The American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Driving fundamental discoveries and supporting scientists at all stages of their careers.
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.

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

Molecular & Cellular Proteomics
MCP showcases cutting-edge advances in proteomics, metabolomics and bioinformatics.

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.

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Find out how to schedule, prepare for and conduct a productive district office meeting to communicate the importance of fundamental scientific research funding to your representatives.
In a 30-year multicenter study, researchers determined what factors predict HDL-C concentration. In their analysis, they found that HDL-C levels grew with increasing age and physical activity.
Submit your abstract for ASBMB's upcoming meetings on nucleophilic proteases, gene expression and O-GlcNAc.
Annual award nominations open through June 4. Nominations now affirm both the nominee’s scientific achievements and their adherence to ASBMB’s values and professional conduct expectations.
Depending on the chain length and origin of the fat, regular fat consumption changes the specific makeup of fats in bloodstream and affect mild to severe cholesterol patterns. Read about this recent Journal of Lipid Research study.
Virtual conference
Nucleophilic proteases: Structure, function, regulation and disease
June 20–21 | Virtual
Virtual conference highlighting key studies on serine, threonine and cysteine proteases, covering biochemistry, biophysics, structural biology, drug discovery, and their roles in diverse physiological and pathological processes. Register by June 18.


From lab to launch: Navigating the path from academia to commercialization
June 26 | Learn strategies for navigating the commercialization process and securing research funding. More

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. Register by June 6. More