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Four University Researchers to Receive Prestigious Polanyi Prize
TORONTO, Nov. 23 /CNW/ - The provincial government is promoting research
excellence by recognizing four dedicated university researchers as the 2004
recipients of the John Charles Polanyi Prize, Minister of Training, Colleges
and Universities Mary Anne Chambers announced today.
Established in 1986, the Polanyi Prize recognizes the achievement of Dr.
John Charles Polanyi, of the University of Toronto, who received the 1986
Nobel Prize in Chemistry for his work in reaction dynamics.
"In celebrating the research excellence of one of Canada's most
distinguished scientists, we are also recognizing the ongoing achievements of
our talented young researchers who are helping to establish Ontario's
reputation as a centre of university research excellence," said Chambers.
"Investing in research today not only encourages the best and brightest to
stay here in Ontario, it contributes directly to a stronger Ontario - one
prepared for success in the knowledge-based economy."
Each year, the $15,000 Polanyi Prizes can be awarded in the fields of
Chemistry, Literature, Physics, Physiology or Medicine, and Economics to
scholars and researchers planning to continue post-doctoral studies at an
Ontario university.
Polanyi Prize recipients for 2004 are:
Dr. Chérif Matta, McMaster University, for Chemistry
Dr. Natalie Kazumi Goto, University of Ottawa, for Chemistry
Dr. Andrea Most, University of Toronto, for Literature
Dr. Anthony Orlando Gramolini, University of Toronto, for
Physiology/Medicine
The recipients will be honoured on November 30, 2004, from 11:30 a.m. to
1:30 p.m., at a reception at Massey College, 4 Devonshire Place, Toronto, in
the presence of the Honourable James Bartleman, Lieutenant Governor of
Ontario.
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2004 POLANYI PRIZES
Established in 1986, the Polanyi Prizes are awarded in recognition of the
achievement of Dr. John Charles Polanyi, of the University of Toronto, who won
the 1986 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for his work in reaction dynamics. Each year
the $15,000 Polanyi Prizes are awarded to scholars and researchers planning to
continue post-doctoral studies at an Ontario university. Polanyi Prizes can be
awarded in the fields of Chemistry, Literature, Physics, Physiology or
Medicine, and Economic Science. The Polanyi Prize recipients for 2004 are:
Dr. Chérif Matta, McMaster University, for Chemistry
Dr. Matta has carried out pioneering research in theoretical chemistry.
This research has already had a strong impact in several fields, ranging from
medicinal chemistry to surface science, and is expected to impact the health
sciences through studies of the effects of radiation on the function of bio-
molecules.
Dr. Natalie Kazumi Goto, University of Ottawa, for Chemistry
Dr. Goto has devised significant new methods for studying the molecular
structures of large proteins using nuclear-magnetic-resonance. This will allow
researchers to understand more clearly the functions of these important
building blocks of life.
Dr. Andrea Most, University of Toronto, for Literature
Dr. Most's perspective on Jewish identity and the American culture has
changed the landscape of American theatre studies. Her proposed new research
involves the creation of a major interactive video archive of stories of North
American everyday life.
Dr. Anthony Orlando Gramolini, University of Toronto, for
Physiology/Medicine
Dr. Gramolini has made significant contributions to our understanding of
the molecular deficiencies that contribute to muscle diseases such as muscular
dystrophy and heart disease. He is now studying how calcium defects in heart
muscle can lead to cardiac hypertrophy.
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For further information: Rob Thompson, Minister's Office, (416) 326-1609; Wilma Davis, Communications Branch, (416) 325-6730; Public Inquiries: (416) 325-2929 or 1-800-387-5514, TTY: 1-800-263-2892
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