All ASBMB Fellows
The distinction of ASBMB Fellow is bestowed on members with a history of exceptional and sustained service to the society, as well as a distinguished record of professional accomplishment to advance molecular life sciences in areas such as basic and translational research, application and commercialization, education, outreach, diversity and inclusion, mentorship, leadership and/or public service.
Ahn, Natalie 2021

Natalie Ahn
Distinguished professor of biochemistry, University of Colorado Boulder
Research interests: Proteomics, cell biology and biophysical approaches to investigating signal-transduction mechanisms, particularly those implicated in cancer.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- Past president
- JBC editorial board
From nominator Ruma Banerjee: "Natalie worked tirelessly to enhance the status of the national meeting and selected a new editor-in-chief for (the ASBMB’s) flagship journal, JBC, which ushered in sweeping and positive changes ... Natalie’s scientific record is stellar."
Allen, Karen 2021

Karen Allen
Professor of chemistry, Boston University
Research interests: Enzyme evolution and substrate specificity, with a focus on the haloalkanoate dehalogenase superfamily.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- ASBMB Council
- Women in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Committee
From nominators Ann Stock and Tina Iverson: "(Allen) is a superb scientist who has made fundamental contributions to the field of enzymology ... has her pulse on the leading questions of the field and is an investigator with the highest integrity and values."
Allewell, Norma 2023

Norma Allewell
Emeritus professor, University of Maryland at College Park
Research interests: Protein structure, function and dynamics.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- JBC associate editor
- JBC Editorial Board
From nominators Lila Gierasch and Charles Samuel: "Norma is a pioneer. ... She maintained a cutting-edge research program and enjoyed success as a skilled administrator and academic editor."
Baird, Teaster Jr. 2021

Teaster Baird Jr.
Professor of chemistry and biochemistry, San Francisco State University
Research interests: Serine protease enzymology, modifying catalytic activity, substrate specificity and interactions with macromolecular inhibitors.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- Education and Professional Development Committee
- Student Chapters Committee
From the nominators: "(Baird) sees potential, provides opportunities, and gives a voice to students and faculty who often are forgotten or overlooked ... (and) is constantly pushing the boundaries of the way students are educated."
Baldwin, Thomas 2023

Thomas Baldwin
Emeritus professor, University of California, Riverside
Research interests: Bioluminescence in organisms.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- Public Affairs Advisory Committee
- Science Outreach and Communications Committee
- JBC Editorial Board
From nominator Ralph Bradshaw: "Tom is an accomplished scientist, educator and academic administrator."
Bandarian, Vahe 2022

Vahe Bandarian
Professor of biological chemistry, University of Utah
Research interests: Developing molecular level understanding of biosynthesis of complex natural products.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- Minority Affairs Committee
- Women in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Committee
- JBC Editorial Board
From nominator Catherine Drennan: "His CV has example after example of newly discovered chemistry, newly discovered enzymes and biochemical mysteries solved."
Banerjee, Ruma 2021

Ruma Banerjee
Professor of biological chemistry, University of Michigan
Research interests: Enzymes that metabolize and transform sulfur-containing compounds.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- ASBMB Council
- Minority Affairs Committee
- JBC associate editor
- MOSAIC co-principal investigator
From nominator Tina Iverson: "Ruma is a mover and shaker in enzymology... (who) has maintained this field-leading research program in the context of extensive service to her home institutions and the world at large."
Barbour, Suzanne 2021

Suzanne Barbour
Dean of the graduate school and professor of biochemistry and biophysics, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- ASBMB Council
- Minority Affairs Committee
- JLR editorial board
From nominator Sterling Bradley: "(Barbour) is a recognized national advocate for many aspects of career development and the challenge facing working scientists and the coming generation of scientists."
Baserga, Susan J. 2023

Susan J. Baserga
Professor of molecular biophysics and biochemistry, Yale University
Research interests: Ribosomal biogenesis and assembly.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- Women in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Committee
- Public Affairs Advisory Committee
From nominator Jennifer Gerton: "In addition to her service to ASBMB, Susan is a seasoned leader in the field, and brings a special perspective as an M.D. and Ph.D."
Bell, J. Ellis 2021

J. Ellis Bell
Lecturer in chemistry and biochemistry, University of San Diego
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- Education and Professional Development Committee
- Student Chapters Committee
From nominator Marilee Benore: "Ellis' gift is his ability to step back and allow faculty to work within the strategic outline to create change, develop professionally and then step into their own leadership roles."
Benore, Marilee 2023

Marilee Benore
Professor of biochemistry and biological sciences, University of Michigan–Dearborn
Research interests: Vitamin transport; women’s persistence in STEM.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- Women in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Committee
- Student Chapters subcommittee
From nominator Michael Pikaart: "She is a careful, methodical and well-trained scientist ... And she shares her knowledge generously in print and in person."
Benovic, Jeffrey 2022

Jeffrey Benovic
Professor of biochemistry and molecular biology, Thomas Jefferson University
Research interests: Regulation of G protein–coupled receptor signaling.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- ASBMB Council
- Publications Committee
- JBC Editorial Board
From nominators Steven McMahon: "Dr. Benovic’s investigations opened up an entire new field of study... (and) his contributions to biochemistry extend well beyond his own scientific discoveries."
Booker, Squire 2021

Squire Booker
Professor of chemistry and biochemistry and molecular biology, Pennsylvania State University
Research interests: Catalytic mechanisms of redox enzymes involved in natural product biosynthesis and human health.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- Minority Affairs Committee
- IMAGE founding principal investigator
From nominator Ruma Banerjee: "Squire’s work is characterized by its elegance and rigor. ... His research productivity is all the more impressive given his heavy teaching load and service commitments both at Penn State and nationally."
Bradshaw, Ralph 2022

Ralph Bradshaw
Emeritus professor of physiology and biophysics, University of California, Irvine
Professor of pharmacology, University of California, San Diego
Research interests: Growth factor action, signal transduction and protein processing.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- ASBMB Council
- Public Affairs Advisory Committee
- MCP editor-in-chief
From nominators William Merrick: "I can think of no one who has devoted more time and energy to the ASBMB in his almost 60 years as a researcher."
Brautigan, David 2022

David Brautigan
Emeritus professor of microbiology, immunology and cancer biology, University of Virginia
Research interests: Signal transduction by protein kinases and phosphatases.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- ASBMB Council
- Public Affairs Advisory Committee
- JBC Editorial Board
From nominator John Lazo: "In addition to his admirable research record, David has committed a significant amount of his effort to support ASBMB."
Brenner, Charles 2023

Charles Brenner
Professor and chair of diabetes and cancer metabolism, City of Hope National Medical Center
Research interests: NAD metabolomics, virology, diabetes.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- Publications Committee
- ASBMB Today editorial advisory board
From nominator Rama Natarajan: "Brenner is a true leader who has advanced biochemistry and molecular biology with his own teaching, with his national work on education, with his mentorship of trainees and junior faculty members, with his highly original research program, with translation of his research program, and with his rigorous and broad commitment to outreach and honest science communications."
Burlingame, Alma 2022

Alma Burlingame
Professor of chemistry and pharmaceutical chemistry, University of California, San Francisco
Research interests: Using proteomic techniques to study diverse protein-level challenges.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- ASBMB Council
- MCP editor-in-chief and cofounder
From nominator Steven Carr: "He has worked tirelessly on behalf of biological mass spectrometry and proteomics community... Al has been a strong and passionate spokesman for our field."
Cameron, Craig 2023

Craig Cameron
Professor and chair of microbiology and immunology, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Research interests: RNA viruses and RNA polymerases.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- Maximizing Access Committee
- Public Affairs Advisory Committee
- Education and Professional Development Committee
- JBC associate editor
From nominator S. Gaylen Bradley: "Cameron has established himself as an outstanding molecular biologist ... (and) has an impressive record of publications on molecular biology of viruses and enzymes..."
Carman, George 2021

George Carman
Professor of food science, Rutgers University
Research interests: Regulation of phospholipid synthesis using the yeast Saccharomyces cerevisia.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- ASBMB Council
- JBC associate editor
- JLR associate editor
- Lipid Research Division co-founder
From nominator Alfred H. Merrill Jr.: "George has made impressive contributions to science through both the discoveries of his laboratory and his assistance to others through these activities."
Clemons, Willam 2022

Willam Clemons
Professor of biochemistry, California Institute of Technology
Research interests: Tail-anchored protein targeting, membrane protein expression and bacterial glycobiology.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- JBC Editorial Board
From nominator Douglas Rees: "(Clemons's) research has been at the forefront of advances providing the structural foundations of integral membrane protein biogenesis, and he has been a remarkable advocate for the diversification of STEM through his leadership and tireless efforts."
Corbett, Anita 2022

Anita Corbett
Professor of biology, Emory University
Research interests: Function of evolutionarily-conserved RNA binding proteins.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- Public Affairs Advisory Committee
- JBC Editorial Board
From nominator Christine Dunham: "Dr. Corbett is an outstanding scientist and committed member of the ASBMB community."
Cox, Michael 2021

Michael Cox
Professor of biochemistry, University of Wisconsin–Madison
Research interests: DNA replication and repair.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- ASBMB Council
- Education and Professional Development Committee
- JBC associate editor
From nominator Aaron Hoskin: "Mike is a remarkable scientist. ... From writing a grant to writing an exam, Mike has been an exceptional scientific role model in every way."
Craig, Paul 2022

Paul Craig
Professor of chemistry and materials science, Rochester Institute of Technology
Research interests: Developing interactive computer programs that simulate separations processes encountered in biochemistry and proteomics.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- Education and Professional Development Committee
- ASBMB Today editorial advisory board
From nominator Lea Michel: "Paul is the epitome of an outstanding teacher–scholar."
Dean, Dennis 2022

Dennis Dean
Distinguished professor of biochemistry, Virginia Tech
Research interests: Mechanism for biological nitrogen fixation and the biological pathways for assembly of simple and complex metalloclusters.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- Publications Committee
- JBC Editorial Board
From nominator Squire Booker: "It can be argued that he is the father of the field of ironsulfur cluster biogenesis."
De La Cruz, Enrique 2021

Enrique De La Cruz
Professor of molecular biophysics and biochemistry, Yale University
Research interests: Actin cytoskeleton, molecular motor proteins and nucleotide signaling enzymes.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- Minority Affairs Committee
- MOSAIC advisory board
- JBC associate editor
From nominator Mark Hochstrasser: "Enrique is an active member of the ASBMB and is an exemplary scientist in his research, teaching and training, particularly of underrepresented scientists. ... He has done an enormous amount of work in helping to build diversity both here at Yale and elsewhere."
Dennis, Edward 2021

Edward Dennis
Distinguished professor of chemistry and biochemistry, University of California, San Diego
Research interests: Lipid metabolism and cell signaling, phospholipase A2 enzymes.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- ASBMB Council
- Education and Professional Development Committee
- Past editor-in-chief of JLR
- JBC editorial board
From nominator George Carman: "Numerous investigators have entered the field of phospholipases and signal transduction as well as lipidomics because of the contributions of Dr. Dennis. ... The fact that many of his past students are now leaders in the field in their own right is testimony of his outstanding ability to train and motivate people."
Denu, John 2021

John Denu
Professor of biomolecular chemistry, University of Wisconsin–Madison
Research interests: Enzymes responsible for adding and removing post-translational modifications.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- Nominating Committee
- JBC associate editor
- JBC editorial board
From nominator Sharon Dent: "John’s research is consistently trailblazing. ... John is a highly productive scientist... (who) is also highly committed to teaching and mentoring."
Dohlman, Henrik 2021

Henrik Dohlman
Professor of pharmacology, University of North Carolina
Research interests: G protein–coupled receptor signaling and desensitization in yeast.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- JBC associate editor
- JBC editorial board
From nominator Jeremy Thorner: "Henrik has made numerous path-finding contributions about what are now known as G-protein coupled receptors. ... Moreover, in the process, he has trained legions of his own Ph.D. students and postdoctoral trainees."
Dowhan, William 2021

William Dowhan
Professor of biochemistry and molecular biology, University of Texas Health Sciences Center at Houston McGovern Medical School
Research interests: Lipid‒protein interactions.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- Meetings Committee
- JBC editorial board
From nominator George Carman: "Dr. Dowhan’s success lies in successfully challenging dogma ... use of evolving technology and approaches ... and generating new concepts."
Drennan, Catherine 2021

Catherine Drennan
Professor of biology and chemistry, Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Research interests: Structural biology of metalloenzymes.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- Education and Professional Development Committee
- Publications Committee
From nominator Tina Iverson: “Deep commitment to education and inclusivity ... (and) long service to ASBMB, her contributions to training, and her stature as a world leader in the field warrant her inclusion."
Dunham, Christine 2022

Christine Dunham
Professor of biochemistry, Emory University
Research interests: Effect of RNA modifications, bacterial toxins and antibiotics on gene expression.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- JBC Editorial Board
- Publications Committee
From nominator Anita Corbett: "In her research group, Dr. Dunham has tackled critical scientific questions that are key... to addressing one of the most pressing clinical challenges of the day in antibiotic resistance."
Felder Sumter, Takita 2021

Takita Felder Sumter
Dean of the College of Arts & Sciences and professor of chemistry, Winthrop University
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- ASBMB Council
- Minority Affairs Committee
- Student Chapters Committee
From nominator Heather J. Evans Anderson: "... the products of Dr. Sumter’s mentorship skills have established broad contributions and her widespread impacts will continue to influence the next generation of science education and production of scientists."
Fleming, Karen 2021

Karen Fleming
Professor of biophysics, Johns Hopkins University
Research interests: Membrane-protein folding — structural basis of chaperone interactions with unfolded membrane proteins.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- ASBMB Council
- JBC associate editor
From nominator Cynthia Wolberger: "She has worked extensively on issues facing women in STEM ... and has recently expanded her efforts to confront issues that face both women and men of color."
Flores, Sonia 2023

Sonia Flores
Professor and vice chair for diversity and justice, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Research interests: HIV.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- Maximizing Access Committee
- IMAGE steering committee
From nominator Ruma Banerjee​: "For her substantial and substantive contributions to ASBMB and across all levels of our scientific community, to promoting STEM diversity, Sonia is most deserving of being recognized as an ASBMB Fellow."
Forsburg, Susan 2023

Susan Forsburg
Professor of biological sciences, University of Southern California
Research interests: Chromosome duplication and maintenance.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- Public Affairs Advisory Committee
From nominators: "Forsburg is an outstanding scientist with an impressive track record of service to ASBMB as well as a commitment to the field of molecular biology."
Gatto, Gregory J. Jr. 2023

Gregory J. Gatto Jr.
Scientific director, GSK
Research interests: Drug discovery.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- ASBMB Council
- Membership Committee
From nominators Mark R. Harpel and Jeremy M. Berg: "...in his scientific accomplishments and professional record, commitment to educating and encouraging other scientists, and participation as a leader within ASBMB, Greg embodies the spirit and character of an ASBMB Fellow."
Gierasch, Lila 2021

Lila Gierasch
Distinguished professor of biochemistry and molecular biology, University of Massachusetts Amherst
Research interests: Protein folding — mechanisms of molecular chaperones and the effects of misfolded protein aggregates.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- JBC editor-in-chief
From nominator Daniel Hebert: "What is most special about Lila are the so many things she does that do not show up on a resume. Beyond serving as an example of excellence and dedication, she cares deeply about her trainees and colleagues."
Gordon, Barbara 2022

Barbara Gordon
Former executive director of the ASBMB
From nominator Gaylen Bradley: "Barbara Gordon has made exceptional contributions to the society and its programs over and above her role as an employee."
Greer, Susanna 2022

Susanna Greer
Senior director for clinical cancer research and immunology, American Cancer Society
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- ASBMB Council
- Science Outreach and Communication Committee
From nominators Nicole Woitowich and Matt Koci: "She is a champion for broader representation among scientists, and making science more accessible to the public and stakeholders."
Guengerich, F. Peter 2021

F. Peter Guengerich
Professor of biochemistry, Vanderbilt University School of Medicine Basic Sciences
Research interests: Mechanisms of activation and detoxication of chemical carcinogens and toxicants.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- ASBMB Council
- Public Affairs Advisory Committee
- JBC deputy editor
From nominator Lawrence J. Marnett: "(Guengerich's) extraordinary accomplishments in scientific research are matched only by his devotion to the ASBMB."
Haltiwanger, Robert 2023

Robert Haltiwanger
Professor, University of Georgia
Research interests: O-linked glycosylation.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- Publications Committee
- JBC associate editor
- JBC Editorial Board
From nominators Christopher M. West and Michael Tiemeyer: "Bob is an outstanding scientist who, together with his tireless leadership and service efforts, has effected a significant and sustained impact on the field of biochemistry and molecular biology especially in the disciplines of glycobiology and developmental biology."
Hamm, Heidi 2021

Heidi Hamm
Professor of pharmacology, ophthalmology and visual sciences, and orthopedics, Vanderbilt University School of Medicine Basic Sciences
Research interests: G proteins’ roles in protease-activated receptor signaling in the cardiovascular system and regulation of exocytosis at synapses.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- Past president
- ASBMB Council
- JBC editorial board
From nominator Tina Iverson: "...her national contributions to science advocacy and her stature as a world leader in the field warrant her inclusion."
Hannun, Yusuf 2022

Yusuf Hannun
Director, Stony Brook Cancer Center
Research interests: Roles of sphingolipids in cell signaling, programmed cell death and carcinogenesis.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- JBC Editorial Board
- Lipid Research Division cofounder
From nominators: "He brings honor and recognition to the fields of biochemistry and molecular biology."
Hart, Gerald 2022

Gerald Hart
Professor of biochemistry and molecular biology, University of Georgia
Research interests: How nutrients regulate signaling and transcription by O-GlcNAcylation.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- Past president
- ASBMB Council
- JBC Editorial Board
- MCP associate editor
From nominators Christopher West and Michael Tiemeyer: "Jerry is broadly recognized and appreciated as an excellent citizen, always willing to do what is needed to support the group effort. He is approachable to students and faculty colleagues, unpretentious and can be counted on to offer a thoughtful and balanced opinion on wide-ranging issues."
Johnson, Eric 2022

Eric Johnson
Professor of molecular medicine, Scripps Research Institute
Research interests: Structure, function and regulation of cytochrome P450.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- JBC Editorial Board
From nominator F. Peter Guengerich: "Throughout Eric's career, one of the hallmarks of his research is the very high quality of his work, regardless of the scientific area he works in."
Leahy, Daniel 2022

Daniel Leahy
Professor of molecular biosciences, University of Texas at Austin
Research interests: Molecular mechanisms of signaling in EGFR and Hedgehog signaling pathways.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- ASBMB Council
From nominators Jessie Zhang, Daniel Raben and Jason McLellan: "Dan Leahy's achievements and leadership have made tremendous impacts on the scientific society and community."
Lemmon, Mark 2023

Mark Lemmon
Professor and chair of pharmacology, Yale University
Research interests: RTK signaling.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- ASBMB Council
From nominator Alex Toker: "Prof. Lemmon actively and effectively fosters the careers of not only those who work with him but, perhaps more impressively, of those young scientists whose work intersects with his."
Marqusee, Susan 2023

Susan Marqusee
Professor of molecular and cell biology, University of California, Berkeley
Research interests: Structural and dynamic information encoded in the linear sequence of amino acids.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- ASBMB Council
From nominator Eva Nogales: "Susan has, in addition to a stellar scientific career, a fantastic record of service to the scientific community at large and to ASBMB in particular."
Merrick, William 2021

William Merrick
Professor of biochemistry, Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
Research interests: Eukaryotic translation initiation.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- Public Affairs Advisory Committee
- JBC editorial board
From nominator Thomas Dever: "His work has established much of our current understanding of the initiation pathway for eukaryotic protein synthesis and the biochemical properties of the translation factors."
Merrill, Alfred 2022

Alfred Merrill
Emeritus professor of biosciences, Georgia Institute of Technology
Research interests: Sphingolipids and mass spectrometry.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- JBC Editorial Board
- JLR associate editor
From nominator George Carman: "Al has made impressive contributions to science through both the discoveries by his laboratory and his assistance to others through service activities."
Mertz, Pamela 2023

Pamela Mertz
Professor of chemistry and biochemistry, St. Mary’s College of Maryland
Research interests: Lipid metabolism and intracellular drug synthesis; science pedagogy.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- Student Chapters steering committee
From nominator Kristin Fox: "Her numerous activities of increasing responsibility show the high esteem that her colleagues at ASBMB hold her in."
Montgomery, Beronda 2022

Beronda Montgomery
Dean and vice president of academic affairs, Grinnell College
Research interests: How photosynthetic organisms respond to their environments.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- JBC Editorial Board
From nominator Thomas Sharkey: "(Montgomery) has worked tirelessly to achieve an exemplary record of scholarly research, mentoring and public service through diversity initiatives... (and) is a treasured colleague in many spheres of the scientific academy."
Newton, Alexandra 2021

Alexandra Newton
Distinguished professor of pharmacology, University of California, San Diego
Research interests: Molecular mechanisms of cell signaling.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- ASBMB Council
- JBC editorial board
From nominator John D. Scott: "Alexandra is a thought leader in the field of signal transduction, a role model for the next generation of women biochemists, and a tireless advocate for ASBMB. ... There is no question that ASBMB is a better organization as a result of (her) insights, commitment and enthusiasm."
Ntambi, James 2023

James Ntambi
Professor, University of Wisconsin–Madison
Research interests: Genetic regulation of metabolism in health and disease.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- ASBMB Council
- JBC Editorial Board
From nominator Gerald Hart: "(Ntambi) has been and continues to be truly outstanding and at the cutting edge, having dramatic impacts on our fundamental understanding of genetic regulation of metabolism."
Orth, Kim 2022

Kim Orth
Professor of molecular biology, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
Research interests: Interactions between bacterial effectors and host cells in infection.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- Meetings Committee
- Awards Committee
From nominator Eric Olson: "(Orth's work) represents a unique convergence of biochemistry and cellular biology with the basic mechanisms of infectious disease."
Ortiz, Phillip 2023

Phillip Ortiz
Assistant provost for undergraduate and STEM education, State University of New York
Research interests: STEM education.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- Maximizing Access Committee
- Student Chapters steering committee
From nominator Marilee Benore: "Phil Ortiz has had a long-term and critical impact on the work of the ASBMB society in his diverse roles in education research, diversity and inclusion efforts, and in connecting BMB researchers internationally."
Peters, Reuben 2022

Reuben Peters
Distinguished professor of biochemistry, biophysics and molecular biology, Iowa State University
Research interests: Synthetic pathways of diterpenoids.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- JBC Editorial Board
- IMAGE steering committee
From nominator Squire Booker: "In addition to his scientific accomplishments, Prof. Peters has been a leader with regard to service to the profession, especially ASBMB, and has given his time selflessly to mentoring the next generation of scientists. "
Phillips, Margaret 2022

Margaret Phillips
Professor of biochemistry, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
Research interests: Metabolism in protozoan parasites.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- JBC Editorial Board
From nominator Kim Orth: "(Phillips) exemplifies the curious, clever, efficacious, rigorous and altruistic science that her peers drive to emulate."
Pikaart, Michael 2023

Michael Pikaart
Professor of chemistry, Hope College
Research interests: Environmental microbiology; biochemistry pedagogy.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- Education and Professional Development Committee
- Student Chapters steering committee
From nominator John Tansey: "His work with the society, his work with students, his scientific contributions and his contributions to education all collectively paint a picture of someone the society should be proud to call a fellow."
Raben, Daniel 2021

Daniel Raben
Professor of biological chemistry, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Research interests: Enzymology, structure, regulation and function of lipid-metabolizing enzymes.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- JBC editorial board
- JLR editorial board
- Lipid Research Division co-founder
From nominator Michael Wolfgang: "It is hard to imagine another ASBMB member who has contributed as much service to the society in as many capacities over the last 25 years."
Roberts, Mary 2022

Mary Roberts
Emeritus professor of chemistry, Boston College
Research interests: Protein–membrane interactions.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- JBC Editorial Board
From nominator Lizbeth Hedstrom: "(Roberts’) plethora of scientific contributions were facilitated by her generosity, manifest in many successful, lasting collaborations."
Rye, Kerry-Anne 2021

Kerry-Anne Rye
Research professor, University of New South Wales
Research interests: Signal-transduction pathways in multiple cell types to identify new therapeutic targets for atherosclerosis and diabetes.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- Meetings Committee
- JLR co-editor-in-chief
From nominator Nicholas Davidson: "Rye has had a long and distinguished scientific career, in which she has advanced the molecular life sciences, through her own research programs as well as through her commitment to education and mentorship and as well as her service to the society."
Smith, William 2023

William Smith
Emeritus professor, University of Michigan Medical School
Research interests: Signal transduction, eicosanoid metabolism and function, lipids and lipid mediators, essential fatty acid metabolism and nutrition.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- JBC associate editor
From nominator George Carman: "Bill’s scientific stature is exemplified by continuous funding from the NIH, service on national and international advisory boards, service on numerous editorial boards besides those operated by ASBMB, and numerous honors and awards."
Spiegel, Sarah 2021

Sarah Spiegel
Professor of biochemistry and molecular biology, Virginia Commonwealth University
Research interests: Sphingosine-1-phosphate.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- JBC editorial board
- JLR editorial board
From nominator Suzanne Barbour: "Dr. Spiegel is a remarkable scientist whose brilliant career has helped to launch and sustain an entire field of biochemistry. In the process, she has trained outstanding scientists and thus has contributed to the development of human resources as well."
Stahelin, Robert 2022

Robert Stahelin
Professor of pharmacy and medicinal chemistry and molecular pharmacology, Purdue University
Research interests: Protein–lipid interactions.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- Lipid Research Division co-director
- JLR Editorial Board
From nominator Erica Ollmann Saphire: "Rob’s service and dedication to the lipid research community (specifically the Lipid Research Division of ASBMB), ASBMB and ASBMB society journals have been nothing short of outstanding."
Starovasnik, Melissa 2023

Melissa Starovasnik
Scientific advisor, Genentech (retired)
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- ASBMB Council
- Membership Committee
From nominator Wayne J. Fairbrother: "I believe her greatest legacy is her contributions as a mentor and a champion for diversity and inclusion."
Storch, Judith 2023

Judith Storch
Professor of nutritional sciences, Rutgers University
Research interests: Fatty acid and cholesterol binding proteins.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- Publications Committee
- Lipid Research Division steering committee
- JBC Editorial Board
From nominator George Carman: "I have the highest regard for her as a scientist, educator and colleague with respect to outreach activities within and outside the ASBMB."
Sundquist, Wesley 2021

Wesley Sundquist
Distinguished professor of biochemistry, University of Utah School of Medicine
Research interests: HIV protein structure and assembly, and interactions with the host endomembrane system.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- ASBMB Council
- Public Affairs Advisory Committee
From nominator Dana Carroll: "It has been my pleasure to have Wes Sundquist as a colleague ... and to witness his amazing accomplishments."
Taylor, Susan 2021

Susan Taylor
Distinguished professor of chemistry and biochemistry, University of California, San Diego
Research interests: Structure, function and dynamics of cAMP-dependent protein kinase.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- Past president
- ASBMB Council
- JBC editorial board
From nominator Alexandra Newton: "Susan’s service to biochemistry and training the next generation of biochemists is exceptional. ... Her leadership has had a far-reaching impact, from UCSD to a global level. ... Her infectious enthusiasm for biochemistry is unparalleled."
Ten Hagen, Kelly 2023

Kelly Ten Hagen
Senior investigator, National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, NIH
Research interests: Regulation of protein O-glycosylation.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- ASBMB Council
- Women in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Committee
- Meetings Committee
- JBC Editorial Board
From nominator Lawrence A. Tabak: "Her efforts led to the formation of the NIH Anti-Harassment Steering Committee (on which she serves), which subsequently led to new policies and procedures for reporting and addressing harassment in the workplace."
Toker, Alex 2022

Alex Toker
Associate director, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center Cancer Research Institute
Professor of pathology, Harvard Medical School
Research interests: Effect of lipid kinase PI(3)K on cancer cell behavior.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- ASBMB Council
- JBC editor-in-chief
From nominator Lila Gierasch: "(Toker) has the wonderful combination of superb research stature, generous and influential service to his profession (notably ASBMB), and compassionate and effective mentoring that position him perfectly to be selected as an ASBMB fellow."
Vanderford, Nathan 2022

Nathan Vanderford
Associate professor of toxicology and cancer biology, University of Kentucky College of Medicine
Research interests: Cancer disparities, health promotion, cancer education and training.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- Education and Professional Development Committee
From nominator Xiaoqi Liu: "Nathan has done what few faculty do in terms of creating a highly innovative and impactful program that is preparing a unique set of underserved students for graduate and professional school and ultimately for a future career in oncology while also enhancing Appalachian Kentucky residents’ understanding of cancer."
Voelker, Dennis 2022

Dennis Voelker
Professor of biochemistry and molecular genetics and medicine, National Jewish Health/University of Colorado School of Medicine
Research interests: Phospholipid–protein interactions, lipid metabolism and lipid transport.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- JBC associate editor
From nominator George Carman: "(Voelker) has had a profound influence on our current understanding of lipid synthesis and transport and the roles lipids play in disease ... (and) provides exemplary service to ASBMB."
Weissbach, Herbert 2021

Herbert Weissbach
Professor emeritus of biological sciences, Florida Atlantic University
Research interests: How cells respond to oxidative stress and how oxidative damage can be prevented.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- ASBMB Council
- JBC associate editor
Wolfson, Adele 2021

Adele Wolfson
Professor emerita of physical and natural sciences, and chemistry, Wellesley College
Research interests: Proteases and peptidases with a focus on the enzyme thimet oligopeptidase.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- Education and Professional Development Committee
- JLR associate editor
From nominators: "Adele is a role model for committee leadership. .... She balances a focus on rigor and consistency with the recognition of diversity and promotion of inclusiveness. ... She has helped lead this society and helped shape its positions as we move forward into the next decade."
Young, Stephen 2021

Stephen Young
Distinguished professor of medicine and human genetics, University of California, Los Angeles
Research interests: Triglyceride-rich lipoprotein processing.
Highlights of ASBMB involvement
- Deuel board
- JLR associate editor
From nominator Peter Tontonoz: "Dr. Young is an international leader in the field of metabolism whose work has transformed decades-old models of lipid physiology. ... He has been the force that has kept the Deuel meeting financially viable and scientifically vibrant."