Comitting to Progress, Impact, Access and Accountability (PIAA)

The American Society for Microbiology (ASM) celebrates the achievements and contributions of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) scientists to the field of microbiology. We believe that the various perspectives, experiences and backgrounds of our membership enhance innovation, broaden the scope of research and further scientific advancement.

We encourage AAPI microbiologists and early career scientists to explore ASM’s career development and mentorship opportunities. ASM is committed to fostering and sustaining a positive and welcoming community where everyone has access to ample opportunities to thrive in their chosen career pathway. 

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Featured Articles 

We prioritize the creation of robust content that celebrates PIAA in the microbial sciences, elevates the voices of scientists from all groups and identifies and engages with work to ensure the field of microbiology promotes PIAA.

Better Student Presentations Using the Pecha Kucha Format 

Public speaking skills are critical in STEM careers. Min-Ken Liao, Ph.D., shares how to implement Pecha Kucha, a presentation method of 20 slides shown for 20 seconds each, in the classroom.

Alice Huang

Exploring ASM’s DEI History: Celebrating and Learning From Our Past 

In 1988, Alice Huang, Ph.D., became the first ASM president from a historically underrepresented background and the first Asian American in the U.S. to lead a life sciences organization. Huang joined the Society in 1967 and was awarded ASM’s Eli Lilly Award in Immunology and Microbiology in 1977. In 2001, she received the Alice C. Evans Award, recognizing outstanding contributions toward the full participation and advancement of women in the microbial sciences.


Featured Spotlights 

Spotlight profile articles highlight the work and experiences of microbiologists from all backgrounds in science.

Blake Ushijima

Build Your Support Network: Spotlight on Blake Ushijima

Blake Ushijima, Ph.D., highlights the value of diverse perspectives for tackling complex problems and encourages early-career scientists to find their support network—wherever it may be.

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Keep Thinking Boldly: Spotlight on Jyothi Rengarajan 

When Jyothi Rengarajan, Ph.D., speaks with students pursuing careers in STEM, she advises them to “stay as bold and ambitious as possible.”

Balancing Cultural Pride With Fitting in: Spotlight on P Hemarajata

P Hemarajata’s, M.D., Ph.D., self-taught skills made LA County Department of Public Health a SARS-CoV-2 variant sequencing leader. He discusses his scientific journey and how he maintains his Thai identity in this Spotlight article.


Featured Journals Content

Intercultural Competency: Steps for Introducing Active Learning Case Studies Internationally in Confucian Heritage Culture 

As evidence of the benefits to science education of case-based active-learning mounts, educators must decide which key curricular elements are beneficial to use in education and be aware of how these strategies impact culture.

The Emory-Tibet Science Initiative: Rethinking Cross-Cultural Science and Teaching 

The Emory-Tibet Science Initiative, a science education collaboration between Emory University and the Library of Tibetan Works and Archives, provides an opportunity to explore multiple perceptions related to cross-cultural science and to situate them in the context of teaching and learning science.

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Indigenous Knowledge and the Microbiome—Bridging the Disconnect between Colonized Places, Peoples and the Unseen Influences That Shape Our Health and Well-Being 

Read about a 3-year study taking place in New Zealand to explore environmental observations and knowledge stored in Māori and Pacific narratives and stories and learn how scientists are using these narratives to restore local ecosystems and strengthen the connection of Indigenous Peoples to the natural environment.


Featured Videos and Podcasts

 

 

mSystems Thinking Series: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) in Microbiology

Rosie 'Anolani Alegado, Ph.D., shares her expertise about how microbes influence the environment and, conversely, how the environment impacts the evolution of microbes. Watch this mSystems Thinking Series video and hear insights from community-embedded microbiology in Indigenous spaces.



Outbreak Detection with Wun-Ju Shieh 

Wun-Ju Shieh, Ph.D., worked as a pathologist and infectious diseases expert with the CDC from 1995-2020. He recounts his experiences conducting high-risk autopsies on the frontlines of outbreaks, including Ebola, H1N1 influenza, mpox and SARS-CoV-1 and 2.


Joint Reception at ASM Microbe 2022.

Joint Reception at ASM Microbe 2022.

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