Prince Mahidol Award
Prince Mahidol Award
The Prince Mahidol Award is an international honor established in 1992 by the Royal Family of Thailand. It is named after Prince Mahidol Adulyadej, the father of King Bhumibol Adulyadej of Thailand and is considered one of the most prestigious awards in the field of medicine and public health.
Pronunciation
Prince Mahidol Award: /prɪns mɑːˈhiːdɒl əˈwɔːrd/
Etymology
The award is named after Prince Mahidol Adulyadej, who is recognized as the father of modern medicine and public health in Thailand. The word "Mahidol" is of Sanskrit origin, with "Maha" meaning "great" and "idol" meaning "splendor".
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Description
The Prince Mahidol Award is given annually to individuals or organizations who have made outstanding contributions to the advancement of the world's medical and public health services. The award is divided into two categories: Medicine and Public Health. The Medicine category recognizes outstanding performance and/or research in the field of medicine, while the Public Health category is given for exceptional contributions to the field of public health.
The award includes a medal, a certificate, and a cash prize. The laureates are selected by the Prince Mahidol Award Committee, which is composed of world-renowned medical and public health experts.
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