We are very proud to announce that the boss received the Finnish Science Award today! The Biennial prize (est. 1997) is the most prestigious national science award in Finland given by the Ministry of Education and Culture based on recommendations from the Research Council of Finland Board. Johanna was described as a distinguished researcher, contributing to pioneering work in cell biology. We know her as a great and compassionate boss who rightly deserves this award. Congratulations from all us! You can read Johanna’s acceptance speech here: https://ivaskalab.utu.fi/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Ivaska_ScienceAward_2025.pdf

More info in the press release from our university at https://www.utu.fi/en/news/news/finnish-science-award-to-professor-johanna-ivaska