GGA Seminar Series

Random Principles of Genetics: Interactive Web Learning Objects for Students Dr. Henry Schaffer, Professor Emeritus of Genetics & Biomathematics Coordinator of Special IT Projects and Faculty Collaborations at NC State University Website | hes@ncsu.edu Abstract Many students have trouble coping with stochastic/random variation aspects in genetics and related subjects, even when they understand the "expected"…

Characterizing the human translational potential of EGCG from green tea for obesity prevention: a proof-of-concept study in a genetically diverse Diversity Outbred mouse cohort Dr. Andrew Neilson, Associate Professor, Department of Food, Bioprocessing & Nutrition Science and Plants for Human Health Institute at NC State Website | aneilso@ncsu.edu Abstract The CDC estimates that >42% of US adults…

This event has been canceled and will likely be rescheduled in the Spring. Molecular and evolutionary processes generating variation in gene expression Trisha Wittkopp, Ph.D., Sally L. Allen Professor of Ecology & Evolutionary Biology and Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology at University of Michigan Website | Twitter Abstract Genetic variation affecting gene expression is wide-spread…

Exploring historical and modern African American genomes to better understand health outcomes in African Americans Dr. Carter Clinton, Postdoctoral Scholar, Departments of Anthropology and Biology at Pennsylvania State University Website | Twitter Abstract As a recently admixed population, researchers study African Americans to better understand the process of admixture, the effects of the largest forced…

Energizing Genetics and Genomics Outreach with The Science House Jason Painter, Ph.D., Director, The Science House at NC State University Website | Twitter Abstract Since The Science House was founded in 1991, it has remained committed to inspiring the next generation of STEM innovators and researchers and increasing diversity among students pursuing STEM degrees and professionals…

Genomic signatures of the repeated evolution of social complexity in ants Tim Linksvayer, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Biological Sciences at Texas Tech University Website | Twitter Abstract Social complexity varies tremendously across the ants. Some species have colonies made up of a few monomorphic individuals, while others have colonies with millions of highly polymorphic workers…

Unraveling post-invasion dynamics of the amphibian-killing fungus in Ecuadorian forests via portable genetic instrumentation David Rodriguez, Ph.D., Associate Professor in the Department of Biology at Texas State University Website | Twitter Abstract Measuring genetic diversity contributes to the delineation of operational taxonomic units, evolutionarily significant units, designation of management units, and informs evolutionary hypotheses explaining…

Predicting microfungal evolution and ecology from genome data Dr. Douda Bensasson, Associate Professor in Bioinformatics, Plant Biology and Fungal Biology at University of Georgia Website | Twitter Abstract TBD The GGA Seminar Series is held In-Person and on Zoom: https://ncsu.zoom.us/j/99920963547?pwd=alRnK21UMDVHRVgxT2tWa3JoK1pPdz09

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Genetic Basis of Adaptation in Freshwater Mussels Rebekah Rogers, Ph.D., Associate Professor Dept of Bioinformatics and Genomics at UNC Charlotte Website | Twitter Abstract Freshwater Unionid bivalves have recently faced ecological upheaval through pollution, barriers to dispersal, human harvesting, and changes in fish-host prevalence. Currently, over 70% of species are threatened, endangered or extinct. To…

Applied genomics for disease management in vegetable crops Lina Quesada, Ph.D., Professor and University Faculty Scholar at NC State University Website | Twitter Abstract Pseudoperonospora cubensis, an obligate oomycete pathogen, causes cucurbit downy mildew (CDM) on a broad range of host plants including cucumber, cantaloupe, watermelon, pumpkin, and squash. In 2004, CDM re-emerged in the…

The Mysterious Case of The Weeping Peach & Other Fruitful Adventures into The Regulation of Plant Architecture Courtney Hollender, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Horticulture at Michigan State University Website | Twitter Abstract My research program is focused on answering fundamental questions about plant growth and development that are applicable to tree fruit production. Shoot architecture…