Singapore, May 7, 2008: For the first time, a Chinese researcher has received one of the American Psychiatric Association's prestigious "Young Minds in Psychiatry" awards.
The awards, supported by an educational grant from AstraZeneca are helping to address the substantial shortage of psychiatric researchers worldwide. By providing career development awards, talented physicians get the chance to pursue a career in research. Beginning this year, the number of unrestricted career development awards has been increased from six to seven, with five awarded to international candidates - this recognizes the unique challenges facing researchers outside North America and Europe.
Dr. Ma Yantao from Peking University in Beijing, the first Chinese award winner, was selected for her proposal on treating Chinese adults for bipolar spectrum disorders.
"I am delighted to have been awarded this great honor, which confirms international recognition of research excellence in China. Mental health is a priority worldwide, and good healthcare is only possible with the encouragement of careers in psychiatry and related research. As we prepare to welcome many people to Beijing for the Olympics, today I appreciate my welcome in Washington and this partnership of east and west in psychiatry,” Dr. Ma said.
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