The Department of Biostatistics at the Harvard School of Public Health has named Dr. John Simes, Professor and Director, NHMRC Clinical Trials Centre, The University of Sydney, recipient of the 2009 Distinguished Alum Award. Dr. Simes will deliver a lecture on May 27, 2009 at Harvard University. The lecture title is "A Career in Clinical Trials Research: From Beginnings at Harvard". The lecture will be held in Kresge G2 at 4:00 PM.

The Distinguished Alum Award recognizes an individual in government, industry, or academia, who by virtue of applications to support of research, methodology and theory, significant organizational responsibility, and teaching has impacted the theory and practice of statistical science. The overall career of the individual is considered with an emphasis on how the nominee has used their experience to bring out the best in life with research and academics. The award recipient will be invited to deliver a lecture on their career and life beyond the Department at the Harvard School of Public Health, for the primary benefit of our students. The recipient will also be presented with a plaque.

Nominations

Nominations for next year's award should be sent to the address below:

Nominations should include a letter describing the contributions of the candidate, specifically highlighting the criteria for the award, and a curriculum vita. Supporting letters and materials would be extremely helpful to the committee.

All nominations must be received by January 31, 2010.