Alison Goodall award winner announced

The Platelet Society is delighted to announce that Dr Julia Rayes from the University of Birmingham has been awarded the Alison Goodall Early Career Award for 2022.

The Alison Goodall Award recognises scientists at earlier stages of their careers. Alison is a Professor of Thrombosis and Haemostasis at the University of Leicester, who has worked for many years on the study of platelet biology in health and disease. Alison is an enthusiastic supporter of Early Career Researchers and has provided mentorship and guidance to many scientists and clinicians over the years. Therefore it is fitting that this award is named in her honour.

The award given to researchers at an early stage of their career , who have made a significant advance in our understanding in the field of Platelets, Megakaryocytes, Thrombosis or Haemostasis. This could be via a landmark publication, fellowship, or through education and outreach activities. In the last few years Julie has secured research funding, including a prestigious fellowship from the BHF, for her work, and published several high profile papers.

Julie will receive a commemorative plaque and will give a guest lecture at the Platelet Society AGM. You can learn more about Julie and her work in the clot chat episode she recorded with Kirk and Amanda. Click here to watch the interview.

Platelet Society members – look out for your AGM invite by email over the next few days for a chance to hear Julies talk and see her presented with her award.