Satu Mustjoki new iCAN Scientific Director

iCAN Steering Board supported today the nomination of Satu Mustjoki as iCAN’s new Scientific Director. The Steering Board also expressed its gratitude to Kari Alitalo for his significant contributions in long-term efforts in developing the iCAN program and its strong research basis. 

At the same time the Steering Board also supported the continuation of Tomi Mäkelä as Flagship Executive Officer in a part-time role, and on a new division of tasks increasing the role of the Scientific Director. 

In addition, the Steering Board agreed on criteria to be used in proposals for new iCAN subprojects, where the call is expected to open June 30 (earlier announced as June 27).

Happy midsummer!