MTC CEO Kelly Schulz (far left) and Alexandria Real Estate Co-COO Larry Diamond (far right) with seven scholarship recipients at 2024 ICON Awards. (Courtesy Maryland Tech Council)
MTC CEO Kelly Schulz (far left) and Alexandria Real Estate Co-COO Larry Diamond (far right) with seven scholarship recipients at 2024 ICON Awards. (Courtesy Maryland Tech Council)

Leaders, businesses and even students in Maryland’s science and tech sectors received high praise for accomplishments, with applications spanning fields as varied as quantum computing and pharmaceuticals, at a special ceremony last Thursday evening.

The 36th annual ICON Awards, hosted by the Maryland Tech Council, honored several executives and companies throughout the state. Winners came from throughout the state’s main commercial hubs, including the DC suburbs, Baltimore and Frederick.

The awards especially recognize excellence in government contracting and life sciences technology, including biotech and cybersecurity. Both major firms like the global pharma giant AstraZeneca and newer businesses like the Frederick-based nanosensor healthcare company NanoBioFAB walked away with recognition.

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