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Physiology faculty honored in 2026 College of Medicine – Tucson Awards

March 12, 2026

Several faculty members from the Department of Physiology were recognized for excellence in teaching in the 2026 College of Medicine–Tucson faculty awards, which honor outstanding faculty across the college.

group shot of award winners

Dan McNabney, PhD, Allyson Roof, PhD, Claudia Stanescu, PhD, and Mattie Klass, PhD

Several faculty members from the Department of Physiology were recognized for excellence in teaching in the 2026 College of Medicine–Tucson Awards, which honor outstanding faculty across the college.

Among this year’s honorees were physiology faculty who received Academy of Medical Education Scholars (AMES) awards for their contributions to undergraduate and medical student education.

AMES Vernon and Virginia Furrow Excellence in Teaching Awards

The Vernon and Virginia Furrow Excellence in Teaching Awards recognize outstanding achievements in education at the College of Medicine–Tucson. This year’s recipients included two faculty members from the Department of Physiology:

  • Claudia Stanescu, PhD — Excellence in Basic Science Teaching, Medical Student Curriculum
  • Allyson Roof, PhD — Excellence in Teaching, Undergraduate Curriculum

AMES Awards

The AMES awards recognize outstanding achievements in education by early-career faculty members. Physiology faculty honored with AMES awards include:

  • Mattie Klass, PhD — Excellence in Basic Science Teaching, Undergraduate Curriculum
  • Dan McNabney, PhD — Excellence in Basic Science Teaching, Medical Student Curriculum

Together, these recognitions highlight the Department of Physiology’s impact across undergraduate and medical education at the College of Medicine–Tucson. Through innovative teaching and mentorship, physiology faculty continue to help prepare the next generation of scientists and physicians.