Announcements

Welcome to New Center Board Chairs:
Keijiro Otsuka, IRRI, succeeding Angeline Kamba
James W. Jones, CIAT, succeeding Lauritz Holm-Nielsen

Meryl Williams Nets Top Australian Award
Meryl Williams, former Director General, WorldFish Center, was awarded Australia's prestigious Centenary Medal for her contributions in marine science to Australian society and government.

"I have the great pleasure to represent Australia and all Australians as we honor Dr. Meryl Williams as an exceptional Australian," said H.E. James Wise, Australian High Commissioner to Malaysia, while conferring the award. "The Centenary Medal gives the Australian community the chance to thank those who have made significant contributions to Australia. The contributions Dr Meryl Williams has made have been invaluable."

Prior to joining WorldFish Center, Meryl Williams was one of Australia's top marine scientists, leading the Australian Institute of Marine Science, and the Australian Government's Bureau of Rural Resources. She advised the Australian Government on national and international fisheries management issues and the management of the Great Barrier Reef, the largest coral reef in the world.