ASBMB William C. Rose Award for Exemplary Contributions to Education
This ASBMB award honors outstanding educators in biochemistry and molecular biology for excellence and innovation in teaching, mentorship, and educational research.
Funder: American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (https://www.asbmb.org)
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2027 (Nomination submission deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $3,000 honorarium plus travel expenses to present a lecture at the ASBMB annual meeting (one-time award)
Summary: Recognizes outstanding educators in biochemistry and molecular biology for exceptional commitment to teaching, mentorship, and educational innovation.
Key Information: Both nominator and nominee must be ASBMB members at the time of nomination.
Description
This award honors individuals who have demonstrated exemplary commitment to the teaching of biochemistry and molecular biology at the undergraduate, graduate, or professional level. The award recognizes outstanding dedication to student learning, mentorship, pedagogical engagement, and innovation in teaching. Nominees should show a strong commitment to mentoring and advancing the careers of students from all backgrounds, and excellence may be demonstrated through teaching, educational leadership, pedagogical publications, scholarship of teaching and learning (SOTL), or educational research. The recipient is selected by the ASBMB Education and Professional Development Committee and is expected to present a lecture at the ASBMB annual meeting.
