BIO awards two biotech leaders for contributions to agriculture

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Publication: Bio.News

The Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO) has honored Dr. Pam Marrone and Dr. Hank Harris for their outstanding contributions to agriculture and biotechnology. Dr. Marrone, Co-founder & Executive Chair of Invasive Species Corp., received the Rosalind Franklin Award for Leadership in Industrial Biotechnology and Agriculture. A pioneer in biological pest management, she has led multiple biotech companies and holds hundreds of patents. Her work focuses on biobased solutions for invasive species, biodiversity protection, and climate resilience.

Dr. Harris, Emeritus Professor at Iowa State University, was awarded the George Washington Carver Award for Leadership in Agriculture and Environmental Biotechnology. As the founder of multiple animal vaccine companies, his innovations advance livestock health and sustainable biotechnologies.

BIO CEO Rachel King praised their leadership in food security, climate change, and sustainability, emphasizing their ongoing impact in advancing biotechnology to create a safer, healthier, and more sustainable world.