During the Atlanta, USA International Biometric Conference in December 2024, our latest group of major award winners was announced. Thanks to those who honored the winners with their presence during the ceremony!
The Rob Kempton Award for Outstanding Contributions to the Development of Biometry in the Developing World was awarded to Girma Taye Aweke, of the Ethiopian Region, for his exceptional leadership and groundbreaking contributions to biometrics in Africa, inspiring future generations.
Three of our members were recognized as new Honorary Life Members: Louise Ryan (Australasian Region), for fostering lasting connections between the Regions and the Society, and for promoting the advancement of women and future generations, Maria Grazia Valsecchi (Italian Region), for exceptional contributions to research in the field of medical statistics and her tireless dedication to advancing biostatistical research, and Geert Verbeke (Belgian Region), for scientific, educational, editorial, and administrative leadership to the biostatistics profession and to the International Biometric Society.
Congratulations to all! And thanks to our Honorary Life members for their many years of involvement in the Society's affairs. As a thank you for their service, these members will have their membership fees waived starting in 2025.
We look forward to seeing our members in Seoul, Korea in mid-July 2026 as we honor new award winners and many more members of our global committee.