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ASP Member,

Summer is almost here, and things are looking bright for the ASP! Our 2023 virtual symposium will be occurring August 9, 2023. The symposium will focus on optogenetics and related fields. More information will be announced in the coming weeks, so keep an eye out for more details!

The June webinar is approaching! Dr. Carlos E. Crespo-Hernández will be presenting his PDT webinar on Thursday, June 1 at 1 PM EST. The webinar is entitled, "No Oxygen, No Problem! Development of Photosensitizers for the Treatment of Cancer Cells under Anoxic Conditions." I look forward to seeing many of you there!

To keep up to date with the latest news, events, webinars, and more, follow ASP on Twitter, LinkedIn, and our website today.

Sincerely,

Dr. Shiyong Wu
Professor, Chemistry & Biochemistry, Ohio University
President of ASP
Speakers include Joleen Cheah, Alexander Deiters, Ivan Dmochowski, Klaus Hahn, Gang Han, Ajith Karunaranthe, Phyllis Robinson, Gabriela Schlau-Cohen, Chandra Tucker, and Andrew P. Wojtovich. 

Registration is coming soon!
The 20th meeting of the European Society for Photobiology will take place in Lyon, France, August 27-31. Registrations are open until August 15, with the early bird deadline on June 15. Learn more about this conference below!
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ASP's Official Journal

With your ASP membership, you have free access to thousands of research reports and studies in ASP's official journal! Below are a few of the newest and most exciting additions. If you have research findings or studies of your own, be sure to submit your work to be the next featured study in the Photobiology Journal!
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ASP's Member of the Month

The May 2023 ASP Member of the month is Shobhan Gaddameedhi. Shobhan is an associate professor in the Department of Biological Sciences at NC State, and director of the Circadian Clock and Genotoxic Stress Laboratory. Gaddameedhi is a recipient of the 2013 National Institutes of Health (NIH)/National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) K99/R00 Career Development Award, the 2018 Department of Defense/Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs Career Development Award, and the 2020 NIH/NIEHS Outstanding New Environmental Scientist/ONES Award. 
How did you become a photobiologist?

Do you ever find yourself wondering how your body instinctively knows when it’s time to sleep or wake up? The answer lies in a remarkable dynamic of timing and communication between molecular systems and the surrounding environment. Every cell within our bodies is programmed with an inherent circadian clock, which resets itself daily in tune with cues from sunrise and sunset. Driven by a deep curiosity to unravel the underlying biology of this phenomenon, as well as its intricate interplay with solar radiation and photocarcinogenesis, I was compelled to pursue a research career in photobiology.
 
Why did you decide to choose your path in biology?

Having grown up in a rural farming community in Southern India, I fostered a deep appreciation for sunlight as a universal source of natural energy and an essential cultivator of healthy environments for human well-being. As the first member of my family to pursue higher education, I was inspired by many mentors—among them my high school science teacher—who ultimately guided me towards biology during my senior year of high school.
 
What are your thoughts on the ASP?

The ASP provides a unique opportunity to actively engage with renowned scientists in the fields of photobiology and photocarcinogenesis. What sets the committee apart is its genuine commitment to nurturing the next generation scientists, including students, post-doctoral fellows, and newly independent investigators. I consider myself extremely fortunate to be a part of this extraordinary scientific family within the ASP and look forward to any future collaborations.
 
What has been the proudest moment in your career?

One of the most memorable highlights of my career occurred when my postdoctoral mentor, Professor Aziz Sancar, discussed my research contributions in the field of circadian biology and photocarcinogenesis during his Nobel Lecture in 2015. Seeing my work acknowledged on such a prestigious platform was an incredibly gratifying and humbling experience.
 
How do you see the field of photobiology moving forward?

I see a bright future for the field of photobiology, particularly in the application of research to human health, disease prevention, and treatment. Significant breakthroughs are inevitable as we begin to tease apart the intricate molecular mechanisms associated with photobiology and photochemistry.
 
What is one piece of advice you have for photobiologists?

Our ASP colleagues are doing a fantastic service in educating and mentoring the current and future generation of photobiologists and photochemists. I strongly believe that scientists have a responsibility to provide rigorous training to the next generation of investigators and to promote awareness of scientific research, specifically in the field of photoscience. As a fellow photobiologist, a small piece of advice to my colleagues is to continue the vital work we have already established by actively engaging in the guidance and preparation of future photobiologists. 
 
 
       
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