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Iago Hale, associate professor of specialty crop improvement, has been named UNH’s 2024 J. Brent Loy Innovator of the Year, recognizing his pioneering work in the kiwiberry research and breeding program. The Innovator of the Year award, presented annually by UNHInnovation, celebrates the commercialization of innovative ideas originating from UNH research that have substantial social and economic impact.
L-R: Marc Eichenberger, Associate Vice President and Chief Business Development and Innovation Officer; Jenna Matheney, Director, Technology Transfer; Innovator of the Year Iago Hale; Marian McCord, senior vice provost for Research, Economic Engagement and Outreach; Anton Bekkerman, Director, NH Agricultural Experiment Station. Photo by Makena Lee.
Hale has been instrumental in...