Member news

de la Fuente honored for AI research
The award will support the development of an AI system called ApexMol, a 3D structure–informed, agentic large language model designed to create new biomolecules.

ASBMB members receive RNA Society awards
The RNA Society awards Brenda Bass, Can Cenik and Karin Musier–Forsyth for their achievements in RNA research and innovation. Winners will be recognized at the closing awards ceremony of the RNA 2026 annual meeting.

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.

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.

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.

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.