The ASBMB Herbert Tabor Research Award recognizes outstanding, innovative research and leadership in biological chemistry and molecular biology.
Funder: American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2027 (Nominations deadline for ASBMB Herbert Tabor Research Award)
Funding Amounts: One-time $30,000 research award plus plaque and travel expenses to present a plenary lecture at the ASBMB annual meeting
Summary: Honors outstanding and innovative achievements in biological chemistry and molecular biology, recognizing leaders who advance scientific discovery and contribute to the scientific community.
Key Information: Both nominators and nominees must be ASBMB members; nominees must have published in the Journal of Biological Chemistry.
The ASBMB Herbert Tabor Research Award is the highest honor presented by the American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. It recognizes individuals for outstanding, innovative accomplishments in biological chemistry and molecular biology, as well as for significant contributions to the scientific community. Established in honor of Dr. Herb Tabor, the award highlights a career marked by impactful research and dedication to advancing science and scientific communication. Recipients are celebrated for pioneering discoveries, leadership, and fostering the scientific enterprise.