Japanese biochemist and molecular biologist Noboru Mizushima, M.D., Ph.D., accepted the inaugural Beth Levine, M.D. Prize in Autophagy Research in a ceremony at UT Southwestern Medical Center on Tuesday, Oct. 3, 2023. In his presentation, titled “Exploring Autophagy: From Yeast to Mammals,” Dr. Mizushima discussed the significant strides his lab at the University of Tokyo has made in unraveling the complex processes of mammalian autophagy, a fundamental cellular mechanism responsible for maintaining cellular health and functionality.

For more information on the award, visit the webpage for The Beth Levine, M.D. Prize in Autophagy Research.