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        <text><![CDATA[ <p>Recognizes efforts to educate, support, and provide hope for the Hispanic community, including efforts to: (1) honor outstanding Hispanic scientists in the United States at the annual National Hispanic Scientist of the Year Gala; and (2) motivate Hispanic youth to study science through &quot;Meet the Hispanic Scientist Day,&quot; an opportunity for them to meet the honoree of the National Hispanic Scientist of the Year Award. </p><p>Congratulates the 2008 National Hispanic Scientist of the Year (Dr. Lydia Villa-Komaroff), designated by the Museum of Science &amp; Industry, for ongoing dedication to improving the quality of, and access to, science and engineering research and education. </p>]]></text>
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