CENTRE VALBIO 

Dr. Patricia Wright’s love of primates, particularly lemurs, goes beyond basic conservation. Her love of the people of Madagascar shows her true character, and her passion for making a difference has led to a successful road map for future generations to follow. Wright rediscovered a species of lemur thought to be extinct for more than 50 years, in addition to discovering a new species — the golden bamboo lemur. Perhaps most significant, however, are her efforts to create collaboration between scientists, local communities and the government to save lemurs and sustain their unique ecosystem on the island of Madagascar, including helping lead the establishment of Ranomafana National Park and creating Centre ValBio.