Albany Medical Center Prize
Albany Medical Center Prize
The Albany Medical Center Prize (pronunciation: /ˈɔːlbəni ˈmɛdɪkəl ˈsɛntər praɪz/) is a prestigious award given annually by the Albany Medical Center. The prize was established in 2000 and is one of the largest prizes in medicine and biomedical research in the United States.
Etymology
The name of the prize comes from the Albany Medical Center, which is located in Albany, New York. The word "Albany" is derived from the Scottish Duke of Albany, whose title comes from the Gaelic name for Scotland, Alba. The term "Medical Center" refers to a centralized complex that houses medical facilities, while "Prize" refers to an award given for achievement in a particular field.
Overview
The Albany Medical Center Prize is awarded to any physician or scientist, or group, who has made significant contributions to the medical field, particularly in the area of biomedical research. The prize is intended to encourage more research and development in medicine and to recognize those who have already made significant strides in this field.
Related Terms
- Biomedical Research: The application of the natural sciences, especially the biological and physiological sciences, to clinical medicine.
- Medicine: The science and practice of the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease.
- Award: Something given to a person or a group of people to recognize their excellence in a certain field.
- Physician: A professional who practices medicine, which is concerned with promoting, maintaining, or restoring health through the study, diagnosis, prognosis and treatment of disease, injury, and other physical and mental impairments.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Albany Medical Center Prize
- Wikipedia's article - Albany Medical Center Prize
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