Tag: World Food Prize Foundation

World Food Prize Foundation Names Agricultural Innovator Mark Gee to Council of Advisors

Stuart Mitchell

The World Food Prize Foundation announced today the appointment of Mark Gee, genomic prediction and phenotyping engineer at Beck’s Hybrids, to the Foundation’s Council of Advisors, filling one of two seats reserved for early-career professionals.   “Dr. Norman Borlaug, founder of the World Food Prize, changed my life at 10 years old when he challenged me to make a difference,” said Gee. “As I continue my career, I’m honored to be part of an organization that recognizes the champions of global food security and empowers young people to tackle the challenge…

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World Food Prize Foundation Empowers Three Emerging Student Leaders Through Spring Internship Program

Stuart Mitchell

The World Food Prize Foundation has welcomed three new interns for the spring semester. Each academic term, the Foundation selects a cohort of high-achieving students for its Internship Program, designed to cultivate emerging leaders across communications, research, event production and archival management while providing hands-on experience across the organization’s core functions. “We are dedicated to fostering an environment where interns feel supported, challenged and inspired to advance their professional development,” said Mashal Husain, President, World Food Prize Foundation. “This internship offers meaningful insight into the Foundation’s mission and strategic objectives,…

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Celebrating Science In Action: Nominations Now Open for $10,000 Borlaug Field Award

Stuart Mitchell

The World Food Prize Foundation announced today that nominations are now open for the Dr. Norman E. Borlaug Award for Field Research and Application, Endowed by The Rockefeller Foundation. The $10,000 award honors an individual under age 40 for exceptional, science-driven achievement in international agriculture and food production. Recipients reflect the intellectual courage, persistence and determination demonstrated by Dr. Borlaug early in his career as a young scientist in Mexico working to combat global hunger and poverty. “This award celebrates not only exceptional achievements, but also the bold spirit of…

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Iowa State University’s Incoming President David Cook Brings Research and Innovation Expertise to World Food Prize Foundation Board of Directors

Stuart Mitchell

The World Food Prize Foundation announced recently the appointment of David Cook, president-designate of Iowa State University, to the Foundation Board of Directors. “President-designate Cook brings a strong record of leadership at a land-grant institution and a deep understanding of the role research universities play in advancing innovation, economic development and global food security,” said Paul Schickler, Chair, World Food Prize Foundation, Board of Directors. “His experience strengthening academic excellence, expanding research capacity and building strategic partnerships will be a tremendous asset to the Foundation. As we continue to uphold…

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Engineering and Agribusiness Leader Charles Sukup Joins World Food Prize Foundation Board of Directors

Stuart Mitchell

The World Food Prize Foundation is pleased to announce the appointment of Charles Sukup, former president and CEO and current board co-chair of Sukup Manufacturing Co., to the Foundation’s Board of Directors.  “We are honored to welcome Charles Sukup to our Board of Directors,” said Paul Schickler, Board Chair, World Food Prize Foundation. “Charles brings a lifetime of leadership in agricultural innovation, global perspective and a steadfast commitment to advancing food security. His deep expertise in engineering, family-business leadership and global market development will be invaluable as we work to…

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