Women in science award for Oxford chemist

University | Science 18 Feb 11 Professor Carol Robinson of the Department of Chemistry has won the 2011 FEBS/EMBO Women in Science Award. The award, made by The European Molecular Biology Organization (EMBO) and the Federation of European Biochemical Societies (FEBS), recognises her pioneering work in the development of mass spectrometry as a tool used for investigating the structure and dynamics of protein complexes as well as her mentoring of women pursuing careers in science. The FEBS/EMBO Women in Science Award rewards the exceptional achievements of a female researcher in molecular biology over the previous five years. Winners of the award are role models who inspire future generations of women in science. Professor Robinson said: 'I am truly delighted that the work of my research group has been honoured in this way Women from many continents and countries are employed in my group. They have enriched my research bringing different talents and skills.' Professor Robinson's research has opened up a new area of mass spectrometry. Her group was one of the first to use electrospray mass spectrometry to study large protein complexes.