Dear Colleagues, Friends, and New Members,
It is my distinct privilege and honor to welcome you to the American Society for Investigative Pathobiology (ASIP). Whether you are a lifelong member, a newly joined researcher, a trainee, or a curious visitor exploring our community, we are thrilled to have you here.
Our Society is dedicated to discovering the cellular and molecular mechanisms of disease, with the goal that translating those discoveries will lead to better human health. Historically, members of the Society were mostly pathologists, but we are a broad international community of all scientists, clinicians, and educators who share a relentless curiosity about how diseases work and how they can be treated. If you study pathophysiology or disease, you will find a home in the ASIP.
In an era of rapidly evolving biomedical technologies – from advanced spatial transcriptomics and artificial intelligence to novel gene therapies – the role of the investigative pathobiologist is critical to understand disease. We don’t just observe disease; we decode it. By engaging with the ASIP, you are joining a robust network that supports your investigative science through:
Cutting-Edge Research: Including our official journals, The American Journal of Pathology (AJP) and The Journal of Molecular Diagnostics (JMD).
World-Class Meetings: Opportunities to present your work, hear from pioneers in the field, and collaborate at our Annual Meeting and specialized workshops.
Career Development: Tailored mentoring programs, travel awards, and leadership opportunities designed specifically for trainees, fellows, and early-career investigators.
An Inclusive Community: A welcoming, diverse, and collaborative environment where scientific rigor meets mutual support.
Outreach and Science Policy: Serves as advocate for biological and biomedical research and researchers.
I am honored to serve as your president, and committed to working alongside you, the ASIP Council, and Society staff to strengthen this work that supports you and your science. I encourage each of you to get actively involved this year. Peruse our website, then attend our webinars, submit your best work to our meetings and journals, join a committee, join a scientific interest group, mentor a peer, and actively participate in our community. Your unique voice and expertise are what make ASIP a vibrant, driving force in the scientific community. Thank you for your dedication to scientific discovery and to our society. I look forward to working alongside all of you to push the boundaries of our science and our society.
With warm regards and excitement for the year ahead,
Jon Homeister, PhD, MD
ASIP President
July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027
