College of Arts and Sciences Dean Ron Yasbin presented UMSL social work professors Sharon Johnson (left) and Lois Pierce with the award.

College of Arts and Sciences Dean Ron Yasbin presented UMSL social work professors Sharon Johnson (left) and Lois Pierce with the award.
College of Arts and Sciences Dean Ron Yasbin presented UMSL social work professors Sharon Johnson (left) and Lois Pierce with the award.
College of Arts and Sciences Dean Ron Yasbin presented UMSL social work professors Sharon Johnson (left) and Lois Pierce with the award.
Nichols is investigating proteins linked to inflammation in the brain that occurs as part of the neurodegenerative disease.