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The 2025 Prix Galien USA Nominees: An Initiation into EcoHealth Innovations

On October 8, 2025, the Galien Foundation, a revered global organization spotlighting advancements in life sciences, revealed the nominees for the prestigious 2025 Prix Galien EcoHealth Award. This newly introduced accolade aims to honor innovative strides in climate technology and environmental health solutions, reflecting the urgent need for sustainable approaches to public health.

The awards ceremony is scheduled to take place on October 29, 2025, at the United Nations in New York City. Adam Schechter, the Committee Chair and Chairman and CEO of Labcorp, expressed pride in introducing the EcoHealth Award within the Prix Galien USA framework. He underscored the significance of recognizing the exceptional nominees who are at the forefront of addressing the pivotal challenges that span health and environmental sustainability. “Through these awards,” Schechter stated, “we hope to inspire future advancements that will ultimately protect both our planet and the well-being of global populations.”

Judging Criteria for Innovation

The nominations were rigorously evaluated based on several critical criteria:

1. Innovation Background: Each nomination must provide insights into the company or innovation’s origins, philosophy, and sector focus, whether it be renewable energy, water conservation, or net-zero impact practices.
2. Alignment with Global Goals: Judges ensured that the innovations presented tackle pressing climate health issues and are in harmony with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
3. Benchmarking Success: A demonstration of success through scientific validity, collaborations, and actual progress towards net-zero goals is essential.
4. Expertise and Collaboration: Highlights include showcasing the expertise of staff and advisors, including their academic contributions and scientific collaborations.
5. Financial Structure: Details about equity, royalties, and collaborations with academic groups and corporate partners must be outlined.
6. Third-Party References: Letters of support from external organizations engaging as pilot projects or policy partners are necessary.

Nominees for the Best EcoHealth Award
The nominees for this award are a testament to the range and depth of innovation aiming to enhance planetary health and wellbeing. They include:

• - Aleph Farms
• - BlueGreen Water Technologies
• - Eco Wave Power
• - Greenore Holding Co.
• - Infinite Cooling Inc
• - Montefiore Einstein
• - POP Movement
• - Solar Sister, Inc
• - THF HUBERY
• - VTV Energy LLC

These organizations are pioneering advancements not just in clean energy and sustainable food production, but also in health breakthroughs and community-led climate initiatives. Each nominee embodies a profound commitment to fostering a healthier environment and a sustainable future for humanity. Pr. Awa Marie Coll-Seck, former Senior Minister of Health in Senegal, voiced her anticipation for celebrating submissions that encompass the essential connection between human health and the health of our planet at the upcoming ceremony.

Distinguished Judges of the Prix Galien USA EcoHealth Awards
The selection committee is composed of notable leaders, including:

• - Adam Schechter (Committee Chair, Labcorp CEO)
• - Gil Bashe (Chair, Global Health and Purpose at FINN Partners)
• - Ouided Bouchamaoui (Nobel Peace Prize Laureate)
• - Judith Diment, MBE (Dean, Rotary Representatives to the United Nations)
• - James E.K. Hildreth, Ph.D. (President and CEO, Meharry Medical College)

About The Galien Foundation

The Galien Foundation plays a significant role in fostering and recognizing scientific innovation that enhances human health. With the vision of inspiring the next generation of breakthrough treatments and technologies, the foundation's initiatives are vital for evolving medical practices and ultimately saving lives. With its roots tracing back to 1970, the Prix Galien serves as a global benchmark for excellence in biopharmaceutical research, comparable to the Nobel Prize.

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