Dilfuza Egamberdieva, head of the Uzbek-Chinese joint laboratory at the National University of Uzbekistan, has been honored with the UNESCO Carlos Finlay Prize for her outstanding contributions to microbiology. The award, named after renowned Cuban physician and microbiologist Carlos Juan Finlay, is a biennial recognition jointly funded by UNESCO and the Government of Cuba.
Egamberdieva's research, focused on plant-microbiome interactions, plant stress tolerance, soil biology, and microbial diversity, earned her global acclaim. The UNESCO Director General, Audrey Azoulay, made the decision to confer the prestigious prize, acknowledging Egamberdieva's commitment to environmental and socially acceptable microbiological research.
As the leader of the Uzbek-Chinese joint laboratory, Egamberdieva's collaborative efforts at the intersection of microbiology and agriculture have garnered attention. The UNESCO Carlos Finlay Prize not only honors her individual achievements but also underscores the laboratory's role in advancing microbiological research.
Follow Daryo's official Instagram and Twitter pages to keep current on world news.
Comments (0)