FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE PALMA, SPAIN — JUNE 19, 2026 — The International Carotenoid Society (ICS) concluded its landmark 20th International Symposium on Carotenoids at the Hotel Victoria Gran Meliá in Palma, Spain, with the presentation of its highest honors. Marking the 60th anniversary of the symposium series, the society officially announced the two distinguished recipients…
The next Carotenoids GRC will be held on January 10–15, 2027 in Oxnard, CA. The conference brings together carotenoid researchers from diverse fields, providing an interdisciplinary forum to share cutting-edge discoveries, connect with peers, and foster collaboration across the community. Link: https://www.grc.org/carotenoids-conference/2027/
In memory of Prof. Lowell D. Kispert (June 9, 1940– February 8, 2026), his transformative contributions to the field of carotenoid radicals are recognized here. Although Prof. Kispert had been a pioneer in studying organic radicals with EPR (Electron Paramagnetic Resonance) since 1960s, his first major carotenoid-focused study entitled “Carotenoid cation radicals: electrochemical, optical, and EPR study” appeared…
Please congratulate Dr. Radtke in receiving a very promising impact score on the prestigious MOSAIC K99/R00 Pathway to Independence Award from the NIH. Dr. Radtke will implement carotenoids as a biomarker for dietary intake in the primary care setting to support health-related behavior change in Food is Medicine interventions. Dr. Radtke (mentee) and Dr. Moran…
