Capturing the crossover

Lexy von Diezmann uses C. elegans to better understand genetic exchange during meiosis.

From populations to predictive models

Arslan Zaidi takes a computational and evolutionary approach to understanding genetics and disease.

Metabolism detective

How metabolic pathways change with time and circumstances fascinate Jason Tennessen.

Rewarding teaching excellence

Genetics, Cell Biology and Development faculty named among college’s best by CBS undergraduates.

A legacy of learning

Jan Norrander retired this fall after decades of service as a faculty member in Genetics, Cell Biology and Development.

Cultivating classroom creativity

Pu Wang brings a passion for discovery and new ways of thinking to the classroom.

Welcome to the real world

Emily Flynn joins the GCD faculty ranks with a focus on helping students translate classroom learning to their professional paths.

Metformin: a medical mystery

The discovery of a bacteria at a wastewater treatment plant ignited an investigative journey into the clinical mechanisms of a pharmaceutical used to treat diabetes.

Cowabunga!

Scientists thought they’d identified all major players of a critical metabolic pathway. New research shows evidence of more.

Think fast!

With only a few hours to complete their task, students put their creativity and critical thinking skills to the test developing biology-based solutions during the CBS Case Study Competition.