Bert Leufkens honoured with the Distinguished Science Award
For innovative research with a global impact
In recognition of his exceptional contribution to the development of the pharmaceutical sciences, Utrecht 木瓜福利影视 Prof. Bert Leufkens has been presented with the Distinguished Science Award by the International Pharmaceutical Federation. Leufkens received the award for his innovative scientific research at the junction of innovation, pharmaceutical policy, and regulation.
鈥淭hrough his research, he has had a global impact on the quality of medication use and patient interests鈥, according to Chairperson of the FIP Board of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Prof. Tatsuro Irimura. Leufkens was presented with the award during the annual conference of the FIP, which was held this year in Glasgow.
Molecular foundation crucial
As a scientist, Leufkens has always focused on the social context of innovation, regulation, and the proper use of medications. 鈥淧harmaceutical science = molecules + context鈥, he explains, 鈥.... the molecular foundation is crucial for innovative insights into disease and therapy, and whether or not the patient actually benefits depends on building ties to society and health care systems.鈥