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Less than one week until applications close for the Value of Medicines Award 2018. The national award recognises translational, fundamental, or clinical research into existing emerging medicines or vaccines. It is open to researchers, professors, clinicians, students and academics who have published research in the last 24 months.
Key details of this year’s award are:
· The application process has been simplified so it is quick and straightforward.
· The 2018 winner will receive a $20,000 grant to further their research.
· The winning research will be recognised at an award ceremony attended by key individuals in the health and research sector.
Please submit your application now before applications close midnight Sunday 30 September 2018.
Download the full criteria and apply online at:
http://medicinesnz.co.nz/our-work/value-of-medicines-award/
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