The American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

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ASBMB journals

The ASBMB's three prestigious journals offer a platform for your research with the benefit of editorial feedback, fast turnaround and open access.

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Journal of Biological Chemistry

JBC publishes high-quality science that seeks to elucidate the molecular and cellular basis of biological processes.

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Molecular & Cellular Proteomics

MCP showcases cutting-edge advances in proteomics, metabolomics and bioinformatics.

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Journal of Lipid Research

JLR is the most cited journal devoted to lipids in the world, focusing on the science of lipids in health and disease.

ASBMB Today
Targeting toxins to treat whooping cough

Targeting toxins to treat whooping cough

By Isabel Casas and Emily Ulrich

Scientists find that liver protein inhibits of pertussis toxin, offering a potential new treatment for bacterial respiratory disease. Read more about this recent study from the Journal of Lipid Research.

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Upcoming opportunities

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Elusive zebrafish enzyme in lipid secretion

Scientists discover that triacylglycerol synthesis enzyme drives lipoproteins secretion rather than lipid droplet storage. Read more about this recent study from the Journal of Lipid Research.

Scientists identify pan-cancer biomarkers

Researchers analyze protein and RNA data across 13 cancer types to find similarities that could improve cancer staging, prognosis and treatment strategies. Read about this recent article published in Molecular & Cellular Proteomics.

New mass spectrometry tool accurately identifies bacteria

Scientists develop a software tool to categorize microbe species and antibiotic resistance markers to aid clinical and environmental research. Read about this recent article published in Molecular & Cellular Proteomics.

Webinar

Biosynthesis and regulation of plant phenolic compounds

May 14, 2025 | 12:15–1 p.m. Eastern

Delve into the biosynthesis and regulation of flavonoids and phenylpropanoids in maize and other plants with Erich Grotewold, professor of plant biology at Michigan State University.

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Evolution and core processes in gene expression

Evolution and core processes in gene expression

June 26–29 | Fresh perspectives from experts in different fields will provide a deeper understanding of core life processes from a gene expression, developmental and evolutionary perspective. More

O-GlcNAcylation in health and disease

O-GlcNAcylation in health and disease

July 10–13 | Join experts from around the world to discuss the O-GlcNAc cycling enzymes and the O-GlcNAc modification in modulating protein function in basic biological processes as well as in disease states. More