Department News

Professor of Biochemistry, Biophysics and Structural Biology, Eva Nogales, was awarded the 2026 Vanderbilt Prize in Biomedical Science. The prize recognizes scientists of national reputation who have a stellar record of research accomplishments and are known for mentoring others in science.

Professor of Immunology and Molecular Medicine, Greg Barton, has received the 2026 Lupus Insight Prize (LIP) from the Lupus Research Alliance.

Assistant Professor of Cell Biology, Development and Physiology, Ahmad Nabhan, has been named a 2026 Pew-Stewart Scholar for Cancer Research.

Assistant Professor of Genetics, Genomics, Evolution, and Development, Megan Martik, and Assistant Professor of Immunology and Molecular Medicine, Molly Ohainle, were named 2026-27 Hellman Fellows.

The Division of Biological Sciences recently announced the recruitment of five new faculty members who “represent the best and brightest from across the country.” Among the new hires are Tycho Mevissen and Michael Ward, who are joining the Department of Molecular and Cell Biology. 

Congratulations to Michel DuPage on his promotion to MCB Associate Professor of Immunology and Molecular Medicine!

Congratulations to our MCB PhD, MBT, and BA Class of 2026 graduates!

The MCB Department is proud of our newest graduates and all that they have accomplished! Please help us celebrate the 2026 MCB Commencement Honors awardees listed below.

Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Biochemistry, Biophysics and Structural Biology, Jeremy Thorner, will serve on the Editorial Board of the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS) journal.