Since its establishment in 1960, the International Society of Endocrinology has been privileged to have prominent society leaders who have played a pivotal role in advancing the field of endocrinology on a global scale. These remarkable individuals have contributed their expertise, commitment, and visionary leadership to promote ISE’s mission of advancing endocrine and metabolic science, education, practice, and advocacy worldwide. Their efforts have not only shaped the society but have also had an impact on the international endocrine community, promoting the spirit of collaboration and excellence that defines ISE.
We recognize the enduring legacy of these past leaders and are proud of them having been a part of the ISE Family.
Past Senior Leadership Members
Bernado A. Houssay (Argentina) – Honorary President of ICE 1960
F.T.G. Prunty (UK) – ISE Chairperson 1964-1968
Roy O. Greep (USA) – ISE Chairperson 1968-1972
F. Gross (Germany) – ISE Chairperson 1972 – 1976
J.C. Beck (Canada) – ISE Secretary-Treasurer 1964-1976
Grant W. Liddle (USA) – ISE Chairperson 1976-1980
B. Hudson (Australia) – ISE Chairperson 1980 – 1984
M.B. Lipsett (USA) – ISE Secretary-Treasurer 1976 – 1984
Ernst Knobil (Germany) – ISE Chairperson 1984-1988
L. Martini (Italy) – ISE Chairperson 1988 – 1992
Hiro Imura (Japan) – ISE Chairperson 1992-1996
John Funder (Australia) – ISE Chairperson 1996 – 2000
Wylie Vale (USA) – ISE Chairperson 2000 – 2004
Lesley Rees (UK) – ISE Secretary-Treasurer 1984 – 2004
Shlomo Melmed (USA) – ISE Chairperson 2004 – 2008
Felipe F. Casanueva (Spain) – ISE Chairperson 2008 -2012
Margaret Shupnik (USA) – ISE Chairperson 2012-2016
Paul Stewart (UK) – ISE Secretary-Treasurer 2004 – 2016
Andre Lacroix (Canada) – ISE Chairperson 2016 – 2020
Margaret Wierman (USA) – ISE President 2020 – 2022
Emanuel Christ (Switzerland) – ISE Secretary-Treasurer 2016 – 2022