Two years ago, a PhD student with a passion for natural products and a commitment to mentorship set out to bring the American Society of Pharmacognosy’s student chapter community to the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC).
Vol 62 Issue 2
Fulbright Scholar Award Opportunity
We are excited to share that Fulbright has launched the U.S.-Chile Fulbright Antarctic Science Exchange, a first-of-its-kind bilateral award between Chile and the United States focused on Antarctic scientific research.
Early Career Committee: Mock Interviews at Annual Meeting
ASP Early Career Committee Mock Interviews: Join us at the ASP Annual Meeting in Denver, CO for mock interviews. Register to attend.
AI in Natural Products Research
AI tools and chatbots are seemingly taking over all the mundane tasks. Explore how AI tool building can be useful to natural product research.
Denver Activity Guide!
In addition to engaging in captivating natural products science, we hope you’ll also make time to explore the Front Range and Colorado Mountains.
Jerry L. McLaughlin, Ph.D (1939-2023)
The ASP community mourns the passing of Dr. Jerry L. McLaughlin on May 15, 2023. He dedicated his life to the pursuit of knowledge and teaching, making remarkable contributions to medicinal chemistry and pharmacognosy.
Caffeine: The Chemistry of Staying Awake
Explore how caffeine works in the brain, its chemistry, benefits, risks, and why it keeps you alert and focused throughout the day.
Hello Phoenix, Goodbye Hulk: ASP Launches New Website
The American Society of Pharmacognosy has a new website. Check it out! None of us will mourn the demise of the oversized green behemoth (a.k.a. The Hulk).
New funding opportunity from the Symbiosis in Aquatic Systems Initiative
The Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation’s Symbiosis in Aquatic Systems Initiative is seeking proposals that open new interdisciplinary lines of inquiry.
JNP Highlights
Explore key studies and discoveries featured in the Journal of Natural Products, highlighting advances in pharmacognosy and bioactive compounds.
Honoring Jon Clardy’s election to the National Academy of Sciences
Celebrate Jon Clardy’s election to the National Academy of Sciences and his groundbreaking contributions to pharmacognosy and natural products research.











