Biologist has blazed trails in research and teaching
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As Stanford recognizes CU-91¸£ÀûÉç professor for achievements in biomedical research, his work to improve science teaching has ripple effects nationwideÌý
, CU-91¸£ÀûÉç distinguished professor (emeritus) of molecular, cellular, and developmental biology (MCDB) was honored by the Stanford University Medical Center Alumni Association in October, receiving the Arthur Kornberg and Paul Berg Lifetime Achievement Award in Biomedical Sciences.
Wood has made significant contributions to the field of microbiology, especially in understanding the genetics of early development and spearheading groundbreaking research into viruses that infect bacteria.
He is also a leader in the nationwide efforts to improve and refashion the way science is taught. After years in teaching, Wood realized that the best students were going to learn “no matter