Dr. Javier Romero Otero has been appointed as a member of the Board of Trustees of the International Medical Sciences Award Doctor Juan Abarca (Abarca Prize).
The Abarca Prize is an annual award granted by the HM Hospitales Research Foundation to recognize the work of an internationally renowned scientist who has achieved a biomedical breakthrough of global significance.
This prize aims to recognize and highlight the impact of medical-scientific advances and innovations in society, with the objective of contributing to the progress of health and the well-being of people.
Its board of trustees is composed of individuals of recognized prestige in the fields of medicine, science, research, and management, who bring their experience and knowledge to ensure the success of the award and contribute to the achievement of its objectives.
Among the main functions of the board of trustees, Dr. Romero will contribute to the definition of the strategic lines that will guide the management of the award, ensuring that the established objectives are met and that the highest standards of quality are maintained; the selection of the jury that will evaluate the nominations and choose the winner.
The winner is selected by an international jury of experts based on their scientific merits and the impact of their research. The award includes a prize of 100,000 euros and a certificate.
Being a member of the Board of Trustees of the Abarca Prize is a unique opportunity to contribute to the development of biomedical research and the recognition of scientific excellence. As Dr. Romero Otero states, “It is an honor and a responsibility that requires dedication and commitment but also offers the satisfaction of participating in a project of great social and scientific impact.”
