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UCLA's Dr. Cederbaum Receives Lifetime Achievement Award

5/2/2025

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Dr. Stephen Cederbaum of UCLA Health has been honored with the prestigious 2025 David L. Rimoin Lifetime Achievement Award for his groundbreaking contributions to genetic medicine. His pioneering research on urea cycle disorders has transformed the care of rare metabolic diseases and shaped national newborn screening guidelines, while also inspiring countless students throughout his career.

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Dr. Stephen Cederbaum of UCLA Health has been honored with the prestigious 2025 David L. Rimoin Lifetime Achievement Award for his groundbreaking contributions to genetic medicine. His pioneering research on urea cycle disorders has transformed the care of rare metabolic diseases and shaped national newborn screening guidelines, while also inspiring countless students throughout his career.