At the 58th Annual Cytogenomics Conference, held on 11–12 September 2025 at the City Conference Centre in Pankrác, Prague, Prof. MVDr. Jiří Rubeš, Ph.D., was awarded Honorary Membership in the Czech Medical Association of Jan Evangelista Purkyně (CzMA). He was awarded the honour for his outstanding contributions to the development of medical science in the field of genetics and genomics.
Honorary Membership in the CzMA is the highest form of recognition awarded by this nationwide professional society. It is bestowed only to individuals who have made significant contributions to the advancement of medical science, healthcare, or the society itself. Its conferment is decided by the presidency based on proposals from the professional societies associated with CzMA.
“I consider this award an extraordinary honour and a recognition of the long-standing work of our team and the entire institution in the field of genetics and genomics. At the same time, I see Honorary Membership as a commitment to continue supporting the development of the discipline,” said Prof. MVDr. Jiří Rubeš, Ph.D., during the ceremonial presentation of the diploma.
CzMA brings together experts from numerous medical disciplines and has long supported the advancement of science and education in medicine. The awarding of Honorary Membership is a recognition not only of personal contributions but also strengthens the prestige of Czech genetics and genomics at the international level.
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