“To every young girl in Africa — and everywhere — who loves science and wonders if there is a place for her: there is. Keep going”
Professor Liesl Zühlke
We warmly congratulate our Vice Chair, Professor Liesl Zühlke, on receiving the prestigious L’Oréal–UNESCO International Award for Women in Science.
The award recognises Professor Zühlke’s outstanding scientific achievements and her lifelong commitment to advancing health equity. Throughout her career, she has worked tirelessly to improve health outcomes for children and underserved communities, ensuring that life-saving care reaches those who need it most.
Professor Liesl Zühlke (second from left) with the Global AMR R&D Hub Secretariat, Board members, and partners.
As Vice Chair of the Global AMR R&D Hub, Professor Zühlke provides invaluable leadership and strategic guidance, helping to strengthen international collaboration and advance research and development to address antimicrobial resistance and other pressing global health challenges.
We are deeply grateful for her leadership, expertise, and unwavering commitment to improving health for vulnerable populations worldwide.
