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Dr. Tsai Separates Plant Growth and Disease Resistance

Researchers at the University of Georgia have identified a promising approach to addressing a longstanding challenge for plant geneticists: balancing disease resistance and growth in plants.

Genetics Building

UGA Genetics Now Hiring: Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in Human Genetics

The Department of Genetics at the University of Georgia (UGA) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Human Genetics with anticipated start date of August 2025.

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Dr. Ye Shows that Fish Oil Counters Genetic Risk for High Cholesterol

A new study from the University of Georgia might encourage a new population to start looking into the supplements as well: people with a genetic predisposition to hi
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Dr. Ye Explores Genetic Modifiers of the Health Impacts of Vegetarian Diets

When it comes to determining if a vegetarian diet is right for you, genetics are an important part of the equation, according to a new study from th
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Hannah Ericson Finishes First Place in UGA Three-Minute Thesis Competition

Hannah Ericson, PhD candidate in Genetics, finished first place in the annual UGA Three-Minute Thesis Competition!