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Alumni Newsletter Features

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Recent Featured Genetics & Genomics Publications

Posted on February 1, 2025

Explore the latest groundbreaking research from the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s Genetics & Genomics Department. This collection highlights recent publications by both faculty and students, showcasing the department’s commitment to advancing scientific knowledge. Stay informed about …

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Dr. Claire Richardson – From Doubt to Discovery: Journey to Confidence in Neural Genetics

Posted on January 17, 2025

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 …

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Q&A with Heather Gerard: How UW Genetics Shaped a Career in Biotech Leadership

Posted on January 17, 2025

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 …

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PhD Candidate Sierra Love shares her experience at UW-Madison and her research identifying novel inhibitors of pre-mRNA splicing

Posted on January 17, 2025

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 …

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Dr. Donna Werling – Unraveling the Brain: Groundbreaking Research on Sex Differences and Autism

Posted on January 17, 2025

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 …

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Q&A with Madison Castle: From UW-Madison to Public Health in Scotland

Posted on January 17, 2025

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 …

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