How was your experience with the program? It was really informative and exciting. I was intimidated at first because this was my first exposure to the world of research, but everyone involved in the program …
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Marley Joseph’s Testimonial – SROP 2023
How was your experience with the program? I really enjoyed the past two months I spent in Madison. Being able to learn valuable research skills and work in a field that I am passionate about …
Olivia Johnson’s Testimonial – SROP 2023
Olivia Johnson talks about her experience with the 2023 Summer Research Opportunity Program in Biomedical Data Science.
Yunju Ha’s Testimonial – SROP 2023
How was your experience with the program? I really enjoyed my experience with the program. This was my first time participating in a research program, so I was not quite sure what to expect but …
New tools for campus genomics help researchers connect
CGSI is partnering with groups on campus to create and compile mechanisms for UW-Madison genomic researchers to connect, learn, and collaborate.
Student Highlight: Jiacheng Miao – Statistical genomics
Jiacheng Miao explains his research on polygenic gene-environment interactions, multi-ancestry genetic risk prediction, and equitable health knowledge.
Faculty Highlight: Matt Anderson – exploring genetic diversity and Indigenous relationships
Matt Anderson joins the Laboratory of Genetics and CGSI, bringing expertise in the effects of genetic diversity and fungal pathogens and a strong connection to Indigenous community.
Faculty Highlight: Justin Wolter – Genetics of risk and resilience in neurodevelopment
Dr. Justin Wolter joins the Laboratory of Genetics as an Assistant Professor. His lab studies how genomic variation affects risk and resilience in neurodevelopmental disorders.
The ethical debate on human genome editing
Associate Professor Krishanu Saha is a leading genome engineer and co-director of the Global Observatory for Genome Editing, a group spearheading discussions around the ethics and application of human genome editing.
Student Highlight: Mabel Minji Jung – studying a disease with personal impact
Mabel Minji Jung of the Bresnick Lab talks about her personal trajectory and her research on blood cancer predisposition mechanisms.