Lab Heroes Awards 2025 Nominees

Hardworking, hopeful, meticulous "In the world of scientific research, progress is built on three pillars: tenacity, curiosity, and collaboration. We are incredibly fortunate to...

Supportive, helpful, kind "He has helped me with both scientific and non-scientific work in the lab." Nominated by Ghazala Rahman, Ion channel biology lab/Department of...

Smart, dedicated and an excellent researcher "Because she is the best scientist that I know. She is smart, dedicated, proactive and help ALL of us in our lab. She helps to...

ESSENTIAL, aWESOME, uNSTOPPABLE "I recruited Abi in my lab to set up a brand-new research model, stem cells, in a lab that uses zebrafish day in day out. I had my worry that she...

Innovative, dedicated, fearless "Since joining our laboratory in November 2023, Shengyi has become the driving force behind some of our most ambitious technical innovations. As a...

Indispensable, essential, all-in-one "Master of everything that "must always be in the lab": cleanliness, consumables, fresh lab coats and ... good vibes. Need help with...

Authentic, caring, a homie "As someone who recently earned my PhD under Zoe's mentorship, it's only become clearer to me how great of a mentor Zoe has been. Far beyond scientific...

Professional, supportive, dedicated "I want to nominate my PI because they provide excellent mentorship, foster a supportive and collaborative research environment, and inspire...

Versatile, hard-working, selfless "Every lab needs someone to ground it, who knows how everything works and how to get things done. Laura can move seamlessly between forming her...

Indispensable technical leader "I wholeheartedly nominate Dr. Paula Cornejo, a Principal Professional Staff member with a Ph.D. in Biological Sciences, for the Lab Heroes Award....

Brilliant, hilarious, kind "However grim the data stares at her, her cunning glare diminishes any threat of a bad time. This woman knows her coffee and her tea. She is absolutely...

Kind, competent and genuine "Julian is an exceptional colleague whose expertise and supportive nature greatly strengthen our lab. He is highly skilled in two-photon imaging,...

Organised, caring, indispensable "Atiyeh is truly the heart of the lab. She manages to balance her own rigorous research with an unwavering commitment to the wellbeing of the...

Patient, creative, best buddy "Because he does not only help to create a funny and healthy environment in the lab but is there for everyone who needs help or mental...

Hardworking, multitasking, willing "I have known Miguel for more than 13 years. We have completed so many projects and we both are working at multidisciplinary department with...

Organised, helpful, willing "Erin is a beautiful person inside and out of the lab. She is always willing to help. Her knowledge is amazing and not just science-facts but about...

Reliable, ingenious, calm "Every lab has that one person who somehow makes everything work. For us, that person is Stefano. He’s the go-to problem solver, the steady hand behind...

Motivated, hardworking, unbreakable spirit "Despite acquiring unexpected devastating health problem that left Frederick's legs paralyzed, Frederick remained highly motivated in...

Smart, perseverant and supportive "He has been an incredible colleague and friend not just to me, but to everyone around him. He has stayed late countless times to help me...

Imaginative, committed, extraordinary "Dr. Pritzel has been working in the laboratory with exceptional dedication for almost twenty years now: he supervises numerous student...