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: Webinar on funding and training opportunities for those interested in studying the connections between the environment and human disease. Plus, it's time to start thinking about your plan for #DiscoverBMB.
“We need to accept that women may have motivations beyond achievements in the workplace and that career achievements may be secondary to work–life integration,” Marina K. Holz writes.
She was a microbiology professor, a passionate educator and a proponent for racial and gender equality at the University of Pennsylvania.
Happening this week: "Finding the funds" webinar about the National Institute on Aging's opportunities and a journal club about the long-term effects of the pandemic on the careers and lives of women in science.
Webinar
Black history in the making: A postdoc research talk series (Pt. II)
In recognition of Black History Month, the ASBMB and NBPA are highlighting the research of Black postdocs in a series that covers a range of BMB topics. Learn about the innovative research that BMB postdocs are doing.
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.
Ruth Kirschstein Diversity in Science Award
Honors an outstanding scientist who has shown a strong commitment to the encouragement of underrepresented minorities in the scientific enterprise.
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.