The 2026 E.B. Wilson Medal has been awarded to Professor Bill Earnshaw for his far-reaching contributions to cell biology over a lifetime in science. The E.B. Wilson Medal is the highest scientific award given by the American Society for Cell Biology (ASCB). It recognises Bill's outstanding career and contribution to the field of cell biology.Bill is currently Professor Emeritus of Chromosome Dynamics, Institute of Cell Biology, University of EdinburghProfessor Earnshaw will receive the medal at the Cell Bio 2026 meeting, this December in San Diego. Related Links ASCB Honorific AwardsEarnshaw LabCell Bio 2026 This article was published on Wednesday 2 September 2026