Dr. Sonya Dougal serves as SVP, Scientific Programs, and Awards at The New York Academy of Sciences. In this role, she leads strategic development and scientific oversight of the Academy's international portfolio of scientific workshops, conferences, and symposia across the broad spectrum of life sciences and biomedical research. Through this platform — and via strategic alliances with external organizations, foundations, and individuals — the Academy convenes leading international scientists from multiple sectors in focused efforts to catalyze advances in science for the benefit of society.