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How policy changes are driving top researchers abroad and what that means for the U.S.
The U.S. has long been a global leader in science, but that position is at risk. As research funding drops and political pressures rise, scientists, particularly in academia and research institutes, are at a crossroads—what will happen to their labs and their research? Innovation is slowing, and the next generation of researchers is being driven out. Without renewed support, the future of American science and the benefits it brings to our nation could be lost.
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How understanding the genetic traits of this unique nocturnal creature can help save it from extinction
A new, high-quality genome sequence of the aye-aye genome can help us understand what it needs for future conservation efforts.
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Congratulations to the 2025 DeLill Nasser Awardees!
We’re thrilled to announce the Spring 2025 recipients of the DeLill Nasser Award for Professional Development in Genetics! Awarded twice a year, these grants help graduate students and postdocs take the next step in their careers—whether that’s attending a scientific meeting, participating in a lab course, or connecting with the broader genetics community. The award…
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New resources for our mid-career members
The Genetics Society of America continuously evaluates the needs of our community, including members from across career stages. The newly established Engagement and Professional Development Committee (EPDC)—comprised of early career scientists (ECS), mid-career and established faculty, and non-academic staff— will provide guidance regarding professional development programming to ensure GSA is offering timely and relevant career…
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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
It’s hard to imagine, but the tiny, translucent roundworm called C. elegans has approximately 20,470 protein-coding genes—about the same number as humans. This is perhaps one of the many reasons why this common worm was the first multicellular organism to have its genome completely sequenced during the Human Genome Project in 1998. Studying C. elegans…
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Why one worm species beats the heat better than another one
A new study in GENETICS investigates the role of heat shock regulators and chaperones.
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A plant biologist whose seminal work led to a vision of a sustainable future
One of the most influential geneticists of our time, Dr. Joanne Chory (1955-2024), recipient of the Thomas Hunt Morgan Medal, transformed modern molecular plant biology and applied her trailblazing discoveries to some of science’s most intractable challenges.
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Unlocking understanding in undergraduate evolution education
Teaching is an integral part of many of our jobs as academics, so collaborating with like-minded scientists and scholars to think about how best to present biological concepts to students can be a valuable and rewarding experience. More critically, the way we teach evolution in undergraduate courses, particularly how we address student misconceptions or address…
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Same field, different environment: New study deciphers why maize plants flower at different times–and why it matters
A new international study in G3: Genes|Genomes|Genetics peeled back the husk of maize, revealing a hidden layer of genetic variation that explains why maize grown side by side perceive the same environment differently, and why this matters for future breeding strategies.
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Mapping the mouse seminal vesicle: A single-cell atlas suggests a new role for seminal fluid
The first single-cell atlas of the mouse seminal vesicle published in G3: Genes|Genomes|Genetics links immune signaling to potential paternal effects on reproduction.