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ASBMB journals

The ASBMB's three prestigious journals offer a platform for your research with the benefit of editorial feedback, fast turnaround and open access.

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Journal of Biological Chemistry

JBC publishes high-quality science that seeks to elucidate the molecular and cellular basis of biological processes.

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Molecular & Cellular Proteomics

MCP showcases cutting-edge advances in proteomics, metabolomics and bioinformatics.

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Journal of Lipid Research

JLR is the most cited journal devoted to lipids in the world, focusing on the science of lipids in health and disease.

ASBMB Today
Neurobiology of stress and substance use

Neurobiology of stress and substance use

By Jessica Desamero

MOSAIC scholar and proud Latino, Bryan Cruz of Scripps Research Institute studies the neurochemical origins of PTSD-related alcohol use using a multidisciplinary approach.

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Supporting science through advocacy and community building

ASBMB President Joan Conaway calls on scientists to take action as funding cuts and policy shifts threaten the U.S. research enterprise, emphasizing the power of community advocacy and persistence in protecting the future of science.

Pesticide disrupts neuronal potentiation

New research reveals how deltamethrin may disrupt brain development by altering the protein cargo of brain-derived extracellular vesicles. Read more about this recent Molecular & Cellular Proteomics article.

A look into the rice glycoproteome

Researchers mapped posttranslational modifications in Oryza sativa, revealing hundreds of alterations tied to key plant processes. Read more about this recent Molecular & Cellular Proteomics paper.

Proteomic variation in heart tissues

By tracking protein changes in stem cell–derived heart cells, researchers from Cedars-Sinai uncovered surprising diversity — including a potential new cell type — that could reshape how we study and treat heart disease.

In-person Conference

Transforming undergraduate education in the molecular life sciences

July 24–27, 2025 | St. Paul, Minn.

Re-examine existing practice and develop new engaging approaches to supporting student success in biochemistry and molecular biology. Register by June 24.

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Women in science discussion with Marlene Belfort

Women in science discussion with Marlene Belfort

June 23 | Marlene Belfort talks about her new memoir "Mommy, Can Boys Also Be Doctors? A Message to Young Scientists and Other Humans". More

From lab to launch: Navigating the path from academia to commercialization

From lab to launch: Navigating the path from academia to commercialization

June 26 | Learn strategies for navigating the commercialization process and securing research funding. More