Check out this interactive protocol for in-classroom DNA extraction!

In 2021, Dr. Thomas Merritt reached out to Jessica to participate in the translation of a DNA extraction protocol into multiple languages. In the end, the protocols were translated into nine languages, making this classroom experiment accessible to billions of individuals across the globe. Congratulations to first authors Danica C. Levesque, Athena L. Wallis, Jenna…

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As an Early Career Representative to the Genetics Society of America’s Board of Directors, I helped connect early career scientists with Board members

Guest post by Gavin Rice and Jessica M. Vélez  Over the past year and a half, the lack of in-person conferences and reduced number of external seminar speakers have damaged the connection that early career scientists feel toward their scientific community. “Networking” is often cited as one of the most important tools for success in…

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