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Gairdner’s vision to recognize major research contributions to the treatment of disease and alleviation of human suffering. Through annual prestigious Canada Gairdner Awards, the Gairdner Foundation celebrates the world’s most creative and accomplished researchers whose work is improving the health and well-being of people around the world. Learn more 419 Since 1957, The Gairdner Foundation has distributed 418 awards for outstanding scientific research. 40 The number of countries that Gairdner awardees come from. 98 The number of Gairdner awardees who have gone on to win the prestigious Nobel Prize. Our Awards The Canada Gairdner Awards celebrate the world’s best biomedical and global health researchers through annual prestigious awards. Since 1957, 418 awards have been bestowed on laureates from over 40 countries, and of those awardees, 98 have gone on to receive Nobel Prizes. Canada Gairdner International Award Five awarded annually. Awarded to outstanding biomedical scientists who have made original contributions resulting in an increased understanding of human biology and disease. Read more John Dirks Canada Gairdner Global Health Award One awarded annually. Awarded for scientifically based research that has improved the health and well-being of those facing health inequities worldwide. Read more Canada Gairdner Momentum Award Two awarded annually. Awarded to mid-career researchers working in Canada who in their last six active years have produced exceptional scientific research contributions with continued potential for impact on human health. Read more About our awards Featured Announcements Press Release Apr 16, 2024 Government of Canada Invests in The Gairdner Awards Press Release Apr 12, 2024 2024 Canada Gairdner Award Winners Announced What’s New Nov 14, 2023 2023 Canada Gairdner Awards Gala View more Insights Our Events Gairdner convenes the world’s most influential and innovative scientific leaders for events that inform the public, inspire generations and showcase the importance of scientific advancements to the fabric of our global society. Upcoming October 23, 2024 - October 27, 2024 Gairdner Science Week 2024 Science Week Public Lecture Join us as we convene Gairdner laureates and global health leaders for a week of symposia, mentoring sessions, panels and a Gala celebration to celebrate scientific research that impacts the health an... Multi day event Upcoming June 04, 2024 The Future of mRNA Therapeutics | GAIRDNER GLOBAL PERSPECTIVES PANEL Panel Online Event The Future of mRNA Therapeutics mRNA became an everyday topic with the development of the COVID-19 mRNA vaccines, but where are we are we going now? In a session lead by Gairdner Early Career Inv... Upcoming May 21, 2024 PRECISION CANCER CARE & OMICS | GAIRDNER GLOBAL PERSPECTIVES PANEL Online Event Panel PRECISION CANCER CARE & OMICSJoin us for the first Gairdner Global Perspectives Panel of 2024: Precision Cancer Care & Omics!Happening May 21st, 2024, at 12 PM, this free online event brings t... Past April 12, 2024 - April 15, 2024 The International Congress on Academic Medicine (ICAM) Online Event Public Lecture The International Congress on Academic Medicine (ICAM) is a prestigious gathering of medical professionals, researchers, educators, and students from around the globe. Taking place from April 12th to ... Past April 11, 2024 2024 Canada Gairdner Awards Announcement Online Event Join us online on April 11th, 2024, from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. ET, as we unveil the 2024 Canada Gairdner Awards winners and celebrate their groundbreaking research achievements!Engage in a live Q&A ... Past October 23, 2023 - October 27, 2023 Gairdner Science Week 2023 Science Week Public Lecture Join us as we convene Gairdner laureates and global health leaders for a week of symposia, mentoring sessions, panels and a Gala celebration to celebrate scientific research that impacts the health an... Multi day event Past October 03, 2023 Mindsets: A Deep Dive Into the Brain Public Lecture The brain is the most complex and powerful organ in the human body. In fact, the brain produces about 25 Watts of energy, enough to power a light bulb. Understanding our brain and keeping it active an... Past September 24, 2023 - September 28, 2023 RiboClub 24th Annual Meeting Québec Programming Symposium The RiboClub Annual Meeting aims at encouraging the exchange of ideas and stimulates collaborations between RNA biologists around the world. The meeting covers different topics related to the chemistr... See All Our Events Connect with us Follow us on Twitter Follow us on Instagram Like us on Facebook Join us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Subscribe to our Newsletter Join thousands of subscribers to receive our free monthly newsletter offering up-to-date information about the Canada Gairdner Awards and our international events and programs. Subscribe Ways to support Gairdner The Gairdner Foundation is on a mission to showcase the value of scientific achievement and inspire generations to be engaged citizens and be future leaders in science. We hope you will join us. There are many ways to get involved with the Gairdner Foundation whether it’s through events like our annual Canada Gairdner Awards Gala in October, or research symposia and student outreach programming throughout the year. Our team would appreciate the opportunity to connect with you and discuss the partnership opportunities that align with your organization. Donate Online Partner With Us Follow us on Twitter Follow us on Instagram Like us on Facebook Join us on LinkedIn Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Subscribe Contact WHO WE ARE Our Mission Our History Our Team Our Sponsors Our Annual Reports AWARDS About The Gairdner Awards Submit a Nomination Winners Events Support Gairdner Conflict of Interest Policy INSIGHTS PRIVACY POLICY MaRS Centre, Heritage Building 101 College Street, Suite 335 Toronto, Ontario M5G 1L7 E. thegairdner@gairdner.org T....