Yale University School of Medicine (YSM) Assistant Professor of Medicine (Pulmonary, Critical Care, Sleep Medicine) Clemente Britt-Leon, MD, receives the Carol Basbaum Award from the American Thoracic Society Respiratory Cellular and Molecular Biology (RCMB) Congress (ATS) . The award was presented at her ATS International Conference in Washington DC on May 22, 2023.
The award was created in honor of Dr. Carol B. Busbaum, an outstanding scientist, leader and mentor known for her selfless contributions to her students and colleagues. It is the highest scientific recognition within Congress for junior and mid-career medical scientists.
“I am humbled to receive this prestigious award,” Britt-Leon said. “We look forward to continuing our efforts to earn our place among past recipients and to honor the memory of Dr. Basbaum.”
Britto-Leon is investigating the effects of lung inflammation and infection in patients with cystic fibrosis. His latest research focuses on how gender differences in these patients influence their response to cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulatory module therapy. This treatment has transformed care for people with cystic fibrosis by reducing symptoms and extending life.
“His tireless research, using cutting-edge technology and patient samples, continues to transform our understanding of immune cell dysfunction in cystic fibrosis,” said National Jewish Health University. said Dr. Elizabeth Redente, associate professor at the ATSF. award winners.
“Despite his relatively young career, he has already established himself as a key thought leader in the disease mechanisms and management of cystic fibrosis,” said RCMB General Assembly Chair and Associate of Medicine, Johns Hopkins University. Professor Enid Neptune, MD, said.
Erika Herzog, M.D., John Slade Ealy Professor of Medicine (Pulmonary), and YSM Professor of Pathology noted Britt-Leon’s many achievements in research and beyond. “His scientific achievements, teaching history, leadership potential and contributions to Congress in airway inflammation associated with cystic fibrosis make him uniquely qualified to receive this award,” she said. Stated.
A member of the ATS Respiratory Cellular and Molecular Biology Assembly since 2012, Britt Leon serves on the Executive Committee, the Planning Committee, the Nominating Committee, the Early Career Experts Working Group, and the Center for Science and Innovation, where he currently co-chairs. I have served. . Within Congress, RCMB He ran mentorship programs, Andy He helped create the Tager Award and the International RCMB Awards, and devised and implemented early academic achievement awards for early career members.
“Given all his contributions, including ATS leadership and service, and scientific research, I think he is very deserving of this award,” said Charles Della, Associate Professor of Medicine (Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine). Cruz, M.D., said: at YSM. “It’s great to see him recognized at this stage.”
Beyond professional success, Redente said Britt-Leon embodies other personality traits common to Dr. Busbaum. “He is a generous, honest, and very kind person who uses his scientific discoveries to advance and advocate for patient care,” she said.
Naftali Kaminski, M.D., M.D. (Pulmonary), Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, and Director of PCCSM at Yale University, is excited to see Britt-Leon join other former PCCSM Fellows in their successful transition to faculty. said it was a rewarding aspect. “We are all excited about his work and achievements,” Kaminski said.
Other 2023 ATS Award recipients from the Yale PCCSM are Lauren Ferrante, MHS, assistant professor of medicine, who received the Joe Ray Wright Award for Scientific Excellence from the American Thoracic Society (ATS), and Clinical Fellow I’m Dr. Katie McAvoy. Received the Best Abstract in Innovation Award from the Fellowship Education Working Group.
Previous ATS awards received by Yale PCCSM faculty include Assembly Early Career Achievement Award on Nursing, Assembly Junior Level Peer Recognition Award on Pulmonary Infections and Tuberculosis, Assembly Mid-career Recognition Award on Pulmonary Infections and Tuberculosis, and Scientific Achievement, Respiratory Cell and Molecular Biology Conference Andy Tager Teaching Excellence Award, Lecturer James Burns Amberson, Distinguished Achievement Award, Conference on Environment, Occupational and Population Health John Peters Award, Pulmonary Rehabilitation Conference Commendation Award, Respiratory Cell Molecules He has received the Biology Congress Early Academic Achievement Award, the Congress Annual Educator Award on Clinical Issues, and the Thoracic Oncology Society Lifetime Achievement Award.