The ESGCT founders Award is given to a senior scientist to celebrate milestone of key discoveries in gene & cell therapies.

Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must be Members of the ESGCT
Candidates must be nominated by two (or more) ESGCT Members
Candidates must have conducted original research in basic science, technology development and/or clinical translation in the field of Gene and Cell therapy. This development must celebrate a milestone anniversary (30 years or more)
Awardees must be available to give a presentation of their work at the ESGCT Annual Congress
Award: Complimentary registration to the next annual congress