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Our team comprises of extraordinary scientists, including a Nobel laureates, who have advanced fundamental knowledge and brought about a revolutionary change in the methods of prevention, detection, and treatment of numerous types of cancers and other diseases. The pioneering scientific and medical research they conduct has been consistently recognized by various national and international organizations, highlighting the significance of their contributions, further establishing their credibility as award-winning scientists.

Nobel Prize

MARIO CAPECCHI, PHD, 2007 NOBEL PRIZE WINNER IN GENETICS PHYSIOLOGY OR MEDICINE

Mario R. Capecchi, a distinguished professor of human genetics and biology at the University of Utah’s Eccles Institute of Human Genetics, was awarded the 2007 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine. The prize recognizes Capecchi’s pioneering development of “knockout mice” technology, a gene-targeting technique that has revolutionized the study of mammalian biology and allowed the creation of animal models for hundreds of human diseases, including the modeling of cancers in the mouse.

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Mario Capecchi, 2007 Nobel Prize Winner in Genetics
Mario Capecchi, 2007 Nobel Prize Winner in Genetics

National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine

The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (NASEM), also known as the National Academies, collectively represent the scientific national academy of the United States. Their mission is to provide unbiased and expert guidance that informs policy decisions, drives innovation, and addresses complex societal challenges for the greater good. Their extensive work spans diverse fields, including science, engineering, and health.

Within this framework, the academies recognize exceptional individual achievements through a variety of prestigious awards. These accolades celebrate outstanding contributions in areas such as science, medicine, and engineering. By offering impartial and factual recommendations, the National Academies contribute to evidence-based policies, ignite creativity, and foster the betterment of society.

    Mario Capecchi, PhD

    1991

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    Baldomero M. Olivera, PhD

    2009

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    Wesley Sundquist, PhD

    2014

    Research

    Brenda Bass, PhD

    2015

    Research

    Dana Carroll, PhD

    2017

    Research

    Mary Beckerle, PhD

    2021

    Research

    Erik Jorgensen, PhD

    2022

    Research

    Sung Wan Kim, PhD

    1999

    Research

    Mary Beckerle, PhD

    2008

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    Mario Capecchi, PhD

    2015

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    Wendy Chapman, PhD

    2015

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    Adam Bress, PharmD

    Fellow 2020

    Research

    Michelle Debbink, MD, PhD

    Fellow 2023

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    Valerie Vaughn, MD, MS

    Fellow 2023

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    Sung Wan Kim, PhD

    2003

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    Jindřich Henry Kopeček, PhD, DSc

    2011

    Research

    Bradley R. Cairns, PhD, whose research has made fundamental contributions to understanding the processes of gene packaging, unpackaging, and expression, was honored with election to the Fellows of The Royal Society—one of the most prestigious recognitions for scientists in the British Commonwealth, comparable to membership in the National Academy of Sciences in the United States. This honor is awarded through nominations from Commonwealth peers and is based on a scientist's lifetime achievements.

    Fellows of the Royal Society

    Bradley R. Cairns, PhD

    2023

    Bradley R. Cairns, PhD, whose research has made fundamental contributions to understanding the processes of gene packaging, unpackaging, and expression, was honored with election to the Fellows of The Royal Society—one of the most prestigious recognitions for scientists in the British Commonwealth, comparable to membership in the National Academy of Sciences in the United States. This honor is awarded through nominations from Commonwealth peers and is based on a scientist's lifetime achievements.

    MacArthur Fellows

    The MacArthur Foundation’s Fellows Program is a prestigious award that recognizes exceptional individuals who have demonstrated remarkable originality and unwavering dedication in their respective fields. Candidates from diverse areas of expertise are considered for this honor. The fellowship not only celebrates past achievements but also invests in the future. Recipients receive financial support to further their groundbreaking work, whether by deepening their expertise, embarking on new endeavors, or even exploring entirely different fields. The focus is on an individual’s potential to make significant contributions to society through innovative and original pursuits.

    Susan Mango, Photo credit: John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation.

    Susan Mango, PhD

    2008

    Synthesizing approaches from genetics, genomics, ecology, and embryology to address one of the most challenging questions in developmental biology — how organs are formed.

    Nels Elde, PhD

    2020

    Investigating the molecular mechanisms and evolutionary processes driving host-pathogen interactions.

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    National Academy of Inventors Fellows

    The NAI Fellows Program, designed to recognize academic innovators, celebrates those who have demonstrated exceptional creativity by creating or enabling groundbreaking inventions. These inventions have directly improved the quality of life, fostered economic development, and contributed to the overall welfare of society.

    Anne Blaschke-Bonkowsky, MD, PhD

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    Lisa Cannon-Albright, PhD

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    David Hillyard, MD

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    Sung Wan Kim, PhD

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    Jindřich Henry Kopeček, PhD, DSc

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    Thomas Parks, PhD

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    Carl Wittwer, MD, PhD

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    David Grainger, PhD

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    Michael L. Good, MD

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    Bellamkonda Kishore, MD, PhD

    Senior Member

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    Thomas (Wade) Fallin

    Senior Member

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    Additional National Honors

      The Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) is a philanthropic organization and biomedical research entity dedicated to advancing scientific research and education.

      The AAAS acknowledges and honors the accomplishments of its members, distinguished leaders in diverse fields such as arts, humanities, mathematics, physics, and biology.

       

      The NIH Director’s New Innovator Award provides funding to early-career investigators with exceptional creativity, supporting their innovative and high-impact research proposals.

      The Searle Scholars Program awards grants to chosen universities and research institutes to fund independent research conducted by outstanding junior faculty in the fields of biomedical sciences and chemistry.

      The Doris Duke Clinical Scientist Development Awards offer funding opportunities for early-career physician-scientists to help them advance towards independent careers in clinical research.

      The Pew Scholars Program in the Biomedical Sciences provides financial support to promising early-career researchers who are making significant contributions to enhancing human health. Grants are allocated to selected academic institutions to assist outstanding individuals in conducting independent research.