Andrew Shao, Ph.D., Senior Vice President of Global Regulatory and Scientific Affairs at Niagen Bioscience, Honored with the 2026 Annette Dickinson Trailblazer Award by Radicle Science and Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN)

Andrew Shao, Senior Vice President of Global Regulatory and Scientific Affairs at Niagen Bioscience

“This award is incredibly special to me because I had the privilege of working alongside Annette for many years, and that experience has had a lasting impact both on me personally and my career.”

Andrew Shao, Senior Vice President of Global Regulatory and Scientific Affairs at Niagen Bioscience

“Throughout my career, I have had the opportunity to work with talented scientists, regulators, colleagues, and industry leaders who share a commitment to rigorous science and responsible innovation. I am grateful for this recognition and for the opportunity to continue contributing to an industry that has such potential to improve health and well-being.”

Gretchen Powers, Vice President, Marketing and Member Experience at the Council for Responsible Nutrition

“Dr. Shao’s career reflects the kind of leadership Annette Dickinson embodied: the ability and willingness to do the hard work of building stronger science, stronger standards, and stronger connections across the industry.”

Gretchen Powers, Vice President, Marketing and Member Experience at the Council for Responsible Nutrition

“His influence reaches well beyond any one role or organization, and CRN is proud to recognize the lasting contribution he has made to our community and to the field.”

Pelin Thorogood, Co-founder and Executive Chair of Radicle Science

“Dr. Shao has spent his career pushing the boundaries of what is possible in evidence-based wellness, bringing scientific rigor, curiosity, and a spirit of collaboration to everything he does.”

Pelin Thorogood, Co-founder and Executive Chair of Radicle Science

“He understands that rigorous science isn't a barrier to innovation—it's what makes meaningful innovation possible.”

Pelin Thorogood, Co-founder and Executive Chair of Radicle Science

“His leadership has helped advance our industry and bring us closer to a future where wellness is not just promising, but proven. That is the spirit of a true trailblazer.”