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When U.S. scientific research isn’t funded, the economy takes a hit
Our latest blog series shedding light on how members of our community are being affected by recent government funding and policy changes continues with a look into the economic impact to the United States and loss of output from decreased investment in science. Read the previous post on how the changes are impacting early career…
Community Voices
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Accessibility in STEM: An interview with Dr. Jenny Tenlen
Jenny Tenlen, an Associate Professor of Biology at Seattle Pacific University, shares how her experiences as a first-generation college student with Stickler Syndrome shaped her commitment to accessibility in STEM. This interview launches a new series from the GSA Early Career Scientist Accessibility Subcommittee highlighting stories about accessibility in science.
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Early Career Leadership Spotlight: Mahmoud Izadi
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Early Career Leadership Spotlight: Sumitra Tatapudy
Policy & Advocacy
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A Call to Action: Learn what you can do now to protect science
A message to the GSA Community from The Executive Committee of the Genetics Society of America
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Letter from the GSA President on recent developments arising from the U.S. Presidential administration
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Paths to Science Policy with Daniel Pomeroy
Science & Publishing
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Mapping the natural history of yeast in a science outreach program
New research published in G3: Genes|Genomes|Genetics lays out a geographical sampling activity tailored for middle school students that helps discover genetic diversity in yeast populations residing in North American oaks.
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The little worm that could (escape light): a single nerve cell helps C. elegans escape harmful UV exposure
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Why one worm species beats the heat better than another one
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Cold-loving fungi fight frostbite, but can’t take the heat
To the unaided eye, Antarctic soil and alpine glaciers may appear to be barren wastelands devoid of life. But some microbes call hostile habitats like these home. Research on one such organism, published in the latest issue of G3, reveals some of the mechanisms behind cold adaptation—and explains why these otherwise hardy creatures can’t survive…