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Congratulations to the 2026 Yeast Poster Award recipients!
Each year, GSA recognizes outstanding student research at the Yeast Genetics Meeting, honoring exceptional presentations by undergraduate and graduate student members. Award recipients are selected based on both the scientific merit of their research and the clarity of their presentation. Please join us in congratulating this year’s awardees. Nasima AkhterUniversity of Rochester I study the…
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