BMCS Hall of Fame and Medal
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Status | Closed |
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Nominee eligibility | Anyone |
Career stage | Established career |
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Winners
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2020
David Rees PhD
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2019
Sir Simon Campbell
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2018
Professor C Robin Ganellin
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About this prize
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