Mayo woman awarded prestigious bursary for health economics

University of Galway alumnus and Mayo woman Orla Jenkins is the recipient of the Janssen Bursary Medal for 2023.

The accolade is awarded in recognition of academic excellence in health economics.

The medal presentation took place at an event hosted by Janssen Sciences Ireland UC, the Pharmaceutical Companies of Johnson & Johnson.

Since 2012, Janssen has collaborated with the University of Galway, which has provided Health Economics students with valuable placement opportunities, contributing to their professional growth.

In 2022, Janssen launched the WiSTEM2D mentorship programme with the university, designed to nurture future female leaders in healthcare specifically. WiSTEM2D stands for Women in Science, Technology, Engineering, Math, Manufacturing and Design – the initiative supports women and girls in pursuit of STEM2D studies and careers.

Pictured at Janssen’s bursary medal presentation were Brita O’Reilly, Director of Market Access & Government Affairs at Janssen Sciences Ireland UC; Professor Brendan Kennelly, Programme Director MSc. Health Economics at University of Galway; and Orla Jenkins.