SPOKANE, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Signature Genomic Laboratories, which performs microarray-based diagnostic genetic testing of chromosome abnormalities in individuals with unexplained mental retardation and/or birth defects, today announced that President and CEO Dr. Lisa G. Shaffer, Ph.D. received the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2009 Award in the Life Sciences category in the Pacific Northwest. According to Ernst & Young LLP, the award recognizes outstanding entrepreneurs who are building and leading dynamic, growing businesses. Dr. Shaffer was selected by an independent panel of judges, and the award was presented at a gala event at the Sheraton Seattle on June 26, 2009.
