Florey Medal

Florey Medal is an esteemed award given in the field of medical research and biomedical science. Named after the eminent Australian scientist and Nobel laureate, Howard Florey, the medal is awarded annually by the Australian Society for Medical Research (ASMR).

History

The Florey Medal was established in 1998 by the ASMR to honor the significant contributions of Howard Florey to the field of medical research. Florey, along with his colleagues, was instrumental in the development of penicillin, a groundbreaking discovery that revolutionized the field of medicine.

Criteria

The Florey Medal is awarded to an Australian biomedical researcher who has made significant contributions to the field. The recipient's work should have had a substantial impact on the health and well-being of people, and should have advanced the understanding of a particular disease or condition.

Notable Recipients

Over the years, the Florey Medal has been awarded to several distinguished researchers. Some notable recipients include:

• Elizabeth Blackburn, a molecular biologist who was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 2009.
• Peter Doherty, a veterinary surgeon and researcher who was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1996.
• Ian Frazer, an immunologist who developed the HPV vaccine.

See Also

• List of medical awards
• Howard Florey
• Australian Society for Medical Research

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