C.N. Darcy, Assistant Professor of Diagnostic Radiology and an Adjunct Professor at the Neuroscience Institute, Dalhousie University, Halifax
https://youtu.be/nGW_370dR70

Hall of Fame
Frederick Sexton (post-humously), CBE, Director of the Technical Education of Nova Scotia and Principal of the Nova Scotia Technical College, Halifax
https://youtu.be/PxzwWaY7P0I

Dr. Robert Ackman, O.C., retired, Canadian Institute of Fisheries Technology and Dalhousie University, Halifax
https://youtu.be/C9yaZxzG24Q

Dr. Ransom Myers (post-humously), Professor of Mathematics and Biology, Dalhousie University, Halifax 

Youth Award
Oliver Hatheway and Darren Rodenhizer, (The Economizer Engine), Park View Education Centre, Halifax
https://youtu.be/0Sqz2m3Ognw

Professional of Distinction
Dr. Micheal Quilliam, Principal Research Officer, NRC Institute for Marine Biosciences, Halifax
https://youtu.be/Gbx3umDVxKo

Science Champion
David J. Lane, Astronomy Technician and High Performance Computing System
Administrator, Saint Mary’s University, Halifax
https://youtu.be/K62AvP1TkYU

Innovation
ImmunoVaccine Technologies, Halifax
https://youtu.be/p5WZixnxU5E

Emerging Professional
Dr. Christine Chambers, Associate Professor of Pediatrics and Psychology, Dalhousie Universit and the Dept. of Pediatrics at the IWK Health Centre, Halifax
https://youtu.be/Z5XPtdcaPN0

Hall of Fame
Dr. Nancy Lane, D.Phi., Sc.D., LLD (Hon), D.Sc.(Hon),F.I.Biol.,OBE, Cell Biologist and Senior Research Associate, Zoology Department of Cambridge University, England
https://youtu.be/NY3W7WyV3t4

Alexander Graham Bell (post-humously), PhD (Hon), Legion of Honour, Baddeck, NS.
https://youtu.be/DzcaIe_yT9k

Youth Award
Abeer Hasan, (The Biodegradable Cup), Bedford South School, Halifax
https://youtu.be/cd0FfZga4LM

Professional of Distinction
Dr. Donald Weaver, MD., Ph.D., FRCPC, Canada Research Chair, Professor of Medicine and Chemistry, School of Biomedical Engineering, Dalhousie University, Halifax
https://youtu.be/CxRVGcVXvVk

Science Champion
Dr. Gerhard Stroink, Ph.D., Professor of Physics, Dalhousie University, Halifax
https://youtu.be/o6Rj-TU639Q

Innovation
Enerscan Engineering, Halifax
https://youtu.be/RJG_zbQg0rs

Emerging Professional
Dr. David Risk, Ph.D., Professor, Environmental Sciences Research Centre, St. Francis Xavier University, Antigonish
https://youtu.be/vQFkUlwRxFU

Hall of Fame
Dr. Erwin Zodrow, Professor Emeritus, Dept. of Geology, Cape Breton University, Sydney
https://youtu.be/xyWfSOu7t9A

Dr. Charles Huggins (post-humously), Nobel Prize Winner, Chancellor Acadia University, Wolfville
https://youtu.be/NaSxFdTIAco

Professional of Distinction
Dr. Jock Murray, O.C., M.D., Dean of Dalhousie Medical School, Director of Dalhousie Multiple Sclerosis Research Unit, Chief of Medicine at Camp Hill Hospital, Head of the Neurology at Camp Hill Hospital and Royal College Program Director, Halifax
https://youtu.be/Nkyoo0at7v0

Science Champion
Dr. Robert Fournier, Professor, Oceanography, Dalhousie, Guest Scientist on CBC Information Morning, Halifax
https://youtu.be/6cL69Y46TA4

Innovation
Advanced Glazings, Sydney
https://youtu.be/8_FQd5RCSpg

Emerging Professional
Dr. Jason Gu, Ph.D., Faculty of Computer Science, Dalhousie University, Halifax
https://youtu.be/e-LhvZoK_pQ

Hall of Fame
Willard Boyle, Nobel Prize winner, Physicist, retired Executive Director of Research, Communications Sciences Division, Bell Labs and co-inventor of the Charge Coupled Device, Halifax
https://youtu.be/lCYv6Qd9-YY

Abraham Gesner (post-humously), physician, geologist, chemist, inventor, professor & author

Dr. Mary Anne White, Killam Professor, Materials Science and Chemistry and Physics, Dalhousie University, Halifax
https://youtu.be/SP_iB7sV3LI

Professional of Distinction
Dr. Ivar Mendez, Professor of Surgery (Division of Neurosurgery, Dalhousie), Chair of the Brain Repair Centre, Director of Research of the Dept. of Surgery, Director of the Neural Transplantation Laboratory, Halifax
https://youtu.be/5ibBGJ7Sh7c

Science Champion
Dr. Richard Wassersug, Professor in the Dept. of Anatomy and Neurobiology, Dalhousie University, Halifax
https://youtu.be/48GvGGsIPeM

Innovation
MedMira Laboratories Inc., Halifax
https://youtu.be/Yk5KWy68p0M

Emerging Professional
Nicole Collison, Defence Scientist, Defence R&D Canada-Atlantic, Halifax
https://youtu.be/1epZeqgU_WY

Dr. Richard Goldbloom, O.C., M.D., C.M., F.R.C.P.C, Professor of Pediatrics (Emeritus), Dalhousie University & the IWK Health centre
https://youtu.be/h0ZpqK9KuRw

Dr. Kelvin Ogilvie, C.M., PhD., D.Sc., F.C.I.C., Past President & Vice Chancellor, Acadia University
https://youtu.be/RyGpC-_ZVSY

Elinor Nicoll, MEd., retired teacher, Halifax Regional School Board
https://youtu.be/f-UeS5tMMjc

Professional of Distinction
Dr. W. Ford Doolittle, Ph.D., Professor, Dept. of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Dalhousie University, Halifax
https://youtu.be/EpSvSxtVAwk

Science Champion
Dr. Graham Daborn, Professor of Biology and Director of Acadia Centre for Estuarine Research, Acadia University, Wolfville.
https://youtu.be/DmbWAeCMDMM

Emerging Professional
Doug MacLaren, PhD Student, Dept. of Chemistry, Dalhousie University, Halifax
https://youtu.be/tqTOrDxa-YM