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Michael Metzger featured in Discovery Series!
PNRI’s Dr. Michael Metzger kicks off Tech Alliance’s 2024-25 Discovery Series on Friday, September 13th at Slalom Hawk Tower. Join us for this presentation!
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The Next Generation of Brilliant Scientists: Summer Undergraduate Research Interns at PNRI
The Summer Undergraduate Research Internship (SURI) is integral in PNRI, where scientists value mentoring the next generation. This summer we proudly hosted ten exceptional interns with diverse interests and career goals as they got hands-on training in our laboratories.
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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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Now Accepting: Applications for PNRI’s 2024 Summer Undergraduate Research Internship
PNRI’s Summer Undergraduate Research Internship (SURI) is an exciting opportunity tailored for undergraduates passionate about biomedical sciences. This nine-week intensive, paid program offers a dive into research projects, scientific symposiums, and career development activities, giving aspiring researchers a platform to flourish.
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The Hidden Heroes in Your DNA: Retrocopies and Their Role in Fighting Viruses
Research from PNRI’s McLaughlin Lab has found that our genomes harbor retrocopies of a specific family of genes called APOBEC3, which play a crucial role in restricting viral infections. What’s more, these retrocopies are capable of fighting off viruses when tested in the lab.
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Mentoring Tomorrow’s Genetic Innovators
The Summer Undergraduate Research Internship (SURI) is integral in PNRI, where scientists value mentoring the next generation. This summer we proudly hosted five exceptional interns with diverse interests and career goals as they got hands-on training in our laboratories.
