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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
Bassler receives National Medal of Science

Bassler receives National Medal of Science

By ASBMB Staff

She was recognized for her research on the molecular mechanisms bacteria use for intercellular communication.

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Bacterial enzyme catalyzes body odor compound formation

Researchers identify a skin-resident Staphylococcus hominis dipeptidase involved in creating sulfur-containing secretions. Read more about this recent Journal of Biological Chemistry paper.

Upcoming opportunities

Friendly reminders to register for the upcoming ASBMB Breakthroughs webinar on nuclear second messenger signaling and ASBMB's in-person symposium on proteomics in Cambridge, Mass.

2025 ASBMB election results

Learn about the new president, secretary, Council members and committee members.

2025 PROLAB awardees announced

Seven early-career scientists receive grants to advance their research by working in North American labs.

In-person Conference

The 15th international symposium on proteomics in the life sciences

Aug. 17–21, 2025 | Cambridge, Mass.

Aug. 17–21 | An international forum for discussion of the remarkable advances in cell and human protein biology revealed by ever-more-innovative and powerful proteomics technologies. Register by July 23.

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More events
Nuclear second messenger signaling: How phospholipids, bilirubin and inositol phosphates directly control gene expression

Nuclear second messenger signaling: How phospholipids, bilirubin and inositol phosphates directly control gene expression

July 9 | Ray Blind of Vanderbilt University presents his research. More