Ask a Scientist: Barry Marshall on discovering that stomach ulcers are caused by bacteria
JUNE 30, 2022
People thought that stress or alcohol led to ulcers, but Lasker Laureate Marshall collected evidence to show the true cause.
Ask a Scientist: How has the relationship between academia and industry changed over time?
JUNE 29, 2022
Industry used to be considered “the dark side” while academia was characterized as “slow”. Find out how those views have changed and the ways in which industry and academia can come together.
Ken Frazier on His Career Path, Social Justice, and Making a Difference
June 21, 2022
Lasker Lessons in Leadership featured an interview with Ken Frazier, Executive Chairman of the Board and Former CEO of Merck & Co.
June 2022 Newsletter
June 14, 2022
Read about the Lasker Public Service Awards, listen to our podcast Classic Lasker featuring William Foege, and view short videos from our new series Ask a Scientist.
Bringing Research Benefits to the World
June 14, 2022
Read about the people and organizations honored with the Lasker Public Service Award for bringing the fruits of medical research to the public.
Classic Lasker: William Foege
June 14, 2022
William Foege helped eradicate smallpox, served as the CDC director, and trained young public health professionals. Listen as Foege shares the trials and triumphs of his career.
Ask a Scientist: What does failure in science mean?
JUNE 13, 2022
Scientists reflect on the meaning of failure in science.
Ask a Scientist: Ron Vale – What Motivates Me To Do Science
JUNE 13, 2022
There must be more to science than textbooks and memorizing facts. Ron Vale tells us why he loves being a scientist.
In Memoriam: John Edward Porter
JUNE 8, 2022
John Edward Porter, whose legislative efforts to increase support for medical research was recognized with a Lasker Award has passed away at 87.
In Memoriam: Anne B. Fordyce
JUNE 4, 2022
Anne B. Fordyce, a longtime member of the Lasker Board of Directors, has passed away at 77.
