Harri Jalonen, Professor of Social and Health Management has received the University of Vaasa Science Communication Award. The award was given in recognition of his contribution to the popularisation and communication of science and his contribution to the dialogue in society. In addition, the University of Vaasa granted three honorary mentions for excellent science communication to Professor Peter Gabrielsson and researchers Niranjan Sapkota and Leena Kunttu. The awards were given at the Mission Possible science day at the University of Vaasa.