Professor Olle Söder Awarded Prestigious Andrea Prader Prize 2025
Professor Olle Söder receives the Andrea Prader Prize 2025 for his contributions to pediatric endocrinology.
Key Points
- • Professor Olle Söder awarded the Andrea Prader Prize 2025 by ESPE.
- • Recognized for lifetime contributions to pediatric endocrinology research and education.
- • Focus on reproductive endocrinology and environmental endocrine disruptors.
- • Plans to mentor younger colleagues while stepping back from new assignments.
Professor Olle Söder has been honored with the Andrea Prader Prize for 2025 by the European Society for Paediatric Endocrinology (ESPE), a mark of exceptional achievement in pediatric endocrinology. This prestigious award recognizes individuals who have demonstrated outstanding leadership and lifelong contributions in the field, encompassing research, education, and clinical practice.
Söder, a retired pediatric endocrinologist and professor emeritus at Karolinska Institutet, has significantly shaped pediatric endocrinology both in Sweden and internationally. His research primarily focuses on reproductive endocrinology, particularly the effects of chemotherapy on fertility in boys treated for cancer before puberty. Furthermore, he has established the 'Nordfertil' collaboration to advance this area of study.
His investigations into environmental endocrine disruptors affecting puberty onset reflect a commitment to addressing contemporary clinical issues. In addition to his research, Söder has made substantial contributions to education, notably through the ESPE Science School, which provides international training in pediatric endocrinology.
In his acceptance speech, Söder expressed gratitude for this recognition, stating, “It is an honor to join the ranks of past laureates.” He plans to focus on mentoring younger colleagues while stepping back from new assignments, ensuring that he continues to inspire the next generation of medical professionals.