Mary Munson, PhD, professor of biochemistry & molecular biotechnology, vice chair of diversity for the department, and assistant vice provost for health equity; and Craig L. Peterson, PhD, professor and vice chair of molecular medicine, have been elected as fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science.
Dr. Munson was elected as a fellow for her “contributions toward commitment to diversity and inclusion in the scientific field.”
“It’s a huge recognition for the work I’m able to do at UMass Chan and with the American Society for Cell Biology. This recognition reflects the dedication and support UMass Chan has given to me and its commitment to the area of diversity and inclusion,” Munson said.
Munson joined UMass Chan Medical School in 2001. She leads an NIH-funded lab focused on elucidating the molecular mechanisms of membrane fusion regulation. In 2023, Munson was recognized with the Outstanding Mentoring to Women Award by the Women’s Faculty Committee of the Diversity and Inclusion Office. She received the Chancellor’s Award for Advancing Institutional Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion in 2022. Munson is also a fellow of ASCB, was previously co-chair of the Women in Cell Biology committee, co-leads the ASCB’s MOSAIC program, and is the current ASCB president-elect.
