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The Annual Drosophila Research Conference spans generations of scientists
For generations of Drosophila researchers, the Annual Drosophila Research Conference has been more than a place to share science—it’s a community. Hear from first-time attendees and longtime participants about the connections, mentorship, discoveries, and opportunities that keep them coming back to Dros year after year.
Early Career Leadership Spotlight: Sara McPherson
Tips for finding a scientific narrative
Early Career Leadership Spotlight: Bahaar Chawla
Landing a faculty position: Jazlyn Mooney
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A framework for working smarter and harder
Graduate school is about more than mastering research—it is an opportunity to build leadership, communication, and career development skills that extend far beyond the lab. Drawing on experiences as a first-generation student and early-career researcher, this reflection explores practical lessons for approaching doctoral training with purpose, agency, and a long-term perspective.
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Early Career Leadership Spotlight: Leila Abtahi
We’re taking time to get to know the members of the GSA Early Career Scientist Subcommittees. Join us to learn more about members of the Early Career Leadership Program.
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Landing a faculty position: Ben Vincent
Interviews from newly appointed faculty members shed light on the path to landing a faculty position.
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Landing a faculty position: Arun Peter
Interviews from newly appointed faculty members shed light on the path to landing a faculty position.
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Yeast 2026: Where the yeast community comes alive
We chatted with Yeast 2026 organizers Vivien Measday, Grant Brown, Caiti Smukowski Heil, and Joseph Schacherer about this year’s conference. Their insights? Yeast 2026 brings research that sparks the future of science, and you won’t want to miss it.
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Early Career Leadership Spotlight: Sanjana Sundararajan
We’re taking time to get to know the members of the GSA Early Career Scientist Subcommittees. Join us to learn more about members of the Early Career Leadership Program.









