And they’re off: Budget season begins in Congress
Editorial

And they’re off: Budget season begins in Congress

By Lynn Marquis
ASBMB’s director of public affairs explains the federal budget process after the president’s proposal, highlighting proposed cuts to science agencies, next steps in Congress and how ASBMB will advocate for research funding and mobilize members.
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Redesigning with students in mind
Essay

Redesigning with students in mind

April 29, 2026

Assistant professor reflects on how the shift to online teaching revealed gaps in points-based grading and led to a redesign centered on transparency and student growth.

Teaching beyond information transfer
Essay

Teaching beyond information transfer

April 29, 2026

Educator reflects on moving beyond lectures to create a biochemistry classroom centered on engagement, transparency and student ownership, showing how small shifts like “student hours” and active learning can transform understanding.

Mayday! Lessons from cellular dysfunction and group work dynamics
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Mayday! Lessons from cellular dysfunction and group work dynamics

April 28, 2026

An upper-level biology course revealed that strong science doesn’t guarantee strong teamwork. One instructor shares how failed group dynamics reshaped their approach, leading to more structured, collaborative and effective student learning.

Showing students that it’s OK to ask questions
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Showing students that it’s OK to ask questions

April 28, 2026

Assistant professor reflects on how admitting uncertainty and following student questions beyond the syllabus reshaped classroom culture, encouraging curiosity, vulnerability and deeper engagement in introductory biology.

Park wins Parkinson’s award
Member News

Park wins Parkinson’s award

April 27, 2026

He is one of three individuals who will receive $90,000 to fund their research.

In memoriam: George C. Hill
In Memoriam

In memoriam: George C. Hill

April 27, 2026

He conducted groundbreaking research on African sleeping sickness, supported countless underrepresented students in medical education and was an ASBMB member for 43 years.

Evolving the undergraduate biochemistry lab
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Evolving the undergraduate biochemistry lab

April 24, 2026

Biochemistry professor reflects on 25 years of teaching lab courses, tracing the shift from technique-driven exercises to course-based undergraduate research experiences.

Promoting positive values in biochemistry classes
Essay

Promoting positive values in biochemistry classes

April 24, 2026

Associate professor integrates emotional awareness and values-based learning into biochemistry courses, helping students improve both academic performance and long-term personal growth.

Timeless reflections on mentorship and teaching
Essay

Timeless reflections on mentorship and teaching

April 23, 2026

Professor at a primarily undergraduate university reflects on how mentorship remains the heart of education, while technology changes how content is delivered and students connect with material and instructors.

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