From new noninvasive approaches to identifying bacterial infections deep inside the body, to generating 3-D brain-like tissues to pinpoint the mechanisms behind the Zika virus, discoveries by our trainees have helped propel research endeavors at Johns Hopkins Medicine. Marking its 40-year anniversary, the annual Young Investigators Day ceremony has celebrated the unique contributions of our junior researchers and the mentors who helped them excel in their fields.

Meet 15 of this year’s awardees. Select any trainee below to learn more about their extraordinary work—both in and outside the lab.