"In the end, I have come to realize that being authentic at work is not a weakness, but rather a strength." #ScienceWorkingLife https://scim.ag/49B7hRv

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"Influenza is no joke." Here's what we know so far about this coming flu season. It's not too late to vaccinate 💉 @sciam.bsky.social www.scientificamerican.com/article/how-...

There’s a saying: "you are what you eat" 🍴. GeneBites writer Sarah Lester describes research into how lack of micronutrient availability can impact human evolution 🧬. #genetics #evolution #scicomm Check it out here: genebites.org/2025/11/20/m...

How sweet! GeneBites writer Sandhyaa Venkatachalam describes nectar release in flowering plants 🌼 and how pollinators 🐝 impact the evolution of nectar-releasing structures. #genetics #plants #scicomm Check it out here: genebites.org/2025/11/11/c...

Gene editing is showing promise even in its ear-ly days 👂. GeneBites writer Olivia Fish describes a study where scientists used CRISPR gene editing 🧬 to restore hearing in mice 🐁 that were deaf due to a genetic mutation. #genetics #CRISPR #scicomm Check it out here: genebites.org/2025/11/07/g...

Is “jumping DNA” the key to dogs' 🐶 friendliness? GeneBites writer Emily Faulkner describes the finding that the lack of a mobile DNA 🧬 sequence in a gene in most dogs may explain social behavioral differences from wolves. #genetics #dog #scicomm Check it out here: genebites.org/2025/10/20/f...

Gene editing 🧬 can have side effects. Guest writer Olivia Conway describes the finding that CRISPR gene editing ✂️ is associated with an increase in mitochondrial DNA pieces being incorporated into the nuclear genome. #genetics #CRISPR #scicomm Check it out here: genebites.org/2025/09/30/c...

Gene sequence 🧬 variants aren’t the only factor impacting health. GeneBites writer @amandan-weiss.bsky.social describes a study profiling genomic openness in brain samples 🧠 from people with major depressive disorder. #epigenetics #MDD #scicomm Check it out here: genebites.org/2025/09/17/p...

Happy #Halloween 🎃! Did you know that genomic studies have suggested that digestive system toxins may play a role in how Ophiocordyceps fungi turn ants 🐜 into zombies 🧟? Here are some studies about it: doi.org/10.1111/mec...., doi.org/10.1038/s415... What’s your favorite eerie science fact?

Did you know that some animals 🐛 use asexual reproduction? GeneBites writer Ethan Honeycutt discusses a study that found female-only termite colonies in Japan 🌏! #genetics #insects #scicomm Check it out here: genebites.org/2025/09/08/s...

I spy with my little eye…genetic control of eye 👁️ placement! GeneBites writer Sandhyaa Venkatachalam discusses research on the role of the Dve gene in fly 🪰 eye development. #genetics #development #scicomm Check it out here: genebites.org/2025/07/29/n...

Multi-purpose drugs 💊? GeneBites writer Sarah Lester describes research where drugs for cystic fibrosis and blood pressure helped in a cell model of COPD 🫁 and cigarette smoke exposure 🚬. Check it out here: genebites.org/2025/07/21/r...

You can’t edit a gene 🧬 unless the treatment gets into cells! GeneBites writer @amandan-weiss.bsky.social describes the development of a new delivery system ✉️ for gene-editing molecules. Check it out here: genebites.org/2025/07/09/u...

Some scientific progress 🔬 has been rooted in unethical actions. GeneBites writer Zach Patterson discusses the story of Henrietta Lacks and the importance of justice ⚖️ in biomedical research. Check it out here: genebites.org/2025/07/08/d...

Ever had bananas 🍌 go bad too quickly? GeneBites writer Emily Faulkner discusses research about editing banana genes 🧬 to prevent ripening and browning. Check it out here: genebites.org/2025/06/23/b...

Did you know there's more than one genetic code 🧬? GeneBites writer Ethan Honeycutt describes the discovery of bacteria-infecting 🦠 viruses using an alternative genetic language! Check it out here: genebites.org/2025/06/16/b...

How do brains 🧠 change with age? GeneBites writer Olivia Fish describes a study where scientists found buildup of a protein impacting a cellular process in aging fly 🪰 brains. Check is out here: genebites.org/2025/06/04/w...

Facing pathogens 🦠 with antibiotic resistance, we may turn to ants 🐜 for help! GeneBites writer Sadia Bhatti discusses research on antimicrobial chemicals produced by ants. Check it out here: genebites.org/2025/05/26/a...

Genetically predisposed for siesta? 💤 GeneBites writer Emily Faulkner discusses research on how genetic variation 🧬 can impact health outcomes of behaviors like napping 🛌. Check it out here: genebites.org/2025/05/12/t...

Ancient DNA 🧬 can tell us about evolutionary history. GeneBites writer Ethan Honeycutt describes a study about the evolution of sheep 🐑 and their domestication! Check it out here: genebites.org/2025/05/09/c...

Microbes are all around us 🦠, and they go where we go, even to space! 🌌GeneBites writer @amandan-weiss.bsky.social describes a study profiling microbes and chemicals on the International Space Station. 🧑‍🚀 Check it out here: genebites.org/2025/05/05/s...

In cases of genetic disorders 🧬, DNA isn’t the whole story. GeneBites writer Sadia Bhatti describes RNA therapies 💉 and their potential to treat devastating conditions. Check it out here: genebites.org/2025/04/05/i...

In a time when diversity 🌍, equity ⚖️, inclusion 🤝, and accessibility ♿ (DEIA) are under attack, GeneBites writer @amandan-weiss.bsky.social discusses how DEIA affects how LGBTQIA+ 🏳️‍🌈 students evaluate and experience genetic counseling programs. Check it out here: genebites.org/2025/03/03/c...

Stories 📖 bring people together 🤝, help learners see deeper meaning 🔍, and provide context to learning 🧠. GeneBites writer Zach Patterson explores the discovery of the DNA double helix 🧬 and the impactful stories of two female scientists 👩‍🔬👩‍🔬. Check it out here: genebites.org/2025/02/27/d...

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🌍🔬 Diverse representation in genetic data is crucial for effective health research. GeneBites writer ✏️ Sarah Lester explores the impact of missing diversity—and the initiatives working to fix it. 🧬💡 Check it out here: genebites.org/2025/02/17/d...

Excited about this upcoming series. New one coming soon

GeneBites Writer ✏️ Olivia Fish: 🧠 The APOE4 gene is infamous for raising Alzheimer’s risk, but new research reveals how—by disrupting brain insulation and cholesterol balance. Could targeting these pathways change the game for brain health? 🔎🔬 Check it out here: genebites.org/2025/02/04/a...

GeneBites Writer ✏️ Zach Patterson (@pattersonhabitat.bsky.social) kicks off his “Decoding Life” series by emphasizing the importance of storytelling in genetics education 🧬 🏫 Stay tuned for how he uses stories to empower and educate the next generation of geneticists!

🔬 Your cells have a destiny… or do they? GeneBites Writer ✏️Ethan Honeycutt covers how scientists are uncovering ways to reprogram cell fate, challenging everything we thought we knew about biology. What if you could rewrite your cellular story? 🧬✨ Check it out here: genebites.org/2025/01/17/i...

Thank you to GeneBites for letting me write about the exciting potential of DNA data storage! 🧬

What’s the genetic basis for worsening eye health, 🧬👁️‍🗨️particularly via age-related macular degeneration? GeneBites writer Amanda N. Weiss describes a new study 📰 that uses diverse data 🌍 across human populations to pinpoint 🔍 genetic variants associated with this condition.

What if we stored data in DNA 🧬💾instead of on hard drives and in the cloud? 🌩️ Priyati Sharma describes a world where vials 🧪 of what we now know as our genetic blueprint hold all the world’s data 🌍, and how we might possibly get there.

From bacteria 🦠, a new frankenstein emerges! 🧟‍♂️A new study explores genetically modified bacteria that can spin spider silk 🕸️, with long-reaching benefits for biomedical research.🩺 Read more from GeneBites writer Aanchal Saxena!

It’s widely known that the field of human genetics was founded on racist ideals. 🛑 In this opinion piece, GeneBites writer Zach Patterson (@pattersonhabitat.bsky.social) explains how “humane genomics education” in K-12 📚 can help counter racist biases and beliefs early in our exposure to science 🤝

One of my first forays into SciComm

The dysfunction of mitochondria (yes, the powerhouse of the cell! ⚡) may play a role in dementia risk. GeneBites Writer ✏️ Maya Razmi (@mayarazmi) reports on recent research showing an association between the two, opening up avenues for early detection and new therapies 💊

Warning: It is likely I will keep shouting about this till the deadline #SciComm

Exercise is necessary for muscle growth 💪, but what genetic factors contribute to building new muscle mass? Ethan Honeycutt reports that scientists have found the remains of an ancient virus buried in our own genomes 🧬🦠🔍, and it may aid in muscle repair!

Why do some people get a terrible case of the flu 🦠 while others barely respond to the infection? 🤔 Mandy Eckhardt reports on a recent study where scientists showed that chemical modifications near your DNA, 🧬🔬also known as epigenetic marks, affect how your body responds to viral flu infection.

Race doesn’t have a biological basis, yet many people still believe in biological race. Amanda Weiss reports on a study that suggests that in-class discussions 📚🗣️ surrounding the topic can start to erode the incorrect belief that race is biologically based 🧠

Genomic sequencing 🧬 offers valuable insights for diagnosing rare and complex diseases, but much of the data goes beyond the primary reason for testing. 🔍 GeneBites Writer ✏️Sarah Lester asks, 'It’s your genome—how much do you want to know?' 🤔

Could a sea-urchin reveal the secret to eternal youth? ✨⏳ GeneBites Writer ✏️ John Laver reports on a recent study of the first full genome sequence 🧬of an extraordinarily long-lived sea urchin species 🌊, revealing genetic factors that may play a role in increased lifespan and reduced disease!

Genetics 🧬continues to come under scrutiny in an educational context 📚, with well-meaning simplification often erasing critical nuance and causing harm 🤔GeneBites Writer Zach Patterson emphasizes that our teaching choices must embrace a more humanistic view of science ❤️

Health-related genetic screenings — particularly in the form of genetic risk scores 🧬📊 — were historically developed using data from limited European populations. Editor-In-Chief Jayati Sharma (@jayatirsharma.bsky.social) reports on the results from a collaboration seeking to change that 🌎

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