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Where Nature Meets Nurture
PNRI’s Dr. Lisa Stubbs explores where nature meets nurture, studying how genetics and stress intersect to shape brain development and pregnancy outcomes, and uncovering protective genes against gestational diabetes.
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Introducing “PNRI Science: Mystery and Discovery” – A New PNRI Podcast
PNRI Science: Mystery & Discovery goes beyond the jargon to explore the passion and people at the forefront of genetic research. Our host, Jack Faris, PNRI CEO, interviews PNRI’s brilliant scientists to share what excites them about genetic research, what inspired them to become scientists, and those myths about science they would love to bust.…
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The Dark Side of the Genome
Join us for an engaging Q&A with PNRI’s Dr. Rick McLaughlin as he explores the mysteries of our DNA, focusing on the 98% once considered “junk.” Discover how his groundbreaking research on transposable elements is transforming our understanding of genetics and its impact on diseases like lupus and cancer. Learn about his journey, the exciting…
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PNRI’s Inaugural Rare Disease Hackathon: Uniting Experts to Solve Genetic Mysteries
For three dynamic days, participants immersed themselves in solving genetic mysteries in PNRI’s first-ever Rare Disease Hackathon. Read on to learn about their mission to uncover disease-causing genetic variants in unresolved rare disease families.
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PNRI Opens its Doors for Behind-the-Scenes Look Into Genetics Research
Last Saturday PNRI hosted free lab tours, a thrilling opportunity to bring the public behind the scenes of their cutting-edge genetics research.
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PNRI Mourns the Loss of David J. Galas, PhD
Pacific Northwest Research Institute (PNRI) mourns the loss of David J. Galas, PhD who passed away on May 27, 2023, after a hard-fought battle with cancer. Dr. Galas was a world-renowned expert in molecular biology and genetics whose long and distinguished career led to contributions in the fields of physics, mathematics, and biology. While his…
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The Genetics Behind Holiday Stress
That holiday stress you’re feeling may have everything to do with your genes.
