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News
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Join or renew your membership with GSA
If you're considering joining us at a meeting, publishing in the journals, or participating on a committee, the ECLP, or the Peer Review Training Program in 2025, sign up today to make the most of your membership benefits.September 26, 2024 -
Volunteer to be a FlyCROSS Mentor
FlyBoard is seeking volunteer mentors for its FlyCROSS program, which aims to foster the development of early career scientists by connecting them with mentors beyond their immediate circles.October 17, 2024 -
Fly Board seeking Drosophila research volunteers
Volunteers who are interested in advocating for Drosophila research can help organize meetings, serve on the Fly Board, and represent the interests of fly researchers.October 15, 2024 -
October 2024 issue of GENETICS published
Read the latest science published in GENETICS.October 8, 2024 -
October 2024 issue of G3 published
Read the latest science published in G3: Genes|Genomes|Genetics.October 8, 2024 -
NIH Director’s opinion paper promotes the power of basic science
"While applied research appears to be in the ascendancy at the moment, it is important to remember that without an equal and ongoing commitment to basic science, there would soon be nothing to translate into applications."October 1, 2024
Events
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Presidential Membership Initiative application deadline
GSA encourages eligible candidates to apply for the Presidential Membership Initiative, which grants a free 2025 membership, an abstract fee waiver for a GSA conference, and much more.November 1, 2024 -
#Dros25 abstract submission deadline
As the largest gathering of scientists studying Drosophila melanogaster, this conference offers plenty of opportunities to discuss new ideas and navigate your next career steps.November 14, 2024 -
Open Questions competition submission deadline
Submit an Open Questions article to Royal Society Publishing's inaugural "Open Biology" Open Questions competition for the chance to win an overall cash prize of £1,000 and a full Article Processing Charge waiver.October 31, 2024 -
#Dros25 workshop application deadline
Apply to organize a workshop at #Dros25 covering topics of general interest to the Drosophila community such as techniques, emerging or specialized research areas, and community resources.November 7, 2024 -
4th MexFly Drosophila Meeting
This meeting will take place from November 7–8 in Mexico City, gathering researchers working with Drosophila from around Mexico. Sessions will span Development, Epigenetics, Physiology, and Toxicology.November 7, 2024 -
Multilingual Seminar: Portuguese
This online event will feature experts sharing their experiences and insights on career development for scientists through discussions on scientific careers, industry, academia, professional skills, and networking in Portuguese.November 13, 2024 -
G2F Genotype by Environment Prediction Competition opens
Develop models to predict corn yield in the 2024 G2F trials based on the current G2F dataset and other publicly available data for the chance to win a $4,000 prize and expenses paid for international meeting attendance.November 15, 2024 -
Genetics of Bacteria: A Call for Papers
This series in GENETICS and G3 will highlight recent genetic and genomic work that leverages both classical and innovative genetic approaches in the study of bacterial genetics.December 2, 2024 -
Hugo Bellen and Catherine Tasnier Drosophila Neurogenetics Lecture nomination deadline
The Hugo Bellen and Catherine Tasnier Drosophila Neurogenetics Lecture is a brand new award by GSA that recognizes a postdoc or assistant professor for their outstanding achievements in genetics as applied to neuroscience in Drosophila.December 2, 2024 -
GSA Undergraduate Travel Award application deadline
Undergraduate GSA members are encouraged to apply for this award, which will grant funding to attend #Dros25 or #Worm25.December 4, 2024 -
Larry Sandler Award nomination deadline
This award is presented each year to an outstanding recent graduate who has completed a PhD in an area of Drosophila research.December 13, 2024 -
Gruber Genetics Prize nomination deadline
The Gruber Genetics Prize is presented to a leading scientist, or up to three, in recognition of groundbreaking contributions to any realm of genetics research.December 15, 2024 -
Drosophila Community Service Award nomination deadline
This award is given once a year to acknowledge outstanding contributions to the Drosophila community.January 16, 2025 -
#Dros25 early registration deadline
Register early to take advantage of discounted rates. GSA members receive additional discounts.January 21, 2025 -
Drosophila Image Award submission deadline
This award recognizes compelling images that communicate important findings in Drosophila research.January 31, 2025 -
Multilingual Seminar Series: Yoruba
This online event will feature expert panelists for a discussion on genomic applications for adequate health care.February 15, 2025 -
25th International Worm Meeting
Join us for #Worm25 at the University of California, Davis!June 28, 2025