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Ajinomoto-Genetika Research Institute (AGRI) Receives
2011 Russian Federation Government Prize in Science and Technology Outstanding Amino Acid Production Technology Rated Highly |
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The Russian Science and Technology Prize that AGRI received is one of the most prestigious prizes in Russia. The government of the Russian Federation awards it for outstanding research achievements that contribute to the development of the Russia economy. Prime Minister Putin officially signed the award certificate on Monday, February 6 local time, and Russia newspapers announced the executive order on Wednesday, February 15. The prize-winning project and the reasons it received the prize are as follows. The Prize-Winning Project The Development of an Innovative Biotechnology Process for Producing Amino Acids Reasons the Research Results Received the Prize The technologies developed at AGRI are currently being commercialized at Ajinomoto's production bases around the world. The above project was recognized for this global scale of achievement in manufacturing. Moreover, the amino acids produced using the results of the research contribute to many facets of the Russia economy, including agriculture. In addition, AGRI was recognized for its research achievements, which over the 12 years since its establishment have significantly contributed to the development of Russian science and technology. The Russian government awards its Science and Technology Prize annually to a total of 30 projects from an array of industry sectors. Ten people receive the prize per project. In fiscal 2011, the breakdown by sector of the 30 award-winning projects was four in medical treatment, two in biotechnology, three in construction, two in space, three in agriculture, one in light industry, two in chemistry, one in information technology, eight in energy, two in transportation, one in resources, and one in materials and ingredients. AGRI submitted an application in the biotechnology sector and was tentatively chosen by the government review council in December 2011 after nine months of evaluation. The award ceremony is scheduled to be held in the Russian White House in December 2012. The ten people involved in the project who received awards include seven researchers at AGRI and three employees of Ajinomoto. Ajinomoto Group research and development must demonstrate leadership as the Group's growth driver. Accordingly, we energetically promote open and link innovation through collaboration with AGRI and the research and development divisions of other Group companies while using our external research and development network. Overview of Ajinomoto-Genetika Research Institute (as of January 2012)
Please visit http://www.ajinomoto.co.jp/rd/ for additional details on the Ajinomoto Group's research network and its research and development programs. About Ajinomoto Ajinomoto is a global manufacturer of high-quality seasonings, processed foods, beverages, amino acids, pharmaceuticals and specialty chemicals. For many decades Ajinomoto has contributed to food culture and human health through wide-ranging application of amino acid technologies. Today, the company is becoming increasingly involved with solutions for improved food resources, human health and global sustainability. Founded in 1909 and now operating in 26 countries, Ajinomoto had net sales of 1,207.6 billion yen (14.2 billion USD) in fiscal 2010. For more about Ajinomoto (TYO: 2802), visit www.ajinomoto.com. For further information, please contact: Ajinomoto Co., Inc. Public Communications Department: pr_info@ajinomoto.com |
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