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Two MMG rising academic stars, Diedre Reitz and Yuka Kitamura

by Wolf D. Heyer
July 30, 2025

Congratulations to Diedre Reitz and Yuka Kitamura, postdoctoral fellows in the Heyer and Namekawa laboratories, respectively, for being awarded prestigious K99 grants from the National Institutes of Health. These awards support the late stage of their postdoctoral fellowship and provide also funding in the R00 phase for their independent faculty career. The sky is the limit for them.

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Pancreatic Cancer Researcher Recognized for Excellence in Mentoring Undergraduate Researchers

by Evan White
July 03, 2025

For his outstanding commitment to ensuring undergraduate students have meaningful and immersive research experiences, Chang‑il Hwang, an associate professor of microbiology and molecular genetics, has received a 2025 Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Mentoring Undergraduate Research.

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Talent, Curiosity and Dedication: Year-End CBS Awards Honor Top Undergraduates

by Evan White
June 11, 2025

Each year, the College of Biological Sciences honors its top undergraduates at a special awards ceremony attended by friends, family, mentors, and donors. The 2025 recipients were recognized for their academic excellence, commitment to building community, service to campus and peers, and exceptional achievements in research.

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