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Oxford researchers become EMBO members

Awards and Appointments General

Three University of Oxford academics have become the latest to join the 1,900 eminent life scientists in Europe and beyond that make up the European Molecular Biology Organization (EMBO).

From left to right - Adrian Hill, Yang Shi and Ivan Ahel
From left to right - Adrian Hill, Yang Shi and Ivan Ahel

Three Oxford academics have been recognised for their outstanding achievements in the life sciences.

As new members of EMBO, they will help to shape the direction of life sciences, foster the careers of young researchers, and strengthen research communities in Europe and beyond.

Read the full story on the University of Oxford website

Read more about Yang Shi's election on the Ludwig Institute for Cancer Research website

Read more about Ivan Ahel's election on the Sir William Dunn School of Pathology website

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