Tore Midtvedt awarded The Royal Norwegian Order of Saint Olav 1st class

^{Photo: Elisabeth Norin}

Professor Tore Midtvedt has been awarded The Royal Norwegian Order of Saint Olav 1st class for his work within the field of Medical Microbiology. The Order of Saint Olav is a Norwegian order of chivalry that was instituted by King Oscar I on August 21, 1847. The orders are presented by the Norwegian monarchy for outstanding achievements for both the nation and humanity: "belønning for utmerkede fortjenester av fedrelandet og menneskeheten"

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