Christian de Duve, Nobel Prize in Medicine 1974, is Founding President of the Awards. Five Laureates from five continents, every year: a unique award that has recognized 57 exceptional women scientists in 11 years. "More than ever, science needs women, but also more than ever, we must set out to uncover new women researchers by kindling the vocation of those still unsure" according to Sir Lindsay Owen-Jones, Chairman of L'Oréal.