BRIDGING DISCIPLINES, INNOVATING SOLUTIONS:
POLYMER EXPERT RECOGNIZED FOR INVENTIONS IN MATERIALS AND LIFE SCIENCES
 
Dr. Joseph M. DeSimone Awarded
$500,000 Lemelson-MIT Prize
 

CAMBRIDGE, Mass (June 25, 2008) — For Dr. Joseph M. DeSimone, the interface between seemingly disparate fields and concepts offers the best opportunity for invention and innovation. A well-recognized chemist and polymer expert, DeSimone has uniquely applied his skills to the development of groundbreaking solutions in green manufacturing, and promising applications in gene therapy and drug delivery, as well as medical devices. For his pioneering inventions, lab-to-marketplace entrepreneurship, and commitment to mentorship, DeSimone has been awarded this year’s $500,000 Lemelson-MIT Prize.

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