SoCal Bio AwardWe are thrilled to announce that the Southern California Biomedical Council (SoCalBio) has recognized Oak Crest Institute of Science for its groundbreaking educational model. In December 2022, Marc Baum was honored with the prestigious 2022 Outstanding Contribution to Education Award by SoCalBio. This award highlights our commitment to advancing education in the fields of biotech, med tech, IVD, and digital health within the Greater Los Angeles region.

SoCalBio (visit their website: https://socalbio.org/) is a nonprofit, member-supported trade association that serves as a valuable resource for the Southern California biomedical community. It brings together industry professionals and provides a platform for collaboration and innovation.

We are proud to join the ranks of other esteemed awardees recognized by SoCalBio in 2022. These include Professor David Baltimore (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_Baltimore) from Caltech, a Nobel Prize winner, who received the 2022 Lifetime Achievement Award. Additionally, Professor Scott Fraser (https://profiles.sc-ctsi.org/scott.fraser) from USC was honored with the 2022 Outstanding Researcher Award. We extend our heartfelt congratulations to this exceptional group of scientists for their remarkable achievements.

This recognition underscores the dedication and efforts of our team at Oak Crest Institute of Science, as we strive to push the boundaries of education and foster a culture of scientific excellence. We remain committed to providing a transformative learning experience that equips future leaders with the skills and knowledge needed to make significant contributions in the biomedical field.

We express our gratitude to SoCalBio for this esteemed award and look forward to continuing our collaboration with the Southern California biomedical community. Together, we will drive innovation, inspire discovery, and shape the future of scientific education.