She was recognized for her work on inclusion, multiculturalism and social justice.

Researchers identified a protein that could improve the cardiovascular health of patients with progeria.

 

Creator of skin health brand Bluelene was selected from over 14,000 applicants.

Ravin Fisher is a 2nd-year Ph.D. candidate in Volker Briken’s lab. Read about the origins of her love for biology and her path to the University of Maryland!

Wan Chan took on the duties of CBMG department IT Manager in 2016. Read how he became
interested in the magic of IT at an early age!

Professor Wenxia Song joined the Microbiology department in 1996, and has been part of the
CBMG department since its formation two years later. Read about her remarkable journey and
the obstacles she overcame to achieve a career in academia!

Norberto Gonzalez-Juarbe joined the CBMG department earlier this year as an Assistant
Professor. Read about his experience as the first Ph.D. scientist in his family and his journey
from Puerto Rico to UMD.

The funding supports groundbreaking work in the characterization of microbial enzymes and the development of novel wearable devices for monitoring gut health.

We proudly recognize undergraduate and graduate students in UMD’s biological sciences community who recently garnered major honors and awards.

We proudly recognize faculty members in the Department of Cell Biology and Molecular Genetics who recently garnered major honors and awards!