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The GEP is a nationwide collaboration of institutions that integrates active learning into the undergraduate curriculum through Course-based Undergraduate Research Experiences (CUREs) centered in bioinformatics and genomics. Learn more: thegep.org

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Maru @drprescott.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Excited to share that I’ve been elected Vice President of @genomicsed.bsky.social! I’m especially glad to take on this role while bringing GEP’s Pathways approach into my own genomics teaching. Looking forward to supporting this terrific community and its work in authentic undergraduate research.
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Personal Genetics Education & Dialogue (PGED) @pged.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
We chatted with Grace Burton-Edwards & Brian Schwartz to learn about their experiences within a church community that is intellectually curious, honest, & compassionate in its ministry. Read their story -> pged.org/2026/08/27/g... #pged #communityspotlight #gene #education @genomicsed.bsky.social
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Genomics Education Partnership @genomicsed.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
We’re especially grateful to the faculty who joined us in person this week. Your energy, your conversations, and your help spreading the word made this fundraiser a success. Here’s to what comes next! 5/5
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Genomics Education Partnership @genomicsed.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
These funds support the GEP’s public relations campaign, so we can keep sharing the story of what this community makes possible: Authentic research for undergrads, training & support for faculty, and free, open-access curriculum. 4/5
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Genomics Education Partnership @genomicsed.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
To every member of our GEP network who showed up this week, in person and online: Thank you! Your generosity helps us expand access to meaningful genomics research for undergraduates across the country. 3/5
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Genomics Education Partnership @genomicsed.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
Together, 29 donors raised $3002. We are blown away! 2/5
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Genomics Education Partnership @genomicsed.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
The 2026 GEP National Faculty Workshop has concluded, and so has our fundraiser. We have some exciting news to share. #GenomicsEducation #CURE #GEP #UndergradResearch #ThankYou 🧬🖥️ [Thread] 1/5
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Genomics Education Partnership @genomicsed.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
We've already hit our $2026 goal, with a day to spare! We're now aiming for $3000 by June 18 at 11:59 PM CT. Just $291 to go. Help us finish strong: thegep.org/nfw26-donate #GEPgenomics 🧬🖥️
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GEP 2026: Funding Our Future
The Genomics Education Partnership (GEP) is a nationwide community of 200+ faculty from colleges and universities dedicated to providing students with Course-based Undergraduate Research Experiences (CUREs) in genomics and bioinformatics. We believe that every student deserves the opportunity to do research.
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Genomics Education Partnership @genomicsed.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
Midweek check-in! The 2026 GEP Workshop is going strong, and so is our fundraiser. We’re pushing toward $2026 by June 18 at 11:59 PM CT. Help us get there: thegep.org/nfw26-donate #GEPgenomics 🧬🖥️
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GEP 2026: Funding Our Future
The Genomics Education Partnership (GEP) is a nationwide community of 200+ faculty from colleges and universities dedicated to providing students with Course-based Undergraduate Research Experiences (CUREs) in genomics and bioinformatics. We believe that every student deserves the opportunity to do research.
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Genomics Education Partnership @genomicsed.bsky.social · 14/06/2026
The GEP’s 2026 National Faculty Workshop is underway! We’re celebrating by launching a fundraising campaign: our goal is $2026 by June 18 at 11:59 PM CT to support the GEP’s PR campaign. Donate or share: thegep.org/nfw26-donate #GEPgenomics 🧬🖥️
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GEP 2026: Funding Our Future
The Genomics Education Partnership (GEP) is a nationwide community of 200+ faculty from colleges and universities dedicated to providing students with Course-based Undergraduate Research Experiences (CUREs) in genomics and bioinformatics. We believe that every student deserves the opportunity to do research.
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Genomics Education Partnership @genomicsed.bsky.social · 09/06/2025
Explore the GEP’s free genomics curriculum—perfect for undergrads and easy to bring into your course. #GenomicsEd #FreeSTEMResources #TeachSTEM #BioEd #GEPCUREs
Graphic with text featuring the GEP logo (a computer screen with a DNA helix). The text reads: Enhance Your Teaching with the GEP’s Genomics Tools. Access free teaching materials to modernize your biology curriculum. Learn more at thegep.org
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Genomics Education Partnership @genomicsed.bsky.social · 26/03/2026
For $8.55—the cost of one lunch—you can fund a virtual TA session at the GEP. These sessions provide 1:1 support to undergrads doing real genomics research. Small contribution, real impact. Donate: secure.givelively.org/donate/genom... #GEPgenomics #UndergradResearch #Genomics 🧬🖥
Graphic of a sandwich, featuring the GEP logo (a computer screen with a DNA helix). The text reads: For just $8.55, the cost of one lunch out, you can fund a virtual TA session at the GEP!
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Genomics Education Partnership @genomicsed.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
Final call: GEP Faculty Workshop registration closes May 6 (7pm CDT). We’ll be making decisions about IPERT implementation + the long-term direction of the GEP & nonprofit. All reasonable costs are covered. Check your email for the registration link and submit your response (even if not attending).
Graphic with three DNA helices and the GEP logo (a computer screen with a DNA helix). The text reads: 2026 National GEP Faculty Workshop. Register Today!
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Genomics Education Partnership @genomicsed.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
External Announcement: Registration is open for the upcoming #CRISPR in the Classroom Conference (June 26–28, Rollins College, FL)! Hands-on training and curriculum integration for undergrad teaching. 💰 Travel support available 📅 Deadline: May 15 Register: qubeshub.org/community/gr... #STEMed
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CRISPR in the Classroom Network
QUBES Hub - The Power of Biology, Math, and Community
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Genomics Education Partnership @genomicsed.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
All reasonable costs are covered this year. Check your email for the registration link and submit by May 6, 7pm CDT (extended deadline). Please complete it whether or not you plan to attend.
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Genomics Education Partnership @genomicsed.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
At the 2026 National GEP Faculty Workshop, we’ll be working on: IPERT grant implementation Long-term strategy for the GEP + nonprofit Coordinating curriculum + research across the network
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Genomics Education Partnership @genomicsed.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
The future direction of the GEP will be decided this June, and faculty input is essential! #GEPfaculty #GEPevents 🧬🖥
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Genomics Education Partnership @genomicsed.bsky.social · 25/04/2026
DNA Day celebrates the blueprint of life, and the GEP helps undergrads decode it through hands-on research. Let your students work with real genomic data in the classroom! Visit thegep.org today to learn more. #NationalDNADay #GenomicsEducation #TeachGenomics #CUREs #STEMTeaching #GEPgenomics
Graphic of a genome browser featuring the GEP logo (a computer screen with a DNA helix). The text reads: Celebrate Discovery with the GEP! DNA Day celebrates the blueprint of life—and the GEP helps undergrads decode it through hands on research. Let your students work with real genomic data! Learn more at thegep.org
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Genomics Education Partnership @genomicsed.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
Gene structure & splicing can be hard to teach—and harder to learn. The GEP’s Understanding Eukaryotic Genes modules use genome browsers + active learning to make these concepts stick, while building real bioinformatics skills. Explore: thegep.org/curriculum/u... #GenomicsEducation #GEPteach 🧬🖥
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Understanding Eukaryotic Genes (UEG)
The GEP has designed a series of six “Understanding Eukaryotic Genes” (UEG) modules that employ an active learning approach using a bioinformatics tool, the genome browser, to help students understand eukaryotic gene structure and functionality.
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Genomics Education Partnership @genomicsed.bsky.social · 08/08/2025
In 2005, a small team of researchers asked: What if undergrads didn’t just learn genomics, but contributed to real discoveries? That question launched the Genomics Education Partnership (GEP). #GenomicsEducation #UndergradResearch #GEPCUREs
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Genomics Education Partnership @genomicsed.bsky.social · 26/03/2026
For $8.55—the cost of one lunch—you can fund a virtual TA session at the GEP. These sessions provide 1:1 support to undergrads doing real genomics research. Small contribution, real impact. Donate: secure.givelively.org/donate/genom... #GEPgenomics #UndergradResearch #Genomics 🧬🖥
Graphic of a sandwich, featuring the GEP logo (a computer screen with a DNA helix). The text reads: For just $8.55, the cost of one lunch out, you can fund a virtual TA session at the GEP!
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Genomics Education Partnership @genomicsed.bsky.social · 16/12/2025
200+ colleges. 250+ members. 25,000+ students served. Behind the numbers: real undergrads doing real genomics research. Explore the Genomics Education Partnership at thegep.org #STEMEquity #UndergradResearch #GenomicsEducation #GEPCUREs
Graphic with text featuring the GEP logo (a computer screen with a DNA helix). The text reads: 200+ colleges and universities, 250+ active members, 25,000+ students served. Genomics Education Partnership: Learn more at thegep.org.
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Bennington College @benningtoncollege.bsky.social · 24/02/2026
We are so proud of these 23 students.👏
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Genomics Education Partnership @genomicsed.bsky.social · 24/02/2026
Last call coming up ⏰ GEP Student Symposium registration closes tomorrow (Wed Feb 25 at 8pm CT). Free, online, and open to all GEP students — presenting or not. Join us Saturday Feb 28. Register here: symposium.foragerone.com/gep-student-... #UndergradResearch #Genomics #GEPstudents 🧬🖥
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Symposium is the simplest way to host amazing academic events. We're an all-in-one virtual and hybrid events platform designed for research organizations.
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Genomics Education Partnership @genomicsed.bsky.social · 22/02/2026
Grateful for the professors who make research accessible to students everywhere. Your work is the backbone of the Genomics Education Partnership. Learn more — and support the nonprofit — at thegep.org. #GenomicsEducation #UndergradResearch 🧬🖥️
Q: “In one sentence, what makes the GEP different?” R: “The GEP provides opportunities to be involved in genomics research to all types of science faculty and students, whether these individuals have a strong background in genomics or are just starting to learn about the field.” ~Anonymous. Learn more at thegep.org.
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Genomics Education Partnership @genomicsed.bsky.social · 20/02/2026
This event is open to all GEP students. Register here: symposium.foragerone.com/gep-student-...
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Symposium by ForagerOne
Symposium is the simplest way to host amazing academic events. We're an all-in-one virtual and hybrid events platform designed for research organizations.
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Genomics Education Partnership @genomicsed.bsky.social · 20/02/2026
Not presenting at the GEP Student Symposium? You’re still invited. Come see what undergraduate genomics research looks like + learn about science careers. Registration closes Feb 25. Event Sat Feb 28 | online. #UndergradResearch #Genomics #GEPstudents 🧬🖥
You’re invited to the spring 2026 GEP Student Symposium. See what GEP research looks like, connect with peers, and learn about science careers.
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Genomics Education Partnership @genomicsed.bsky.social · 19/02/2026
At the Genomics Education Partnership, we support faculty in embedding authentic research into undergraduate courses. Students gain technical skills, collaborative experience, and pathways to publication. #CURE #Bioinformatics #STEMeducation
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Genomics Education Partnership @genomicsed.bsky.social · 19/02/2026
This publication includes 1,128 co-authors from across the U.S. and U.S. territories, 967 of whom participated in the research project as undergraduate students. #UndergradResearch
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Recombination Suppression Drives Expansion of the Drosophila Dot Chromosome
Abstract. Genome size varies widely, even among closely related species, yet much less is known about chromosome size variation. Here we use the fourth chr
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Genomics Education Partnership @genomicsed.bsky.social · 19/02/2026
Huge congrats to students at @benningtoncollege.bsky.social for earning co-authorship on published genomics research! Read more: www.bennington.edu/news-and-fea... #GEPstudents #GEPresearch #Genomics
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Students Earn Coauthorship on Published Genomics Research | Bennington College
Fig. 1 from ​​​​“Recombination Suppression Drives Expansion of the Drosophila Dot Chromosome," which was published in the December issue of Molecular Biology and Evolution
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Genomics Education Partnership @genomicsed.bsky.social · 17/02/2026
GEP students: registration is open for the Spring 2026 Student Symposium! ✔️ student presentations ✔️ alumni career panel ✔️ keynote on scientific journeys Sat Feb 28 | 11:00am–3:10pm CT | online + free Register by Feb 25: symposium.foragerone.com/gep-student-... #UndergradResearch #GEPstudents 🧬 🖥
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Genomics Education Partnership @genomicsed.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
🧬 We’ve put together a playlist of short videos to guide students through key tools for gene annotation—like NCBI BLAST, RNA-Seq tracks, and the Gene Model Checker. 🖥️ Watch here: www.youtube.com/playlist?lis... #UndergraduateResearch #GEPgenomics #Genomics #Bioinformatics
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GEP | Tool Tutorials
This series of videos is intended to help GEP students use (and troubleshoot) the annotation tools.
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Amanda Stahlke @doctorstahlker.bsky.social · 09/02/2026
Absolutely pumped for today’s GEP Science seminar from Carl Hjelmen @cehjelmen09.bsky.social on investigations of insect genome size - propelled by the fresh eyes of undergraduate researchers at Utah Valley University. Hope to see yall GEPers @genomicsed.bsky.social at 1 pm CST!
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Genomics Education Partnership @genomicsed.bsky.social · 05/02/2026
Thanks to our 250+ GEP faculty, undergrads experience real genomics research—not just lectures. Help us keep this national network thriving: secure.givelively.org/donate/genom... #CUREs #GEPfaculty #GEPCUREs #GenomicsEducation
Q: “In one sentence, what makes the GEP different?” R: “What makes the GEP different is the community of scholars who are passionate about teaching, who support each other in developing curriculum and providing research opportunities for students at a wide array of institutions.” ~Norma Velazquez Ulloa. Learn more at thegep.org.
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Genomics Education Partnership @genomicsed.bsky.social · 04/02/2026
📣 A reminder for current GEP students: the abstract deadline has been extended to Feb 6 at 8p (CT). Presenting at the Student Symposium is a great way to practice communicating your science and build experience in research. 🧬 🖥️ #UndergraduateResearch #Research #GEPstudents #GEPevents
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Genomics Education Partnership @genomicsed.bsky.social · 01/02/2026
Just a few donations can ensure the GEP continues delivering real research opportunities to undergrads. Be the difference. Donate now → secure.givelively.org/donate/genom... #DonateToday #GenomicsEducation #GEPgenomics
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Donate Now | Genomics Education Partnership
The Genomics Education Partnership is dedicated to facilitating effective post-secondary biology education by providing training, resources, and mentorship to empower faculty to provide their students Course-based Undergraduate Research Experiences (CUREs) centered in genomics and bioinformatics.
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Genomics Education Partnership @genomicsed.bsky.social · 28/01/2026
We asked our alumni what the GEP meant to them. Here’s what Kiersten Wienclawski had to say. #GEPstudents #GEPCUREs #GenomicsEducation
Q: “In one sentence, what did the GEP mean to you?” R: “The GEP meant working with a supportive, caring, and passionate team, eager to help students and share in their love for science and research. The GEP played a very great role in my life, and I wouldn’t have traded any of it for the world!” ~Kiersten Wienclawski. Learn more at thegep.org.
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Genomics Education Partnership @genomicsed.bsky.social · 22/01/2026
$8.55—the cost of a sandwich—funds a virtual TA session at the GEP. That’s a chance for a student to get one-on-one guidance in genomics research. Donate today: secure.givelively.org/donate/genom... #CUREs #STEMeducation #GEPgenomics
Graphic of a sandwich and potato chips, featuring text and the GEP logo (a computer screen with a DNA helix). The text reads: For just $8.55—about the cost of a sandwich—you can fund a virtual TA session at the GEP.
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Genomics Education Partnership @genomicsed.bsky.social · 20/01/2026
Learn about the GEP’s mission at: thegep.org If you would like to support us, please visit our nonprofit website: nonprofit.thegep.org #GEPfaculty #GEPCUREs #CUREs #GenomicsEducation
Q: “What gap in STEM education does the GEP help you fill?” R: “The GEP has allowed me to bring authentic research experiences to my community college students, who would normally not have a chance to pursue independent projects.” ~Jessica Crowley, PhD. Learn more at thegep.org.
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Genomics Education Partnership @genomicsed.bsky.social · 15/01/2026
🔬 Working on a Pathways Project annotation? Check out the GEP’s full video walkthrough series—step by step through an example gene annotation. 📺 www.youtube.com/playlist?lis... #GenomicsEducation #CUREs #UndergraduateResearch #GEPgenomics
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GEP | Pathways Project
This series of videos is intended to help GEP students annotate a Pathways Project gene from start to finish.
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Genomics Education Partnership @genomicsed.bsky.social · 11/01/2026
📣 GEP students—good news! The abstract deadline for the 2026 GEP Student Symposium has been extended to Feb 6 at 8p (CT). Abstracts are ≤250 words, feedback is provided, open to all GEP students. Virtual event Feb 27–Mar 1. Submit here: symposium.foragerone.com/gep-student-...
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Genomics Education Partnership @genomicsed.bsky.social · 10/01/2026
The GEP has reached 25,000+ students with research-driven classroom experiences in genomics. We’re giving undergrads the chance to do real science. Learn more: thegep.org #CUREs #GenomicsEducation #GEPgenomics
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Genomics Education Partnership (GEP)
provides Course-based Undergraduate Research Experiences (CUREs) in bioinformatics and genomics
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Genomics Education Partnership @genomicsed.bsky.social · 09/01/2026
📌 UPDATE: The abstract submission deadline has been extended! GEP students can now submit abstracts through Feb 6 at 8p (CT). Abstracts are ≤250 words, feedback is provided, and submissions are open to all current GEP students.
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Genomics Education Partnership @genomicsed.bsky.social · 09/01/2026
📌 UPDATE: The abstract submission deadline has been extended! GEP students can now submit abstracts through Feb 6 at 8p (CT). Abstracts are ≤250 words, feedback is provided, and submissions are open to all current GEP students.
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Genomics Education Partnership @genomicsed.bsky.social · 09/01/2026
🚨 Final reminder! GEP student abstracts for the 2026 Symposium are due tonight at 8p (CT). ≤250 words, feedback provided. Open to all GEP students. Virtual event Feb 27–Mar 1 on ForagerOne. Submit here: symposium.foragerone.com/gep-student-... 🧬 🖥️
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Geoff Findlay @geofffindlay.bsky.social · 05/01/2026
Congrats to all @genomicsed.bsky.social students and faculty who participated!!
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Genomics Education Partnership @genomicsed.bsky.social · 08/01/2026
The GEP offers Course-based Undergraduate Research Experiences (CUREs) centered in bioinformatics and genomics for undergrads. Hear what @professorsawa.bsky.social has to say about why programs like this need support. Find out more about the GEP at thegep.org #GEPfaculty #GEPCUREs #CUREs #Genomics
Q: “Why do you think programs like the GEP need public support?” R: “Many community college students are at a disadvantage when they transfer as STEM majors because they have not had as much exposure to research environments. GEP helps fill that gap.” ~Alexa Sawa. Learn more at thegep.org.
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Molecular Biology and Evolution @molbioevol.bsky.social · 30/12/2025
Stanek et al. studied the Drosophila "dot chromosome” to investigate chromosome-specific size expansion, focusing on four species whose dot chromosomes are 2- to 15-fold larger compared to D. melanogaster. 🔗 doi.org/10.1093/molbev/msaf304 #evobio #molbio #drosophila
MBE | Recombination Suppression Drives Expansion of the Drosophila Dot Chromosome

Drosophila photomosaic composed of genome browser screenshots and co-author names. More than one thousand undergraduate students from diverse institutions across the United States and Puerto Rico worked with faculty members from the Genomics Education Partnership to generate hundreds of high quality gene annotations as part of an effort to understand massive size expansion of the Drosophila dot chromosome.
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Genomics Education Partnership @genomicsed.bsky.social · 07/01/2026
Deadline is Jan 9 at 8p (CT). Presenting is a great chance to practice communicating your science and highlight your progress. Submit here:
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Genomics Education Partnership @genomicsed.bsky.social · 07/01/2026
Abstracts are ≤250 words, and reviewers will offer helpful feedback. If you don’t have a ForagerOne account, create one for free: symposium.foragerone.com/signup
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