Bill Sullivan explains how scientists are turning Toxoplasma gondii, often found in contaminated food or cat feces, from foe into friend.

Mother-to-child transmission during pregnancy is called congenital toxoplasmosis and up to 4,400 babies may be born with it in the U.S. each year.

A microbiologist explains how to avoid getting sick at the barbecue, in the pool or on the trail.

This Vanderbilt University professor believes productive conversations stem from a simple formula – get curious, not furious.

You might think review panels have only been around for the last century or so. You would be mistaken.

Using mice, researchers engineered cells to release insulin in response to specific sound waves: the music of the band Queen.

ASBMB Today editorial advisory board chair Bill Sullivan explains how to protect yourself.

This is a great time to introduce practical topics, including research funding, effective science communication and non-academic career options.

Here’s the true story of penicillin’s first patient.

Despite the importance of these letters in the tenure process and their heavy influence on a colleague’s future, little guidance is provided on what the reviewer should write.

You want to tell a story by framing your scientific study as an irresistible mystery.

“Going into your interview armed with good questions not only will help you gather intel to help you make the best decision for your career but also will help you stand above the competition.”

Scientists from the Salk Institute report a new influence on maternal behavior arising from an unexpected source.

Bill Sullivan, a study section veteran, shares eight important lessons he’s learned for writing a winning grant application.

Bill Sullivan was a biology graduate student when “Seinfeld” first hit the air. Thirty years on — and informed by the latest relevant science — he still ponders whether its inane scenarios were plausible.

Bill Sullivan takes a close look at why this old malaria drug could be promising for COVID-19.

If you become embroiled in a conflict at an academic institution, you should know you are not alone. Whether the issue involves students, faculty or both, if your campus has an ombuds office, trained professionals are available to help.

Want to communicate your science effectively? Bill Sullivan suggests imagining yourself serving your audience a delicious and satisfying multicourse meal.

If I were an undergraduate today writing a letter informing my parents that I want to become a professor and conduct research, I imagine it would go something like this.

Many graduate students applying for their first postdoctoral positions underestimate the importance of the cover letter. First impressions are everything for some people, so leave nothing to chance.