A Western University assistant professor is receiving a top honour from the province.
Dr. Matthew Teeter is one of five leading researchers from Ontario universities being awarded the Polanyi Prize.
The award is given annually to five researchers who are in the early stages of their careers and are pursuing post-doctoral research at a university within the province.
This year's Polanyi Prize winners are all working on new ways to monitor treatment for those with cancer and other serious diseases, creating innovative solar and lighting technologies, and informing violence prevention efforts.
Dr. Teeter's research includes musculoskeletal imaging, orthopaedic implants, and 3D printing.
“Recipients of the Polanyi Prize truly represent the best researchers our universities have to offer and this year’s group is no exception," says Reza Moridi, minister of training, colleges and universities and minister of research and innovation. "These individuals are strengthening our province’s reputation as a centre for excellence and innovation, while changing the way we approach key issues that directly impact Ontarians.”
Other recipients of this year's award include Dr. Riccardo Comin from the University of Toronto, Dr. Adam Shuhendler, Dr. Benoit Lessard, and Dr. Kelly Babchishin, all from the University of Ottawa.
