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Celebrating Professor Wei Wang's Birthday

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 00:00:00 +0000

On October 27, 2026, members of the Wang Lab gathered to celebrate Professor Wei Wang’s birthday. Sharing cake, smiles, and warm wishes, the group enjoyed a cheerful moment together beyond the laboratory.

The celebration reflected the supportive and welcoming atmosphere of the team, where scientific collaboration goes hand in hand with friendship and a sense of community.

Happy Birthday, Professor Wang! We wish you health, happiness, and continued success in the year ahead.

Professor Wei Wang appointed Dean of the School of Chemistry and Chemical Biology

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000

Professor Wei Wang has been appointed Dean of the School of Chemistry and Chemical Biology at Eastern Institute of Technology, Ningbo. This appointment marks an important milestone in his academic career and in the development of the school’s interdisciplinary research and education.

As Chair Professor and Dean, Professor Wang brings experience spanning organic synthesis, chemical biology, and drug discovery. The Wang Lab continues to pursue research that connects chemistry, biology, and artificial intelligence to develop new molecular tools and therapeutic strategies.

Further information: Eastern Institute of Technology — Faculty Leadership.

Wang Lab established at Eastern Institute of Technology

Thu, 01 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000

The Wang Lab was established at Eastern Institute of Technology, Ningbo, in January 2026, opening a new chapter in interdisciplinary chemical and biomedical research.

Led by Professor Wei Wang, the group brings together researchers working across precision organic synthesis, chemical biology, and AI-driven drug discovery. Its research focuses on developing molecular tools and therapeutic approaches for challenging problems in cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, and aging.

The establishment of the group creates a collaborative setting in which ideas from chemistry, biology, and artificial intelligence can inform the design and discovery of next-generation therapeutics.

Professor Wei Wang inducted into the AIMBE College of Fellows

Mon, 31 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Professor Wei Wang was inducted into the 2025 Class of the College of Fellows of the American Institute for Medical and Biological Engineering (AIMBE).

Announced on March 31, 2025, the distinction recognizes his contributions to synthetic biology technologies and to therapeutic and imaging tools for neurodegenerative diseases, cancer, and infectious diseases.

Election to the AIMBE College of Fellows is a distinguished recognition within medical and biological engineering, highlighting the impact of research that bridges engineering, medicine, and related disciplines.

Source: AIMBE official announcement.

Professor Wang honored with the UArizona Cancer Center Basic Science Research Award

Fri, 01 Sep 2023 00:00:00 +0000

Professor Wei Wang received the inaugural University of Arizona Cancer Center Research Award for Basic Science, recognizing research that advances new approaches to cancer therapy.

The recognition was reported in September 2023 alongside work by Professor Wang and his collaborators on click-release PROTACs (crPROTACs). This strategy enables the activation and release of protein degraders in targeted cancer cells and may help reduce unwanted effects on healthy tissue.

The research reflects the group’s focus on bringing chemical innovation into therapeutic discovery.

Source: University of Arizona Health Sciences announcement.

Professor Wang receives the Dr. James Halpert Faculty Research Award

Fri, 17 Dec 2021 00:00:00 +0000

Professor Wei Wang was named the 2021 recipient of the Dr. James Halpert Faculty Research Award by the University of Arizona College of Pharmacy.

The award recognized his research contributions at the intersection of advanced chemical synthesis, chemical biology, and drug discovery. The college highlighted his work on potential therapeutics and molecular diagnostic probes, as well as his scientific publications and contributions to the research community.

The announcement was published in December 2021 as part of the college’s faculty and staff awards.

Source: University of Arizona College of Pharmacy — 2021 Faculty and Staff Award Winners.

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