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How many genes is too many? Breeding crops to withstand the elements
Researchers show that the key to helping crops withstand shifting conditions may lie in balancing speed with flexibility.
Community Voices
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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
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Yeast 2026: Where the yeast community comes alive
Policy & Advocacy
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Successful advocacy—R&D funding protected for FY26
The collective voice of the scientific community is a powerful tool. Help us make a difference.
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Why scientists’ voices matter in Congress: A conversation with Adriana Bankston on the importance of federal research advocacy
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When U.S. scientific research isn’t funded, the economy takes a hit
Science & Publishing
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How iconic campus trees can help build equity in genomic education
Discover how Alex Harkess’ quest to make genomics education accessible sparked a nationwide movement where students sequence beloved campus plants, publish real research, and unlock new pathways into science—one genome at a time.
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Editorial Board Updates at GENETICS
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Why fungi matter: Highlights from the GSA Journals Fungal Genetics and Genomics Series
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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…