Canadian Biotechnology Education Resource Centre
17 May 2006
Research by a 16-year-old Ottawa-area student that contributes new insights into the workings of the HIV-AIDS virus has earned top prize in the 2006 National sanofi-aventis biotech challenge, announced today in a ceremony at the National Research Council.
Grade 11 student James McLeod bested 12 fellow regional finalists from across Canada with a study into how the HIV/AIDS virus attacks specific cells in the body’s immune system.
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Sample coverage:
Teens’ bio-tech project earns spot in national challenge
The Daily Gleaner (Fredericton) – Sat May 13 2006
Student heading to national science fair
The Telegram (St. John’s) – Fri May 12 2006
BONE WORK GIVES TEEN $1,000 WIN
The Calgary Sun – Fri May 12 2006
THIS PRODIGY HAS SENT ONE OUT OF THE SCIENCE BALLPARK, AND NO ONE KNOWS WHERE IT – OR SHE – WILL LAND
The Toronto Sun – Fri May 5 2006
Student stalks evolution of corn
The Toronto Star – Thu May 4 2006
Budding scientists;
The Daily Gleaner (Fredericton) – Sat Apr 22 2006
STUDENTS RISE TO BIOTECH CHALLENGE
The London Free Press – Wed Mar 22 2006