Molecular Parasitology Community

Roland Cooper was a dedicated attendee of parasitology meetings for 25 years and was widely recognized as a leader on subjects of pharmacology and genetics as they apply to malaria parasites, both in the laboratory and the field. He worked extensively with colleagues in Uganda and Burkina Faso and enthusiastically supported young researchers working in the developing world. This award was created in his name to provide financial support to young investigators who would otherwise not be able to attend international parasitology meetings.