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8:00 AM - 9:45 AM | Session F: Henry Maso Keynote Lecture & SCC Annual Award Breakfast

Join us in recognizing the breakthrough research, distinguished leadership, and groundbreaking formulations transforming our industry. Be there in person to celebrate the 2026 award recipients and network with over 5,000 peers driving progress in cosmetic science.

Celebrate Excellence in Cosmetic Science at SCC80

Celebrate the achievements of our outstanding researchers, authors, and student innovators during the official SCC Annual Award Breakfast.

2025 Award Winner

2023 Hans A. Schaeffer Award Winner, Dr. Paul Lawrence

Session F Presented Awards

  • Alan B. & Jeanette Black Award | Presented to Melissa Bergman (Solabia) for “A novel bio-inspired glycolipid from plant holobiont: A biotechnological approach for targeting atopic-prone skin disorders” Sponsored by Presperse
  • Shaw Mudge Award | Presented to Dr. Paul Lawrence (Biocogent) for “Breaking the Conventional Code with New Developments in Small RNA-Based Actives”  Sponsored by SCC
  • Des Goddard Award | Presented to Linh D. Do, PhD (Sasol US) for “Sophorolipids for 2-in-1 conditioning shampoos: Surfactant-polycation interactions, complex formation, and deposition on hair” Sponsored by SCC
  • Society of Cosmetic Chemists Award | Presented to Eduardo Ruvolo, PhD (Beiersdorf) for “From Erythema to Optics: The New Era of SPF Testing” Sponsored by Hallstar
  • Joseph P. Ciaudelli Award | Presented to Yu Zheng, Xiaojing Gao, Mei Ju, Jin Bu, and Ruilian Ding [Hospital for Skin Diseases (Institute of Dermatology), Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Peking Union Medical College] for “Exploration of the Biomarkers of Scalp Psoriasis and Their Association With Immune Infiltration” (JOCS, Vol. 76, No. 5) Sponsored by Croda
  • Hans A. Schaeffer Award | Presented to David Breslauer, PhD (Bolt) for “Inside-Out Protection: Dual-Mode Biotech Silk Polypeptides for Hair Surface and Cortex Reinforcement”  Sponsored by SCC
  • Henry Maso Keynote Lecture Award | Presented to Dr. Muneeb Shah (REMEDY Skin by Dr. Shah) — “From Patient to Product: How Dermatologists and Cosmetic Chemists Create Exceptional Skincare Together” Lecture Sponsored by Sino Lino; Award Sponsored by Siltech & The Maso Family
  • Student Poster Awards | Selected on-site, honoring the next generation of leaders and emerging talent in personal care science. Sponsored by DD Chemco
  • Madam CJ Walker Scholarships | Presented to Lauren Forney (Spelman College) and Alyssa Smith (University of Toledo), honoring the next generation of leaders and emerging talent in personal care science. Sponsored by Mary Kay

Featured Industry & Milestone Honors Presented at the SCC80 President's Luncheon

Recognizing exemplary lifetime dedication, sustainability, and visionary leadership across the Society:

  • Maison G. deNavarre Medal Award (The Society’s Highest Honor) | Presented to Carl David D'Ruiz, MPH Sponsored by SCC
  • Florence Wall Women in Cosmetic Chemistry Award | Presented to Kelly A. Dobos Sponsored by NYSCC
  • SCC Education Award | Presented to Meyer R. Rosen Sponsored by Symrise
  • Robert A. Kramer Lifetime Service Award | Presented to Stephen J. Herman Sponsored by SCC
  • SCC Merit Award | Presented to Mark Chandler Sponsored by SCC
  • Green Star™ Award | Presented to Mireille Vega, PhD, Chemist (PLUS Boost Multi-Function Balm by VGAM BIOME) Sponsored by Colonial Chemical
  • Young Scientist Award | Presented to Raihaanah Safee (University of Toledo) for “Application of Color Theory to Improve Foundation Aesthetics Across Skin Tones” Sponsored by Catalyst Technologies, Inc.

 

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