ADLM Honors Outstanding Laboratory Medicine Professionals with 2026 Awards Program
ADLM Honors Outstanding Laboratory Medicine Professionals with 2026 Awards Program
On May 6, 2026, the Association for Diagnostics & Laboratory Medicine (ADLM) announced the recipients of its prestigious awards designed to honor excellence in laboratory medicine. This annual event, held to celebrate the contributions of professionals in the field, serves not only to recognize their achievements but also to spotlight the vital role laboratory medicine plays in enhancing patient care.
The awards, presented by the ADLM and the Academy of Diagnostics & Laboratory Medicine, showcase a wide array of categories recognizing significant advancements in research, clinical practice, and education in laboratory settings.
Award Recipients
The distinguished award winners for 2026 include:
- - Wallace H. Coulter Lectureship Award: Dr. David M. Nathan from Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School.
- - Outstanding Lifetime Achievement Award in Clinical Chemistry and Laboratory Medicine: Dr. Alan Wu from San Francisco General Hospital and the University of California, San Francisco.
- - Outstanding Contributions Through Service to the Profession of Clinical Chemistry: Dr. Barbara Goldsmith of Thomas Jefferson University.
- - Outstanding Contributions to Education in Clinical Chemistry: Dr. Veronica Luzzi from LuCitek LLC.
- - Outstanding Scientific Achievements by a Young Investigator: Dr. Nicholas Borcherding from Barnes-Jewish Hospital and Washington University in St. Louis.
- - Medical Laboratory Scientist Achievement Award: Shawn Luby from The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
- - Humans of ADLM – DEI Leadership Award: Dr. Octavia M. Peck Palmer from the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center.
- - ADLM Past President's Award: Dr. Anthony A. Killeen from the University of Minnesota.
- - ADLM General Research Grant Recipient: William P.T.M. van Doorn from Maastricht University Medical Centre.
- - Helen Free Travel Grant Recipient: Marisa Germaine from Vanderbilt University Medical Center.
Additionally, the Academy of Diagnostics & Laboratory Medicine awarded the following notable professionals:
- - Award for Outstanding Contributions to Clinical Chemistry in a Selected Area of Research: Dr. Alan Remaley from the National Institutes of Health.
- - Professor Alvin Dubin Award for Outstanding Contributions to the Profession and the Academy: Dr. Qing Meng from the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.
- - George Grannis Award for Excellence in Research and Scientific Publication: Dr. Cate Omosule from Washington University in St. Louis.
During the announcement, ADLM President Dr. Paul J. Jannetto expressed heartfelt congratulations to the honorees: “Congratulations to this year's award recipients, whose work exemplifies the scientific rigor and dedication needed to advance better health for all through laboratory medicine,” Dr. Jannetto stated. “Through leadership in research, education, and service, their contributions strengthen the profession and help ensure that patients benefit from accurate, timely, and equitable diagnostic testing.”
Recognition Event
The winners of the 2026 ADLM and Academy Awards will be honored in a special ceremony during the plenary sessions of ADLM 2026, which is scheduled to be held in Anaheim, California from July 26-30. This prominent gathering of laboratory medicine professionals provides an excellent platform for sharing insights and developments that are crucial for the advancement of patient care.
About ADLM
Since its inception, the Association for Diagnostics & Laboratory Medicine has been committed to improving health outcomes through laboratory medicine. ADLM represents a vast community of over 70,000 professionals globally, including clinical laboratory scientists, physicians, and research scientists. It plays a crucial role in advancing the diverse sub-disciplines of laboratory medicine, which encompass clinical chemistry, molecular diagnostics, clinical microbiology, and data science. ADLM is dedicated to promoting scientific collaboration, knowledge sharing, and fostering innovative solutions in health.
With an unwavering commitment to excellence in laboratory practices, ADLM continues to support professionals committed to quality diagnostic services worldwide. Its efforts drive significant developments that enhance the effectiveness of health care services, further underscoring the impact of laboratory medicine on overall health improvement.
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