Dr. Hagar Labouta, Assistant Professor at the University of Manitoba and a valued member of the Women’s Health Research Cluster, has been awarded the 2025 Rising Women in Science Award by the Controlled Release Society. This prestigious recognition highlights her trailblazing contributions to precision drug delivery and her commitment to advancing women’s health through nanomedicine.
Dr. Labouta’s research focuses on understanding how nanoparticles interact with biological barriers, aiming to design more effective and targeted drug delivery systems. Her work addresses critical challenges in precision medicine, particularly in tailoring treatments for complex conditions. The Controlled Release Society’s award recognizes her potential as a future leader in biomedical research and honors her innovative approaches to translational nanomedicine. Her commitment to mentorship and interdisciplinary collaboration further amplifies the reach and relevance of her science.
Dr. Labouta’s work exemplifies the mission of the Women’s Health Research Cluster to promote cutting-edge, SGBA-informed research. To learn more about her contributions, visit her lab website or check out her cluster profile.
