Presented biennially at the CSSI International Meeting, this award recognizes a member who has demonstrated exceptional creativity and innovation in advancing the field of stress biology, molecular chaperones, drug development, or related disciplines. The award honors the spirit of discovery and bold thinking exemplified by Dr. Len Neckers, and recipients are selected for contributions that open new directions or inspire transformative progress within the community. The selected individual receives a plaque recognizing their achievement.
2025

Brian Blagg, PhD
Notre Dame University
Development of isoform-specific Hsp90 inhibitors