• What does it mean to you to get an award like this?
• How is it important to Baylor College of Medicine?
• Describe your commitment to BCM since coming here 36 years ago.
• Is this award important for your research field?
• What's next?
• Do you see a convergence of science?
• In your career, are there things you wish you would have done differently?

A conversation with Bert O'Malley

Describe your commitment to BCM since coming here 36 years ago.

Bert O'Malley, M.D., chair of the department of molecular and cellular biology, is one of eight leaders in science to be honored by the president as recipients of the 2007 National Medal of Science. The ceremony will be Sept. 29.