HKUST president Nancy Ip wins Unesco prize for Alzheimer’s research
Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) president Nancy Ip Yuk-yu has been awarded a United Nations prize for her “outstanding contributions” in neuroscience, which have enabled the earlier diagnosis and better monitoring of Alzheimer’s disease. Ip was presented with the Unesco-Equatorial Guinea International Prize for Research in the Life Sciences on Friday in Paris. “Dr Nancy…
The president of Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, Nancy Ip Yuk-yu, has been honored with the Unesco-Equatorial Guinea International Prize for Research in the Life Sciences. This prestigious award recognizes her exceptional contributions to neuroscience, particularly in the early diagnosis and monitoring of Alzheimer’s disease.
Ip's groundbreaking research has led to the discovery of new biomarkers, identified genetic risk factors, and developed blood tests for early detection and better management of Alzheimer’s disease. Furthermore, she has made significant strides in gene therapy for neurodegenerative diseases. Ip expressed her belief in the importance of interdisciplinary cooperation to achieve breakthroughs in medicine, especially for conditions like Alzheimer’s.
This award, established in 2008 by Unesco and funded by the Republic of Equatorial Guinea, aims to recognize individuals and institutions that have made outstanding contributions to improving human life through life sciences research and promoting UN Sustainable Development Goals.
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