2009 Charles Barkley Excellence in Mentoring Awards
September 25, 2009
Upender Manne, MS, PhD, an Associate Professor in Department of Pathology at UAB School of Medicine was among the recipients.
The awards were presented by Mr. Barkley at the MHRC Fifth Annual Gala on September 25 at the Cahaba Grand Conference Center. The black-tie event included a reception, dinner, and an evening with Dr. Maya Angelou.
(Dr. Manne with UAB President Dr. Garrison)
The purpose of the Charles Barkley Health Disparities Research Awards is to stimulate research in health disparities and encourage young investigators to pursue careers in minority health research.
These awards recognize faculty members who have provided outstanding mentoring and have contributed substantially to the career development and retention of students and faculty.
Dr. Manne was nominated by Harvey L. Bumpers, MD, FACS, Professor and Interim Chairman of Surgery and Director of Surgical Oncology in Dept. of Surgery at Morehouse School of Medicine.
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