Maria Martin-Grau, at the University of Valencia, Spain is selected for the 2022 Novelties in Biomarkers award

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Olink Holding AB (Nasdaq: OLK) awarded the 2022 Novelties in Biomarkers prize to Maria Martin-Grau from the University of Valencia at the Biomarkers of the Future conference in Paris. This annual award, established in 2019, aims to promote young researchers in biomarker discovery. The theme for this year attracted over 30 submissions across various medical fields. The conference emphasized the importance of proteomics and the necessity for industry and academia to support young talents in expanding the field. Olink's initiative addresses the existing skills gap in proteomics.

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• Awarding of the Novelties in Biomarkers prize highlights Olink's commitment to fostering innovation in biomarker research.
• Over 30 international submissions indicate a growing interest in the field, potentially enhancing Olink's visibility and reputation.
• Olink's involvement in supporting young researchers can strengthen its position in the proteomics market.

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UPPSALA, Sweden, Nov. 17, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Olink Holding AB (publ) (Nasdaq: OLK) is proud to announce the 2022 winner of the young researchers’ award, Novelties in Biomarkers, Maria Martin-Grau at the University of Valencia, Spain at the Biomarkers of the Future conference in Paris, France.

Novelties in Biomarkers is an annual award established in 2019 by Olink Proteomics with the purpose of encouraging and motivating young scientists in the use of biomarker discovery in their research.

This year’s theme Biomarkers in 2023: Emerging applications attracted over 30 abstract submissions, with participants representing countries from five continents (Africa, Asia, Europe, North America, South America). The abstracts cover more than ten different fields including Infectious diseases, Neurology, Metabolism, Cardiology, Oncology, Hepatology. The scientific committee judging the award comprised Professor Alexandre Mebazaa, Chair of the meeting (Paris, France), Professor Antoni Bayes-Genis (Barcelona, Spain), Doctor Jane-Lise Samuel, chair of the Jury (Paris, France), Professor Jelena Čelutkienė (Vilnius, Lithuania) and Professor Camille Gobeaux (Paris, France).

“Proteomics is still a relatively new and rapidly growing field of research. However, the sharp rise in demand for proteomics has created a global shortage of skilled researchers within the field. Universities alone cannot supply the competence that the world is demanding,” said Professor Alexandre Mebazaa, vice-dean for international affairs at the faculty of health department of the Université de Paris, Head of anesthesia and critical care of the Saint Louis-Lariboisière - Fernand Widal University Hospitals and Director of Inserm-MASCOT research group. “Innovative institutional and industry initiatives are essential to encourage young researchers to explore the new frontiers of proteomics and translate these for clinical use. The Novelties in Biomarkers award is a pioneering award that sets an example for this entire field of research, and the huge interest in the award is a testament to that.”

The Biomarker of the Future conference brings together international key opinion leaders along with young fellows, senior researchers, and industry partners, all focusing on biomarker discovery and research. The meeting is directed to the application of high-throughput targeted proteomics as a key tool to understand biology and pathophysiology, as well as identify protein biomarkers for early diagnosis and progression of major complex diseases.

“To learn proteomics today, young researchers from different continents need more and equal opportunities to interact with senior scientists. The Novelties in Biomarkers award is Olink’s response to address the skills gap and secure future competence within the discipline. As a company it is important for Olink to have its ear on the ground and celebrate some of the very best young researchers in the field.” said Henk Mouthaan, Vice President Sales and Marketing EMEA, Olink.

The conference is supported by Olink Proteomics. The institutional partners are Université de Paris, Institut de science cardiovasculaire, Institut national de la santé et de la recherche médicale (Inserm), Investigation Network Initiative-Cardiovascular and Renal Clinical Trialists (INI-CRCT), GREAT Association (Global research on acute conditions team).

More details are available at: Biomarkers of the Future

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Olink Holding AB (publ) (Nasdaq: OLK) is a company dedicated to accelerating proteomics together with the scientific community, across multiple disease areas to enable new discoveries and improve the lives of patients. Olink provides a platform of products and services which are deployed across major pharmaceutical companies and leading clinical and academic institutions to deepen the understanding of real-time human biology and drive 21st century healthcare through actionable and impactful science. The Company was founded in 2016 and is well established across Europe, North America and Asia. Olink is headquartered in Uppsala, Sweden.

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FAQ

What is the Novelties in Biomarkers award by Olink?

It's an annual award aimed at encouraging young scientists in biomarker discovery, established in 2019.

Who won the 2022 Novelties in Biomarkers award?

Maria Martin-Grau from the University of Valencia won the award in 2022.

What was the theme of the 2022 Biomarkers of the Future conference?

The theme was 'Biomarkers in 2023: Emerging applications'.

How many abstracts were submitted for the 2022 Novelties in Biomarkers award?

Over 30 abstracts were submitted from participants representing five continents.

What is the significance of the Novelties in Biomarkers award?

The award addresses the skills gap in proteomics and promotes research in the field.