José Said Gutiérrez-Ortega receives the 19th Plant Species Biology Paper Award

José Said Gutiérrez-Ortega (Research Scientist, iTHEMS) has been selected as a recipient of the 19th Plant Species Biology Paper Award. The study analyzes the threats to the biocultural heritage of cycads in the Amami Islands through an international collaboration, including research conducted at RIKEN. The Plant Species Biology Paper Award is presented annually to 1–2 outstanding papers published in Plant Species Biology, selected by vote of the journal’s editorial board. The award was announced on 18 November 2025, and the award ceremony will be held on 20 December 2025 (Sat.) during the meeting of the Society for the Study of Species Biology.
Congratulations, José!