The Catholic University of Korea Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital
Field of Award
Life Sciences (Academic Areas)
Achievement
For the past 30 years, the center has been researching hematopoietic stem cell transplantation and successfully treating patients with incurable blood diseases. In addition, many patients can receive treatment nationwide by transferring the already-developed technology to institutions nationwide. Persuading the government and related ministries to provide insurance benefits has made significant contributions to the development of society and public interest.
Darwin J. Prockop
Tulane Univ. Medical Center
Field of Award
Life Sciences (Academic Areas)
Achievement
He has been consistently conducting basic research on gene therapy and therapeutic applications of mesenchymal cells. He has published hundreds of relevant research papers in world-renowned journals such as Nature and Science.
David Alton
U.K. Parliament Member
Field of Award
Activities
Achievement
He is active in most areas of pro-life activism today, including opposition to embryo research, anti-abortion activism, and writing and publishing human rights reports on countries with poor human rights, including North Korea and conflict zones around the world. In addition, he has written numerous articles on euthanasia, forced abortion in China, human rights in Myanmar, and human cloning.
