2027 Chauncey Leake Memorial Lecture

This past Friday, October 30, our very own Dr. Jia Zhou was honored as this year’s Chauncey Leake Distinguished Lecturer, one of the Pharmacology & Toxicology Department’s most prestigious recognitions. His seminar, “Bridging Chemistry and Biology: Discovery of Pharmacological Tools and Translation into Therapeutics,” drew an outstanding audience of faculty, researchers, trainees, and colleagues from across campus. The engaging presentation, followed by a post-seminar luncheon, sparked thoughtful discussion, and highlighted Dr. Zhou’s significant contributions to translational research and drug discovery.

To celebrate this well-deserved honor, colleagues and friends gathered later that evening for a special reception recognizing Dr. Zhou’s achievements and impact on the scientific community.

Pictured here, Dr. Lawrence Sowers presents Dr. Zhou with a commemorative plaque in recognition of this distinguished honor and his selection as the 2026 Chauncey Leake Distinguished Lecturer.