Using DNA sequencing to reveal new insights into human diet Lawrence David, Associate Professor of Molecular Genetics & Microbiology; Associate Director, Duke Microbiome Center Website Abstract Tracking diet by self-reporting often presents challenges, including potential inaccuracies and underreporting. To address these obstacles, we introduce an objective approach for monitoring food species based on DNA sequencing,…

Exploration of cis-regulatory diversity in extant Zea mays Alex Marand, Assistant Professor of Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology at University of Michigan Twitter Abstract Each cell of a multicellular organism generally contains the same DNA sequence. Yet, a single organism is composed of hundreds to thousands of highly diverse and functionally unique cell types. This…

Annual GG Scholars Poster Session 2023 - 2024 Cohort Come out and support the GG Scholars as they showcase their posters! This is a great opportunity to provide feedback (after the session) to help our next generation of scientists improve their poster design and poster pitch. More information soon! Join us on Monday, March 4…

Big data, little worms. Peter DiGennaro, Assistant Professor of Nematology at University of Wisconsin – Madison Abstract Significant strides in -omic technologies and artificial intelligence are making their way to specialized disciplines. Here I will explore several applications of these resources to explore plant parasitic nematode pathology. A multi-omics approach leveraged numerous publicly available transcriptomic…

Neuromodulation of the social brain Kenta Asahina, Associate Professor, Molecular Neurobiology Laboratory at Salk Institute for Biological Studies Website Abstract Neuromodulators are key regulators of brain function and behavior. Unlike fast-acting neurotransmitters, biogenic amines and neuropeptides can influence target neurons in multiple ways, affecting levels of activity, patterns of activity, and gene expression for minutes…

Toxic Tort Litigation: How Genomics Science Applications Changed the Status Quo! Len van Zyl, ArrayXpress Join us on Monday, April 1 at 1:30 PM in Stephens Room (3503 Thomas Hall) and ZOOM for the Genetics and Genomics Seminar Series. Register to attend virtually via Zoom. No registration is required to attend In-Person If you are…

CANCELED Patient-Led Initiatives in the Ehlers-Danlos Syndromes Cortney Gensemer, Postdoctoral Fellow at Medical University of SC Twitter | Website Abstract The Ehlers-Danlos Syndromes (EDS) are a group of poorly recognized connective tissue disorders, impacting approximately 1 in 500 individuals. Symptoms manifest across multiple body systems, often leading to compromised quality of life, persistent pain, and…