🧬 We’ve put together a playlist of short videos to guide students through key tools for gene annotation—like NCBI BLAST, RNA-Seq tracks, and the Gene Model Checker. 🖥️ Watch here: www.youtube.com/playlist?lis... #UndergraduateResearch #GEPgenomics #Genomics #Bioinformatics

Absolutely pumped for today’s GEP Science seminar from Carl Hjelmen @cehjelmen09.bsky.social on investigations of insect genome size - propelled by the fresh eyes of undergraduate researchers at Utah Valley University. Hope to see yall GEPers @genomicsed.bsky.social at 1 pm CST!

Thanks to our 250+ GEP faculty, undergrads experience real genomics research—not just lectures. Help us keep this national network thriving: secure.givelively.org/donate/genom... #CUREs #GEPfaculty #GEPCUREs #GenomicsEducation

📣 A reminder for current GEP students: the abstract deadline has been extended to Feb 6 at 8p (CT). Presenting at the Student Symposium is a great way to practice communicating your science and build experience in research. 🧬 🖥️ #UndergraduateResearch #Research #GEPstudents #GEPevents

Just a few donations can ensure the GEP continues delivering real research opportunities to undergrads. Be the difference. Donate now → secure.givelively.org/donate/genom... #DonateToday #GenomicsEducation #GEPgenomics

We asked our alumni what the GEP meant to them. Here’s what Kiersten Wienclawski had to say. #GEPstudents #GEPCUREs #GenomicsEducation

$8.55—the cost of a sandwich—funds a virtual TA session at the GEP. That’s a chance for a student to get one-on-one guidance in genomics research. Donate today: secure.givelively.org/donate/genom... #CUREs #STEMeducation #GEPgenomics

Learn about the GEP’s mission at: thegep.org If you would like to support us, please visit our nonprofit website: nonprofit.thegep.org #GEPfaculty #GEPCUREs #CUREs #GenomicsEducation

🔬 Working on a Pathways Project annotation? Check out the GEP’s full video walkthrough series—step by step through an example gene annotation. 📺 www.youtube.com/playlist?lis... #GenomicsEducation #CUREs #UndergraduateResearch #GEPgenomics

📣 GEP students—good news! The abstract deadline for the 2026 GEP Student Symposium has been extended to Feb 6 at 8p (CT). Abstracts are ≤250 words, feedback is provided, open to all GEP students. Virtual event Feb 27–Mar 1. Submit here: symposium.foragerone.com/gep-student-...

The GEP has reached 25,000+ students with research-driven classroom experiences in genomics. We’re giving undergrads the chance to do real science. Learn more: thegep.org #CUREs #GenomicsEducation #GEPgenomics

🚨 Final reminder! GEP student abstracts for the 2026 Symposium are due tonight at 8p (CT). ≤250 words, feedback provided. Open to all GEP students. Virtual event Feb 27–Mar 1 on ForagerOne. Submit here: symposium.foragerone.com/gep-student-... 🧬 🖥️

Congrats to all @genomicsed.bsky.social students and faculty who participated!!

The GEP offers Course-based Undergraduate Research Experiences (CUREs) centered in bioinformatics and genomics for undergrads. Hear what @professorsawa.bsky.social has to say about why programs like this need support. Find out more about the GEP at thegep.org #GEPfaculty #GEPCUREs #CUREs #Genomics

Stanek et al. studied the Drosophila "dot chromosome” to investigate chromosome-specific size expansion, focusing on four species whose dot chromosomes are 2- to 15-fold larger compared to D. melanogaster. 🔗 doi.org/10.1093/molbev/msaf304 #evobio #molbio #drosophila

GEP students—ready to share your research? Submit an abstract for the 2026 GEP Student Symposium, held Feb 27–Mar 1 on the ForagerOne Symposium platform. All current GEP students are invited to present their work. 🧬 🖥️ #UndergraduateResearch #Symposium #Research #GEPstudents #GEPevents

Grateful for every educator, student, and supporter in the GEP community. ❤️ If you’d like to make a final 2025 gift, there’s still time tonight: secure.givelively.org/donate/genom... #STEMeducation #biology #genomics

🎉 Last day to give! Make your 2025 tax-deductible gift to the GEP Nonprofit before midnight and help sustain genomics research experiences for students across 200+ institutions.

Each monthly gift keeps genomics research accessible to undergraduates nationwide. Join the GEP Nonprofit’s mission: empower faculty, train the next generation of biologists, and expand access to authentic research. Donate monthly →

GEP students aren’t just learning genomics—they’re *doing* it. Help sustain this hands-on research network by starting a monthly gift before Dec. 31. 👉

🧬 Genetics educators: the GEP’s Bluesky Starter Pack connects you instantly with other educators, CURE practitioners & resources—no need to start from scratch. Join here 👉 go.bsky.app/3JFUJRg Follow: @genomicsed.bsky.social #GEPgenomics #GeneticsEducation #CUREs #UndergraduateEducation

3 days left to make a 2025 tax-deductible gift to the GEP Nonprofit! 🧬 Your support helps faculty bring real genomics research into classrooms across 200+ institutions. Donate today →

The GEP Nonprofit supports faculty and students at 200+ colleges doing real genomics research in the classroom. Help us keep this model accessible for all—your tax-deductible gift before Dec. 31 fuels the next wave of discovery. Give here →

Rest, reset, reconnect this break. Take a walk, enjoy time with loved ones, breathe. Gentle plans only—rest fuels learning. If you’d like to support the GEP’s mission this holiday season, donations are welcome: nonprofit.thegep.xn--org-jo6a

$8.55 = one virtual TA session. For the cost of a Frappuccino + cake pop, you can give a student personalized genomics tutoring and help them succeed in research. Donate: secure.givelively.org/donate/genom... #CUREs #STEMeducation #GEPgenomics

Excited to share some good news: I was invited to join the Board of Directors for the newly established @genomicsed.bsky.social nonprofit. GEP has grown into a national community with real momentum — supporting faculty, expanding access to genomics + bioinformatics, and building equitable CUREs.

The GEP has served over 25,000 students throughout its lifetime. Help us provide undergraduate research opportunities for years to come. Learn more at: nonprofit.thegep.org #GEPfaculty #GEPCUREs #GenomicsEducation

200+ colleges. 250+ members. 25,000+ students served. Behind the numbers: real undergrads doing real genomics research. Explore the Genomics Education Partnership at thegep.org #STEMEquity #UndergradResearch #GenomicsEducation #GEPCUREs

The GEP Pathways Program taught me basic genomics, how to use databases like genome browsers, blast, and flybase, and how to do rigorous comparisons and annotations. It's a fantastic program and worth the attention and support. Check it out! 🤩

🔬 Real research changes lives. The GEP gives undergrads across 200+ institutions authentic genomics & bioinformatics experience—building skills, confidence & STEM careers. Support future scientists: secure.givelively.org/donate/genom... #CUREs #STEMEducation #GEPCUREs

🛑 What if the GEP disappeared? No more open-access genomics curriculum. No more free tools, research projects, & training. No more national community connecting 200+ institutions. #GenomicsEducation #STEMEquity #GEPgenomics

GEP faculty member @professorsawa.bsky.social on what gap the GEP fills in STEM education. #GEPfaculty #GEPCUREs #GenomicsEducation #GEPgenomics

What does a national research network look like? 📍 This map shows 209 active GEP institutions across the U.S. and its territories. That’s 209 campuses where students are learning genomics by doing real research. #GenomicsEducation #GEPteach #GEPtools

In 2005, a small team of researchers asked: What if undergrads didn’t just learn genomics, but contributed to real discoveries? That question launched the Genomics Education Partnership (GEP). #GenomicsEducation #UndergradResearch #GEPCUREs

Undergrads learning real genomics? Yes—through the Pathways Project. The GEP provides: • A gene annotation walkthrough • A full YouTube video series • All prerequisite curriculum materials —all free and open-access. Explore here: thegep.org/projects/pat... #Genomics #STEMed #GEPtools

What makes the GEP special? Hear what GEP alumna Kiersten Wienclawski has to say. #GEPstudents #GEPCUREs #GenomicsEducation #STEMEducation

We’ve wrapped up the 2025 GEP National Faculty Workshop—and we want to say a big THANK YOU to everyone who joined us! 🧬 [thread ⬇️] 1/5

We have exciting news to share from the Genomics Education Partnership! Our fundraiser and national faculty workshop have both wrapped up—and thanks to your support, we’re ending on a high note. 🧬 [Thread ⬇️] 1/6

It's time to announce our lucky winners from the @genomicsed.bsky.social National Meeting! Congratulations to all of our winners of free "Share Your Stance on Personal Genetics" card decks! If you didn't win this time, you can download a free copy of SYS at pged.org/sys! #PGED #cardgame #stemgames

And we have an anonymous donor who will match the donations made today!

Help us hit $2025 by June 25! The Genomics Education Partnership gives students real research opportunities in genomics. Every gift supports hands-on learning and inclusion in STEM. 📢 Donate & boost: secure.givelively.org/donate/genom... #STEMEducation #Genomics #FundScience

We're excited to be featured at the @genomicsed.bsky.social national workshop on Monday, 6/23! If you're planning to attend, we hope you will catch Marnie's interactive keynote and Gill and Robin's skill-building workshop. For more information: thegep.org #gep #genetics #education

🧬 New to Bluesky? The GEP has created a Starter Pack to help genetics educators get started! Find accounts, discover genomics feeds, and join the GEP’s growing community. Get started: go.bsky.app/3JFUJRg #GeneticsEducation #Bluesky #CURE #Genomics

Explore the GEP’s free genomics curriculum—perfect for undergrads and easy to bring into your course. #GenomicsEd #FreeSTEMResources #TeachSTEM #BioEd #GEPCUREs

NEW GEP VIDEO SERIES: We are happy to announce that our Pathways Project video walk-through series is now available! You can watch the full series - detailing our gene annotation protocol - on the GEP’s official YouTube channel. www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...

Empower genomics education this #GivingTuesday! Join me in supporting @genomicsed.bsky.social’s mission to inspire and equip the next generation of scientists. Every donation helps! Donate now: thegep.org/givingtuesday Learn more about your impact: thegep.org

Empower genomics education this #GivingTuesday! Join me in supporting @genomicsed.bsky.social’s mission to inspire and equip the next generation of scientists. Every donation helps! Donate now: thegep.org/givingtuesday Learn more about your impact: thegep.org

Hi Bluesky! We’re the Genomics Education Partnership (GEP)—advancing genomics education through research experiences for undergrads. Follow us for resources, workshops, and insights to bring genomics into classrooms. #Education #Genomics #UndergraduateResearch #STEM