Claire Richardson once thought she did not have what it took to be a neural genetics researcher. Not only was neuroscience “too hard,” but she was nervous about other aspects of working in academia: public …
Month: January 2025
Q&A with Heather Gerard: How UW Genetics Shaped a Career in Biotech Leadership
Heather Gerard, a Class of 2000 alumni of UW-Madison’s Genetics & Genomics program, tells her story of building a career at the intersection of science and biotechnology. As the Senior Intellectual Property(IP) Protection & Strategy Manager …
PhD Candidate Sierra Love shares her experience at UW-Madison and her research identifying novel inhibitors of pre-mRNA splicing
Sierra Love is a current PhD candidate at UW-Madison working in the Hoskins lab. In this Q&A, she talks about the mentorship that encouraged her to pursue a PhD, her experience as a PhD candidate …
Dr. Donna Werling – Unraveling the Brain: Groundbreaking Research on Sex Differences and Autism
Donna Werling’s career path was illuminated by her personal experiences from a very young age. Her early role as a caregiver for her cousin with autism sparked an interest in understanding the human brain and …
Q&A with Madison Castle: From UW-Madison to Public Health in Scotland
Madison Castle, an Class of 2022 alumnus of UW-Madison’s Genetics & Genomics program, shares her journey from student to public health professional in Scotland. Currently working with Public Health Scotland, she plays a key role …
Genetics student Ella Miller wins second place for study abroad picture
Ella Miller recently won second place for her photo taken during her study abroad in Costa Rica with Professor Pelegri’s UW Banking Animal Biodiversity program. To read more and to see the photos of the …
Professor Skop interviewed by Nature Cell Biology
Genetics Professor Ahna Skop was recently interviewed by Nature Cell Biology. In the article, Professor Skop discusses her research, education, and the importance of art in her work and life. To read the full article, …