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James C. Morgan Global Humanitarian Award
Presented annually at the Applied Materials sponsored Tech Museum Awards
 JAMES C. MORGAN
Chairman of the Board of Directors
Applied Materials, Inc.
The Global Humanitarian Award honors individuals whose broad vision and leadership are helping to address humanity’s greatest challenges. The Award was inspired by Applied Materials Chairman, Jim Morgan. Jim demonstrates in his work and his philanthropy that technology can unleash the potential in all of us and turn our ideas into concrete solutions for a better world and that corporations can play a vital role in helping identify and extend the benefits of technology to those who need them most.
2008 Global Humanitarian - Dr. Muhammad Yunus
Professor Muhammad Yunus, pioneer of microcredit and founder of Grameen Bank, is the recipient of the 2008 Global Humanitarian Award. Dr. Yunus will accept this distinguished honor during the annual Tech Museum Awards Gala on November 12, 2008.
"For more than three decades, Muhammad Yunus' broad vision, creativity and leadership have improved the lives of millions through innovative, micro-financing practices," said Mike Splinter, president and chief executive officer of Applied Materials. "We are pleased to honor Muhammad Yunus, whose selfless mission and ability to inspire others to take action exemplifies the spirit of the Tech Awards."
Often referred to as "the world's banker to the poor," Yunus developed a benchmark microcredit application through his Grameen Bank which allows the rural poor access to micro-loans for entrepreneurial enterprises such as purchasing livestock and procuring weaving materials. Yunus' vision of a world without poverty has been the inspiration for his life's work. Yunus and Grameen Bank were awarded the 2006 Nobel Peace Prize for their significant contributions in the field of microcredit. (more)
2007 Global Humanitarian - Gordon Moore
This year the Global Humanitarian Award honors Intel co-founder and technology industry luminary Gordon Moore. Through the Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation, Gordon Moore has contributed over $1 billion and countless hours toward the goal of improving the quality of life for future generations, and he has contributed millions more through his own personal philanthropic efforts.
"Gordon Moore's vision and leadership made possible incredible technological innovations that have helped shape society today," said Jim Morgan. "Through his work at Intel, his foundation and his philanthropic efforts, Gordon has made a tremendous positive impact on many lives around the world." (more)
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