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

In memoriam: George C. Hill
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
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.
In memoriam: Simon H. Chang

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Del Mármol, Okafor named 2026 Sloan Research Fellows
They will receive $75,000 to support their research.

Garcia–Blanco, Li elected to VASEM
They are two of 22 Virginia-based scientists honored for their leadership in science, engineering and medicine.

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

Introducing STEM before self-doubt
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
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
He has been a faculty member at Otterbein University since 2002.
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