The CIBMTR collaborates with the global scientific community to advance HCT and cellular therapy research worldwide. The purpose of the Distinguished Service Award is to recognize individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the CIBMTR's research mission in one or more of the following areas: promoting HCT research and clinical care in developing countries; advancing the field despite unique challenges; expanding the availability of transplantation; disseminating research results to clinicians and patients to improve outcomes and quality of life; and collaboration with organizations to increase data exchange and research collaboration worldwide.