Articles tagged with Scientific Associations
COSPAR and IUPAP have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to foster collaboration in physics and space research. The agreement aims to promote international cooperation, advance scientific research, and support global talent development.
The National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) has signed an agreement with the Viet Nam National Cancer Hospital to expand cancer care resources in Vietnam. The collaboration aims to improve cancer care through the adaptation and use of evidence-based clinical practice guidelines.
GSA Connects 2026 brought together geoscientists to share groundbreaking research and exchange ideas. The available recordings are now online, offering journalists and researchers access to the latest developments across the geosciences.
The collaboration aims to advance research and policy responses to address global water challenges, highlighting the need for science-based adaptation and innovative ideas in the water sector. The collection will feature research papers, opinion articles, and essays on key themes related to the UN Water conference and beyond.
Afua Acheampong, an Equality, Diversity and Inclusion leader, has won the Dorothy Jones Diversity & Inclusion Achievement Award for her work advancing diversity and inclusion in STEM. The award highlights her leadership and commitment to building a more diverse, equitable, and resilient scientific workforce.
Drs. Bradley Schlaggar and Amy Bastian, both renowned experts in developmental neuroscience, have been elected to the National Academy of Medicine. Their groundbreaking work has been recognized for its impact on clinical care and public policy. As leaders in their fields, they will advance science and inform policy to improve health ou...
The 67th Supplement to the Check-list of North American Birds includes significant updates, including splits for Tringa semipalmata, Cistothorus palustris, and Setophaga petechia. Guatemala's first endemic bird species, M. castaneiceps, and two new American endemics, A. egretta and N. hudsonicus, are among the notable changes.
Professor Chris Greening, a renowned microbiologist, has been named the winner of the WH Pierce Global Impact in Microbiology Prize. His research focuses on harnessing microorganisms to address global challenges such as climate change, with significant contributions to understanding and mitigating greenhouse gas emissions.
The American Meteorological Society has selected three winners for its 2026 Photo Contest, with cash prizes ranging from $200 to $500. The contest, which received over 1,075 submissions from 84 countries, aims to capture themes of weather, water, and climate through original photography.
The Applied Microbiology International Horizon Awards 2026 recognize outstanding achievements in applied microbiology, with three winners announced: Professor Chris Greening for global impact, Professor Marciane Magnani for food safety and security, and Professor James Ebdon for public health innovation.
Applied Microbiology International has received Investors in Diversity's Silver for Charities accreditation for its strong culture of Fairness, Respect, Equality, Diversity, Inclusion, Engagement. The accreditation recognizes the organization's commitment to creating a respectful and inclusive working environment. The assessment found ...
The American College of Cardiology recognized 21 individuals with the Fellow of the ACC (FACC) designation during the ACC Latin America 2026 conference in Medellín, Colombia. These individuals have demonstrated a deep commitment to advancing excellence in patient care and are part of the ACC's mission to transform cardiovascular care.
The symposium featured various sessions on urology and medical education, covering topics such as AI-based prostate cancer diagnosis and male health. The event also showcased panel discussions on the future of urology and opportunities for global collaborative research.
Dr. Lorenz Studer is known for his pioneering advances in stem cell biology, regenerative medicine, and the development of stem cell-based therapies for neurodegenerative disease.
The KUNIST platform cultivates globally competitive physician-scientists with five core competencies, including clinical problem-solving, convergent research, and commercialization. The collaboration aims to develop joint educational programs, establish collaborative research laboratories, and build a commercialization support platform.
The Alliance QUANTUM trial is testing whether post-transplant consolidation therapy with teclistamab improves survival in patients with primary plasma cell leukemia. Plasma cell leukemia is a rare but aggressive blood cancer with poor long-term survival rates.
The American Meteorological Society recognizes individuals and organizations making a positive difference in the world through fundamental research, public engagement, teaching, and informed decision-making. This year's honorees include Rong Fu, Paola Cessi, Sharon Nicholson, Renhe Zhang, Christian Kummerow, and David Thompson.
Alison Derbenwick Miller brings extensive executive leadership experience to ACM, with a focus on research, education, and global partnerships. As CEO, she aims to strengthen ACM's role in advancing computing, promoting technical excellence, and supporting member growth.
The ESA's 2026 Annual Meeting will present new findings on wildlife ecology, focusing on the ecological relationships between animals, habitats, and human activities. Researchers will examine topics such as predator recovery, species declines, and rewilding, highlighting how wildlife ecology informs conservation strategies.
Dr. Elaine S. Jaffe receives AMP's highest honor for pioneering contributions to lymphoma diagnosis and treatment. Dr. Laura J. Tafe is recognized for her leadership and service to the organization, while Dr. Daniel E. Sabath receives the Meritorious Service Award for his dedication to scientific excellence and organizational service.
Lehigh University has joined an international research consortium to advance commercial space research and innovation, with a focus on low-Earth orbit technology and microgravity science applications. The partnership aims to develop foundational technologies for future commercial platforms, including the Starlab space station.
The American Ornithological Society has awarded seven 2026 Kessel Fellowships to support early-career researchers investigating avian ecology, behavior, conservation, genetics, and climate change. The fellowships aim to address the growing gap in understanding Arctic wildlife responses to environmental change.
Researchers at ESA's Annual Meeting will present new findings on the ecological effects of fire across forests, rangelands, peatlands and urban natural areas. The studies examine changing fire regimes, post-fire recovery, wildlife responses and the ecological effects of smoke, ash and fire retardants.
The Korea University College of Medicine and UNIST have been selected for the Ministry of Health and Welfare's K-MediST program, aiming to establish a leading model for integrated education and research in medical science and technology. The partnership will create an innovative interdisciplinary hub bridging medicine and engineering.
The American Meteorological Society (AMS) has released a statement expressing concerns about the proposed OMB rule on federal grantmaking changes. The rule could reduce public access to weather information, slow commercialization of advances in weather science, and limit scientific collaboration.
The ESA Annual Meeting 2026 features presentations on AI in ecology for analyzing large datasets, predicting invasive species spread, and improving food security monitoring. The meeting aims to accelerate discovery and effective application of AI tools in ecological research and conservation.
Glenn Thackray takes the helm as GSA President, focusing on advancing geoscience research, education, and public service. With a strong background in leadership experience and passion for mentoring the next generation of scientists, Thackray aims to strengthen the Society's impact.
The AACR Cancer Disparities Progress Report 2026 highlights the progress being made against cancer disparities while also raising awareness of the disproportionate toll that cancer continues to exact on certain populations. The report calls for continued federal support for cancer disparities research to ensure that advances against ca...
The Intermountain West faces mounting challenges related to water scarcity, climate change, wildfire, and rapid human development. Scientists will discuss Indigenous-led solutions to restore landscapes and conserve wildlife.
The American Ornithological Society has recognized Daniel Cadena and Kimberly Rosvall as the 2026 William Brewster Memorial Award recipients for outstanding contributions to ornithological science. The awards are given in recognition of their research on birds, conservation efforts, and service to the AOS.
The American Society for Nutrition (ASN) and The Obesity Society (TOS) have formed a strategic alliance to accelerate progress in both fields. This collaboration will drive evidence-based solutions that shape practice, inform policy, and improve health outcomes worldwide.
A new PLOS report proposes a 'knowledge stack' publishing model to better support open science. This model connects articles with associated outputs like data, code, and methods to create a structured, open record of research. The report highlights the need for coordinated action beyond publishing to address challenges in existing models.
Elisa Bertino, Purdue University professor, has been elected ACM President, aiming to strengthen the organization's role in promoting computing excellence. She plans to support early-career researchers, promote open access to publications, and expand ACM's reach globally.
The National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) has launched a new free service providing weekly email updates on changes to evidence-based guidelines for cancer prevention, screening, treatment, and supportive care. The service aims to keep healthcare providers up-to-date with rapidly evolving evidence-based recommendations.
The American Ornithological Society recognizes Devon DeRaad and Fengyi Guo for their outstanding work in ornithology, while Olivia M. Smith receives the Ned K. Johnson Award. The award winners will present their research at the AOS annual meeting in Amherst, Massachusetts.
Stephanie Plaza-Torres, a geoscientist with a background in paleontology and geochemistry, has been named the 2026-2027 GSA-USGS Congressional Science Fellow. She will support legislative work on issues where science informs public decisions.
The American Society for Nutrition has appointed Dr. Brian Lindshield as the new Interim Editor-in-Chief of Current Developments in Nutrition (CDN). With extensive experience and a strong record of leadership in academic nutrition, Dr. Lindshield will build on CDN's foundation for continued growth and innovation.
Illinois Tech Professor of Applied Mathematics Fred Hickernell has been named a SIAM fellow for his outstanding research and contributions to high-dimensional integration and approximation. He is developing software libraries that make cutting-edge computational methods accessible to researchers.
Dr. Gang Hu's research focuses on the complex interplay between lifestyle factors, biomarkers and genetic influences in chronic disease development. He has made significant contributions to understanding gestational diabetes mellitus and its long-term health effects.
The University of Manchester has been recognized for its significant contribution to computer science with the third IEEE Milestone Award, honoring the invention of Manchester Code in 1948-1949. The code's self-clocking design enables reliable transmission and remains a key feature in modern digital systems.
The Ecological Society of America has announced eight new Fellows and ten Early Career Fellows for their exceptional contributions to ecological research and applications. The recipients include experts in various fields such as plant ecology, community ecology, disease ecology, and ecosystem resilience.
The International Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research has announced the 2026 winners of the Joseph Lister Award for New Investigators. The award recognizes original research in oral disease prevention or oral health promotion.
Talita Ventura, a researcher at the University of São Paulo, has been awarded the 2026 IADR John Greenspan Travel Award for her contributions to salivary proteomics and oral health. She will receive $2,000 to attend and present her research at the IADR General Session.
The International Association for Dental Research recognizes top junior investigators with the IADR Hatton Award. The competition aims to provide opportunities for students and new investigators to present research globally.
The American Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research (AADOCR) announced the recipients of the 2026 AADOCR Bloc Travel Grant. The grant supports U.S. dental or PhD students, residents, and postdoctoral fellows to present scientific papers on dental research at the Annual Meeting & Exhibition.
New research from the American Meteorological Society explores AI forecasting limits, the impact of climate change on hurricane trends, and simplifies the heat index. The studies find that machine learning can outperform numerical physics-based models in certain conditions, but not universally.
Blake Warner, a renowned expert in salivary disorders, has been awarded the 2026 AADOCR National Student Research Group Mentor Award. He leads an integrated clinic and research laboratory focused on deep characterization of disorders affecting the salivary glands. The award recognizes his outstanding mentorship in dental research.
The AADOCR Hatton Competition recognizes young researchers in dental, oral, and craniofacial fields, with this year's winners selected for their innovative projects. The competition aims to drive research advancements in health and well-being, reflecting the organization's mission.
The American Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research (AADOCR) has awarded its 2026 AADOCR Student Research Fellowships to recognize outstanding US dental students. The fellowships support research in oral health and are sponsored by leading companies such as Colgate-Palmolive and P&G Professional Oral Health.
The American Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research (AADOCR) has named the recipients of the 2026 AADOCR Student Research Day Award. The award is given to top students who present their research at university competitions.
The American Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research (AADOCR) has announced the inaugural recipients of the AADOCR Travel Award for New Clinical Investigators. The award encourages new investigators to undertake dental, oral, and craniofacial research and facilitate their presentation of this work.
Jacqueline Mays, a mucosal immunologist and clinical trials dentist, has been recognized for her research on chronic graft-versus-host disease affecting the salivary glands and oral mucosa. The AADOCR SCADA/Dentsply Sirona Research Award supports early-stage dentist-scientists in advancing therapeutic strategies for cGVHD.
The American Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research has announced the winners of the 2026 Student Competition for Advancing Dental Research and its Application. The winners are recognized for their research projects in basic and translational science, as well as clinical science/public health research categories.
The IADR and AADOCR have recognized the top dental researchers with the 2026 William J. Gies Award, a prestigious honor that supports innovative research in oral health. The award is supported by J. Morita Corporation and includes a $1,000 prize and commemorative plaque.
Ranya El Sayed, Assistant Professor at Augusta University, receives $10,000 fellowship to advance immune-regulatory exosome engineering for periodontal and alveolar bone regeneration. This recognition supports her early-stage research career and aligns with AADOCR's mission to drive dental research.
Stuart Gansky, a University of California, San Francisco researcher, has received the AADOCR Irwin D. Mandel Distinguished Mentoring Award. He was recognized for his outstanding mentorship efforts in fostering academic and professional growth among students and junior faculty.
The IADR Dianne Rekow Mentoring in Science Award was established to support early career researchers through mentoring by mid-career faculty members. The recipients were announced during the 104th General Session of the IADR, held in San Diego, CA, on March 25-28, 2026.
The IADR Innovation in Oral Care Awards support dental research with a direct impact on public oral health. The award has contributed over $4 million to the program since its inception in 2023.
Luis Daniel Sansores España, a Doctoral Candidate at the University of Chile, has been awarded the 2026 IADR Norton Ross Fellowship for his research on molecular pathways involved in periodontal diseases. The fellowship provides training and experience in dental or related research.
The IADR Student Training and Research (STAR) Network Fellowship supports awardees' attendance at the IADR General Session and research experience in renowned labs. The program aims to bridge global knowledge gaps in clinical and basic science research, academic career development, and training methodologies.