Ricardo Henriques elected as EMBO Member

Ricardo Henriques, leader of the Optical Cell Biology Laboratory at Instituto Gulbenkian de Ciência in Oeiras, Portugal, has been elected as a member of the European Molecular Biology Organization (EMBO). This recognition is part of EMBO's 60th anniversary celebration, during which 100 new and 20 associate members were elected to join the organization.

EMBO membership is a lifetime honour that acknowledges outstanding contributions to scientific research and influence within the field of life sciences. Ricardo Henriques' election recognizes his pioneering work in super-resolution microscopy and artificial intelligence methods for visualizing cellular and viral structures at the molecular level.

The Henriques lab is known for developing open-source imaging approaches, such as super-resolution radial fluctuations (SRRF), which enable bioimage-based discoveries. Their interdisciplinary research spans biophysics, cell biology, immunology, and virology, examining how pathogens disrupt cellular processes.

Expressing his gratitude for this recognition, Henriques stated, "Being elected as an EMBO Member is a tremendous honour that reflects not just on me but on the entire team of brilliant scientists with whom I've had the privilege to work over the years. This recognition will strengthen our ongoing efforts to push the boundaries of super-resolution microscopy, AI and its applications in cell biology. I'm excited to contribute to EMBO's mission and collaborate with fellow members to advance scientific discovery and innovation in Europe and Worldwide."

As an EMBO member, Henriques will join a community of over 2,100 leading researchers who play a crucial role in shaping the direction of life sciences in Europe and globally. Members contribute to scientific policy, promote excellence in life sciences, and participate in various EMBO programs and activities.

This election highlights Henriques' achievements and underscores the growing recognition of super-resolution microscopy, and AI-driven approaches to advancing our understanding of cellular and molecular biology.

Citations: * Ricardo Henriques' EMBO Profile * HenriquesLab Twitter Announcement * LS4Future Announcement * EMBO Press Release