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BCIC Ripples of Hope Award in Biotechnology & Entrepreneurship
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Mahmoud PouladiCentre for Molecular Medicine and Therapeutics, UBC The recipient of this award is a driven scientist with a keen mind. He is a bright PhD student at CMMT with a strong record of productivity; as a young scientist he has already published 12 peer-reviewed papers. His ability to recognize the commercial potential in scientific research led to the submission of a patent application for an HD biomarker test. The goal of the project from which this commercial application arose was to examine the underpinnings of body weight changes in HD. His recognition of the potential commercial application is a testament to his acute sense for entrepreneurship. He has been a strong promoter of science within the community. He appeared on the Jenn and Joe show on CFUN 1410 AM to promote the "Hike 4 Huntington's" and leads tours through his research lab. Previously as Editor-in-Chief of UBC's Graduate magazine, he carried his message to over 5,000 monthly readers. |
About the BCIC Ripples of Hope Award
This award is a partnership with Dr. Michael Hayden, Director of the Centre for Molecular Medicine and Therapeutic. The award provides an internship opportunity to a trainee, supporting them in developing their career in entrepreneurship and commercialization in a biotechnology company in British Columbia.