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ISB honors Dr. Charles “Chuck” Watts (1942–2025) – physician, leader, and former Board Chair – who died on September 23 after a battle with esophageal cancer. A champion of patient safety, systems biology, and STEM education, Chuck guided ISB with insight and warmth. His legacy endures in our mission and community.
Postdoctoral fellows are the lifeblood of research institutions, yet their contributions are often underrecognized. At the Institute for Systems Biology (ISB), postdocs enter the scientific workforce with passion, vision, and advanced training – bringing the fresh ideas that fuel discovery.
Carole Ellison has supported ISB’s research and STEM programs for over a decade. She established the K. Carole Ellison Fellowship in Bioinformatics, funding groundbreaking research that has enabled young scientists to make critical discoveries.
We are deeply saddened to share the passing of renowned artist Ginny Ruffner earlier this year at 72. Ginny has long been an integral part of ISB’s community. Her vibrant artwork continues to bring life to our spaces, and her advocacy as a Foundation Board member leaves a lasting legacy.
Reflecting on the past year, ISB has a lot to celebrate: groundbreaking research published in leading scientific journals, well-earned promotions, widespread media coverage, and more. Enjoy our year-in-review roundup highlighting some of the important, interesting, and impactful highlights of 2024.