The ASBMB's diversity, equity and inclusion programs are supported by the Maximizing Access Committee and the Women in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Committee.
Research Spotlight
Stephen D. Williams
Postdoctoral fellow in medical genetics, Baylor College of Medicine
Susan Marqusee balances running a lab at UC Berkeley with leading one of the largest initiatives at the NSF.
This week: Vote in the JBC Methods Madness semifinals!
This week: Vote in the JBC Methods Madness quarterfinals! PROLAB deadline extended. Just added: Fresh industry partnership opportunities from HALO.
Saket Bagde describes what he learned participating as a mentor in a reverse mentoring program when he was a Ph.D candidate.
Webinar
‘All of Us’ for the future of inclusive research and healthcare
A webinar held in observance of National Minority Health Month featuring the work of two BMB researchers who are using the NIH's All of Us Research Program to do their work and highlighting the importance of including populations from historically marginalized backgrounds in research.
Attracting — and keeping — grad students from all walks of life
Two academic leaders who specialize in recruitment and retention discuss their professional experiences, program outcomes and winning strategies that are worthy of adoption by other institutions. More
“School’s out for summer” book club on gender equity
A discussion of “What Works: Gender Equality by Design” by Iris Bohnet, presented by the ASBMB Women in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Committee. More
Resources from the ASBMB
Scientists of the Americas
A timeline highlighting important achievements in the life sciences made by Hispanic scientists.
Celebrating women in STEM
A timeline highlighting important achievements in STEM made by female scientists.
A history of black scientists
Celebrating important contributions and achievements in science and technology made by black scientists.
Marion B. Sewer Distinguished Scholarship for Undergraduates
Provides up to $2,000 toward undergraduate tuition costs for one academic year.
ASBMB Ruth Kirschstein Diversity in Science Award
Honors an outstanding scientist who has shown a sustained commitment to breaking down local and/or systemic barriers against scientists and students from historically marginalized or excluded groups.
IMAGE grant writing workshop
Transform your grant applications! Learn from NSF, NIH and HHMI program directors how to write winning proposals for federal research funding.
Resources
Resources to help increase your network and continue to enhance diversity within the field.