Dr. Tina Wang, professor at The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB), has been elected to the American Academy of Microbiology’s 2026 class of Fellows, joining a select group of 63 internationally recognized scientists honored for their exceptional contributions to microbiology.
Fellows of the American Academy of Microbiology, an honorific leadership group within the American Society for Microbiology (ASM), are elected annually through a selective, peer-review process based on their records of scientific achievement and original contributions that have advanced microbiology.
“I am truly honored to be elected to the American Academy of Microbiology and grateful to my colleagues for this recognition,” said Wang. “This achievement reflects the incredible support, collaboration, and shared commitment to discovery that I experience every day at UTMB.”
The Academy received 145 nominations this year, electing 63 into the 2026 Fellowship Class.
“Election to the American Academy of Microbiology is a significant honor that reflects outstanding scientific leadership and global impact,” said Senior Vice President of Health Affairs and Dean of the John Sealy School of Medicine Dr. Antonio Bianco. “We are incredibly proud of Dr. Wang and grateful for the distinction she brings to our institution.”
The 2026 Fellowship Class brings a wealth of knowledge of microbial sciences with representation across the globe. The 63 Fellows hail from 14 countries, including Australia, Belgium, Canada, China (Mainland), Czech Republic, Denmark, Israel, the Netherlands, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, and the United States.