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AIMBE Recognizes Leader in Cytometry and Biomedical Engineering: Daniel T. Chiu, Ph.D.

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May 4, 2026

The American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering (AIMBE) recently elected Daniel T. Chiu — professor of Bioengineering, Joint A. Bruce Montgomery Professor of Chemistry, and MolES faculty member — as a member of their 2026 Class of Fellows.

Dr. Chiu is recognized for his work in developing nanomaterials that have transformed single-molecule detection — an achievement that speaks to his exceptional leadership and scientific impact. Election to the AIMBE College of Fellows is among the highest professional distinctions accorded to medical and biological engineers, comprised of the top two percent of engineers in these fields.  Read More

NIH-funded team led by Berndt lab aims to supercharge protein sensor engineering

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April 29, 2026


Congratulations to Berndt lab on receiving an $11 million grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) BRAIN Initiative. In an article produced by the Institute for Stem-Cell & Regenerative Medicine (ISCRM) and UW Medicine, learn how MolES faculty members Andre Berndt, associate professor in the Department of Bioengineering, and Doug Fowler, professor in the Department of Genome Sciences, are partnering in a multi‑institution collaboration to enhance protein sensor technology and give scientists improved tools to observe brain activity in real time with even greater precision. Read More

MolES Student Spotlight: Daniel Mendoza

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April 27, 2026

With a lifelong interest in scientific discovery and an array of interests, Molecular Engineering and Sciences (MolES) student Daniel Mendoza believes in fully embracing new ideas and opportunities.

In this Q&A, he shared a bit about his experience as a first-year PhD student within the University of Washington community and beyond.

Photo courtesy of Daniel Mendoza

Daniel Mendoza standing in front of cherry blossom trees.

Q: What is your hometown?
A: I’m originally from San Jose, California.

Q: What are the three rotations you have been part of during your first year? Read More

MolES’ Scientific Exchange sparks microbial engineering collaborations

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April 21, 2026

On April 8, the University of Washington Molecular Engineering and Sciences (MolES) Institute hosted a Scientific Exchange on Microbial Engineering to catalyze new collaborations, share tools and expertise, and seed pilot projects. 

Held in Foege Hall, the event convened 20 scientists from the Fred Hutch, Institute for Systems Biology (ISB), Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) and University of Washington. Speakers gave five-minute lightning talks during three different sessions focused on:

  • Genetic Engineering, Genome Design and Synthetic Biology
  • Microbial Physiology, Metabolism and Cellular Function
  • Microbial Interactions, Community Dynamics and Host/Environment Interfaces
Microbial researchers standing in a group.
Researchers from the Seattle area gather during the Microbial Engineering Scientific Exchange held this month.
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Shijie Cao’s PRIME Lab Receives NSF CAREER Award

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April 17, 2026

Shijie Cao, assistant professor in the Department of Pharmaceutics, leads the PRIME Lab (Pharmaceutical Research in Immune & Microbiome Engineering Laboratory) at MolES. The lab’s research on the gut microbiome and the compounds it produces was recently recognized with a National Science Foundation (NSF) CAREER Award. In this profile produced by UW School of Pharmacy, discover how PRIME lab’s research could support treatments for chronic inflammatory disease.

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Three MolES Faculty Researchers named AAAS Fellows

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March 31, 2026 | Full UW News Release

The American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) has named MolES faculty members David Baker, Maitreya Dunham and David J. Masiello AAAS Fellows. 

They are among 449 newly elected fellows from around the world, who are recognized for their “scientifically and socially distinguished achievements” in science and engineering. New Fellows will receive an official certificate and a gold and blue rosette pin — representing science and engineering, respectively — to commemorate their election. Read More

A mentor’s support turns curiosity into courage, doubt into discovery

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March 23, 2026

Dr. Ayọ̀kúnlé Ọlánrewájú’s commitment to access connects students to meaningful research opportunities. In a profile produced by University of Washington Undergraduate Academic Affairs, learn how his mentorship and philosophy shapes research skills and professional confidence in undergraduates. 

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