Dr. Susan Shao was just named a 2018 Vallee Foundation Scholar. Congratulations, Susan! The Vallee Foundation was created in 1996 by Bert and Kuggie Vallee, and its mission is to support outstanding young scientists who strive to advance their field with innovative and cutting edge techniques. The Foundation focuses on cultivating ingenuity and leadership through its worldwide programs. In addition to the Vallee Scholars program, the Foundation offers several programs to enhance research, including the Visiting Professorship Program and trainee travel fellowships. Susan's research focuses on the molecular mechanisms of protein quality control that are critical for maintaining cellular homeostasis; by studying the fate of newly synthesized proteins using biochemistry, structural biology, and cell biology approaches, her research will contribute to a better understanding of human diseases such as neurodegeneration and cancer. Learn more about Susan's research here.