The ASBMB's diversity, equity and inclusion programs are supported by the Maximizing Access Committee and the Women in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Committee.
Research Spotlight
Shana Stoddard
Assistant professor of chemistry and director for student mentoring, Rhodes College
Just added: JBC Herbert Tabor Early Career Investigator Award nominations are being accepted! Save the date for an ASBMB webinar on advancing antiracism, diversity, equity and inclusion in STEMM organizations.
This week: ASBMB Lipid Research Division seminar series and webinar on competitive academic portfolios. Just added: Opportunities for postdocs and policy fellowship.
This week: Celebrate National Postdoc Appreciation Week with the ASBMB! Just added: New webinars and an award opportunity.
Learn about the session on stress adaptations in tumor progression in the Maximizing Access Committee’s symposium at Discover BMB 2024.
Webinar
‘All of Us’ for the future of inclusive research and healthcare
A webinar held in observance of National Minority Health Month featuring the work of two BMB researchers who are using the NIH's All of Us Research Program to do their work and highlighting the importance of including populations from historically marginalized backgrounds in research.
Attracting — and keeping — grad students from all walks of life
Two academic leaders who specialize in recruitment and retention discuss their professional experiences, program outcomes and winning strategies that are worthy of adoption by other institutions. More
“School’s out for summer” book club on gender equity
A discussion of “What Works: Gender Equality by Design” by Iris Bohnet, presented by the ASBMB Women in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Committee. More
Resources from the ASBMB
Marion B. Sewer Distinguished Scholarship for Undergraduates
Provides up to $2,000 toward undergraduate tuition costs for one academic year.
ASBMB Ruth Kirschstein Diversity in Science Award
Honors an outstanding scientist who has shown a sustained commitment to breaking down local and/or systemic barriers against scientists and students from historically marginalized or excluded groups.
IMAGE grant writing workshop
Transform your grant applications! Learn from NSF, NIH and HHMI program directors how to write winning proposals for federal research funding.
Celebrating women in STEM
A timeline highlighting important achievements in STEM made by female scientists.
A history of black scientists
Celebrating important contributions and achievements in science and technology made by black scientists.
Resources
Resources to help increase your network and continue to enhance diversity within the field.