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The Edison Awards

The Edison Awards recognize the persistence and excellence Thomas Edison himself personified: qualities which have allowed America to remain at the forefront of innovation, creativity, and ingenuity in the global economy. For more information about The Edison Awards, visit www.EdisonAwards.com. Established in 1987, the Edison Best New Product Awards have honored some of the most innovative products and business leaders in America. As a globally recognized research network dedicated to the study of innovation and its application in the 21st century, we are uniquely positioned to authenticate the innovative spirit of the Edison Awards, which highlight Edison's innovation model. This model can serve as a platform to engage and inspire tomorrow's inventors, and modern-day innovators. For more information on The Edison Papers, visit http://edison.rutgers.edu. The full press release can be found here: Discovery Channel's partnership with the Edison Awards.

FULL LIST OF THIS YEAR'S FINALISTS

VIDEO: Watch our exclusive interview with Dr. Susan Hockfield, the President of MIT and a 2010 Lifetime Achievement Edison award winner.