Bruce Alberts

Bruce Alberts, a prominent biochemist with a strong commitment to the improvement of science education, began service as editor-in-chief of Science on March 1, 2008. Dr. Alberts is also a professor in the department of biochemistry and biophysics at the University of California-San Francisco, a position he returned to in 2005 after serving two six-year terms as the president of the National Academy of Sciences in Washington, D.C. During his tenure at the NAS, Dr. Alberts was instrumental in developing the landmark National Science Education standards that have been implemented in school systems nationwide. Widely recognized for his work in the fields of biochemistry and molecular biology, Dr. Alberts has earned many honors and awards, including 15 honorary degrees. He currently serves on the advisory boards of more than 25 non-profit institutions. He joined the BWF Board on October 2009.