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May 5, 2026
Payton Stevens never planned to become a pancreatic cancer researcher. A temporary job set him on a path from rural Kentucky to leading research on Wnt signaling and metastasis, where he now pairs discovery with mentorship and science advocacy.
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Piehl promoted to associate professor
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Piehl promoted to associate professor

May 4, 2026

He plans to develop a first-year chemistry lab program designed to help students build essential laboratory skills and connect core chemical concepts with real-world challenges.

In memoriam: Susan A. Henry
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In memoriam: Susan A. Henry

May 4, 2026

She was a pioneer in the study of yeast genetics and lipid metabolism and was an editorial board member of the Journal of Biological Chemistry.

ASBMB recognizes Chapman as 2026 outstanding student chapter
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ASBMB recognizes Chapman as 2026 outstanding student chapter

May 1, 2026

The group, led by Cedric Owens, is being honored for its commitment to scientific engagement, mentorship and community building, creating meaningful opportunities for students in biochemistry and molecular biology.

Park wins Parkinson’s award
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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
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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.

Luger wins Vilcek Prize
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Luger wins Vilcek Prize

April 20, 2026

The $100,000 award honors an immigrant scientist in the U.S. whose research has had a significant impact and who demonstrates exceptional leadership in advancing biomedical science.

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In memoriam: Simon H. Chang

He was the first to crystallize a mammalian phosphofructokinase molecule and had been an ASBMB member since 1975.
In memoriam: Simon H. Chang

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Del Mármol, Okafor named 2026 Sloan Research Fellows
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Del Mármol, Okafor named 2026 Sloan Research Fellows

April 13, 2026

They will receive $75,000 to support their research.

Garcia–Blanco, Li elected to VASEM
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Garcia–Blanco, Li elected to VASEM

April 6, 2026

They are two of 22 Virginia-based scientists honored for their leadership in science, engineering and medicine.

Huttenhain, Peng win HUPO awards
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Huttenhain, Peng win HUPO awards

March 30, 2026

Huttenhain and Peng received the Distinguished Service Award and Clinical and Translational Proteomics Award, respectively.

Introducing STEM before self-doubt
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Introducing STEM before self-doubt

March 26, 2026

With hair biology workshops and hands-on STEM programs, Shyretha Brown is building pathways for young girls to see themselves in science. Through Building Bridges, she blends education, identity and access to expand who feels welcome in STEM.

In memoriam: Richard Wolfenden
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In memoriam: Richard Wolfenden

March 23, 2026

He was an enzymologist whose work helped spur the development of ACE inhibitor drugs and has been an ASBMB member since 1967.

Tansey named department chair
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Tansey named department chair

March 16, 2026

He has been a faculty member at Otterbein University since 2002.

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