The DDG’s highest honor, the Paul Langerhans Medal, was awarded to DZD spokesperson Prof. Dr. Dr. Michele Solimena. The director of the Paul Langerhans Institute in Dresden received the award for his longstanding international commitment and his groundbreaking scientific achievements.
Further awards for DZD researchers
Friedrich Arnold Gries Prize: Prof. Dr. Stephan Herzig
With the Friedrich Arnold Gries Prize, the DDG honors active medical and natural science researchers for outstanding, important, and therapeutically significant work in the field of microvascular and macrovascular complications and common comorbidities of diabetes.
Ernst-Friedrich-Pfeiffer Prize: Dr. Oana Patricia Zaharia
The Ernst-Friedrich-Pfeiffer Prize recognizes outstanding scientific work in clinical-experimental diabetes research. Dr. Oana Patricia Zaharia receives the award for her excellent scientific achievements and her significant contribution to the understanding of metabolic diseases.
Werner Creutzfeldt Prize: Prof. Dr. med. Martin Heni
The Werner Creutzfeldt Prize recognizes outstanding achievements in translational and clinical diabetes research. Prof. Martin Heni, MD, is being honored for his significant contributions to research on the pathophysiology and treatment of diabetes.
Young Investigator Award: Dr. med. Ruth Hanssen
The Young Investigator Award recognizes excellent scientific work by young researchers. Dr. Ruth Hanssen is being honored for her innovative research and her exceptional potential as a young scientist.
Hans-Christian-Hagedorn Project Funding: Dr. med. Alba Sulaj
The Hans-Christian-Hagedorn Project Funding supports pioneering research projects in the field of diabetes research.
Silvia King Prize: Dr. Arvid Sandforth
The Silvia King Prize recognizes scientific work in the field of clinical diabetology and is intended in particular to support young researchers in German-speaking countries.
DDG Doctoral Prize: Dr. Tim Mori and Dr. Jasmin Gaugel
