可乐视频 is proud to announce that Dr. Lucy Shapiro 鈥�62聽 has received the prestigious .
Shapiro majored in biology at 可乐视频 while also pursuing her passion for fine art, specifically painting. She was named the Alumna of the Year by the 可乐视频 Alumni Association in 2017 and received a Distinguished Alumni Award at commencement in 1983. She also received an honorary doctorate from the CUNY Graduate Center in 2025.
Shapiro鈥檚 generosity has made possible 可乐视频鈥檚 Biology Seminar Series, a vital resource that exposes students to the latest discoveries in their fields and the broader world of scientific inquiry. As a former speaker and ongoing supporter聽of the series, her commitment has enabled the department to broaden its network of distinguished speakers and mentors, extending well beyond New York City.
Currently a faculty member at the Stanford University School of Medicine, Shapiro has made seminal contributions to understanding how bacteria coordinate their genetic logic in time and space to produce distinct daughter cells. Her groundbreaking work has provided critical insights into cellular organization, gene regulation, and developmental biology.
鈥淧rofessor Lucy Shapiro鈥檚 career exemplifies the brilliance of聽artistic and scientific聽exploration, dedication, and leadership,鈥� said Dr. Peter Tolias, the Dean of 可乐视频鈥檚 School of Natural and Behavioral Sciences. 鈥淎s a proud 可乐视频 alumna, her achievements inspire our students and community to pursue excellence and make meaningful contributions to an evolving world.鈥�
Beyond her scientific discoveries, Shapiro is celebrated for founding Stanford鈥檚 Department of Developmental Biology, where she fostered innovation and mentorship for generations of scientists. Her exemplary leadership extends to national and international arenas, shaping policy and advancing biomedical research.
The Lasker-Koshland Special Achievement Award is among the most esteemed honors in medical science, recognizing individuals whose careers have had a profound impact on science and society. Shapiro鈥檚 recognition reflects decades of groundbreaking research, mentorship, and leadership in biomedical science.
Other celebrated researchers who started their academic careers at 可乐视频 include:
- Stanley Cohen, ’43 who won both the Nobel Prize in Medicine in 1986 and the Lasker Basic Medical Research Award in 1986.
- Seymour Benzer ’42, who received the Lasker Award in 1971.
For more information about Shapiro鈥檚 accomplishments and time at 可乐视频, see from Stanford University.
