The ASBMB strives to develop programs that support and increase diversity, equity and inclusion in the fields of biochemistry and molecular biology.
Our diversity, equity and inclusion programs are supported by the Maximizing Access Committee and the Women in Biochemistry and 偷拍偷窥 Biology Committee.
Research Spotlight
Stephen D. Williams
Postdoctoral fellow in medical genetics, Baylor College of Medicine
Nicole Woitowich will receive the ASBMB Emerging Leadership Award at the 2025 ASBMB Annual meeting, April 12鈥�15 in Chicago.
Submit an abstract for ASBMB's meeting on ferroptosis!
Benjamin Garcia will receive the ASBMB Ruth Kirschstein Diversity in Science Award at the ASBMB Annual meeting, April 12鈥�15 in Chicago.
By the end of high school, Crystal Mendoza already had lab experience and was well on her way to a college degree and a promising future. All the bumps in her road lay ahead.
Webinar
鈥楢ll of Us鈥� 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 鈥� and keeping 鈥� 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
鈥淪chool鈥檚 out for summer鈥� book club on gender equity
A discussion of 鈥淲hat Works: Gender Equality by Design鈥� by Iris Bohnet, presented by the ASBMB Women in Biochemistry and 偷拍偷窥 Biology Committee. More
Resources from the ASBMB
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month timeline
A timeline highlighting important achievements in the life sciences made by scientists of Asian American and Pacific Island heritage.
Scientists of the Americas
A timeline highlighting important achievements in the life sciences made by Hispanic scientists.
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.
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.
Resources
Resources to help increase your network and continue to enhance diversity within the field.