Janko Nikolich-Žugich, MD PhD is the 2021 Arizona Bioscience Researcher of the Year

“Dr.  Janko Nikolich-Žugich uses his skills and talents to advance the fields of aging and immunology and helped reduce the devastating effects of COVID-19 while building a body of scientific knowledge that can be used in other pandemics as they arise,” stated Joan Koerber-Walker, president & CEO of AZBio.  “For his groundbreaking work and deep commitment to finding answers to some of our most challenging scientific questions, he has been named the 2021 Arizona Bioscience Researcher of the Year.”Continue reading

Mark A. Slater, PhD is the 2021 Arizona Bioscience Leader of the Year

“Great leaders pursue a vision, bring people together to make that vison a reality, and inspire and help others to realize their visions too,” stated AZBio president & CEO Joan Koerber-Walker. “Dr. Mark Slater exemplifies what it means to be a great leader. He has made and continues to make a significant impact on Arizona’s bioscience and healthcare community.”Continue reading

BioLab Sciences is the 2021 Arizona Bioscience Company of the Year

“The team at BioLab Sciences has come together around a shared vision to promote healing and improve the quality of life for people who suffer from all kinds of wounds,” stated AZBio President & CEO Joan Koerber-Walker. “This commitment and the significant progress they are making to towards their goals is why BioLab Sciences is the 2021 Arizona Bioscience Company of the Year.”Continue reading