Robert H. Pudenz award

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The Pudenz Award is a research grant awarded to the academic or clinical institution with which the nominee is affiliated, demonstrating a commitment to advancing the science of the field of CSF physiology and hydrocephalus through research published in peer-reviewed journals. The recipient of the award is chosen by an independent Committee based on the extensive nature of the research work conducted by the recipient.

The award has been given since 1988 in honor of Robert H. Pudenz, one of the founders of the PS Medical Corporation (now Medtronic). He was a recognized pioneer in the field of pediatric neurosurgery. His area of research was in cerebrospinal fluid physiology and shunt technology for the treatment of hydrocephalus.

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