News
Recently, GPGG’s very own Shoumita Dasgupta, PhD, gave a seminar presentation titled “Histories and Futures of Genetic Essentialism: On Bias, Its Origins, and Its Harms”. Learn more about the seminar and Dr. Dasgupta by checking out this article!
GPGG Student Spotlight: Thomas Featured in Boston Magazine
We’re excited to share that GPGG student Thomas Liontis, from the Grishok lab, was recently featured in Boston Magazine for his work with the Boston Worm community, a local group dedicated to fostering public appreciation for science through the study of C. elegans, a tiny but mighty model organism.
"This article is really what the C. elegans community is all about. While some of us are goal-oriented and others curiosity-driven, almost every new discovery or tool development in cell biology, physiology, or generally in science has exponential ramifications in our future," Thomas comments on the article, underscoring his passion for science and the importance of public engagement.
Read the full article here to learn more about how the Boston Worm community is bringing science to life for non-scientists and making C. elegans cool in the process!
GPGG SPRING SOCIAL 2025!
The GPGG team kicked off the Spring semester by painting pottery at the Clayroom in Brookline. We spent hours chatting, creating colorful designs, and wrapping up the evening with a fun pizza party.
Hanna Barlit’s Thesis Defense
Hanna Barlit recently defended her thesis. This is such a huge step, and we are proud of all your hard work!
Upcoming Thesis Defense
Join us in congratulating Robert on his upcoming thesis defense! Great job on all your hard work in getting here.
GPGG Fall Social 2024!
The GPGG team came together at the start of the fall semester to visit the scenic view located at the Prudential Center in Boston. We enjoyed watching the sunset and later had a delightful dinner at California Pizza Kitchen.
Congratulations Robert Fisher!
Congratulations Robert Fisher for receiving the 2024 Student Achievement award!
Congratulations to our 2024 graduates!
In greeting BU’s Chobanian & Avedisan School of Medicine Class of 2024 MD and PhD graduates at their May 16 convocation, Karen Antman, school dean and provost of the Medical Campus, noted that graduation is one of the most joyous annual events of academic life. She also reminded them that their doctorates in philosophy and medicine convey considerable public trust.
Citing the amount of unrest around the world, natural disasters, and medical challenges on a global scale, Antman said: “We hope that you will become leaders in solving these issues.”
Congratulations to our 2024 graduates - Dr. Dylan Steiner, Dr. Megan Snyder, Dr. Taylor Matte, and Dr. Gian Sepulveda!
We are very proud of all the hard work you did at BU and cannot wait to see where the future takes you.
GPGG Spring Social 2024
The GPGG team got together to celebrate the end of the Spring semester. We had a nice, relaxing time enjoying food and designing and making our own terrariums!
Congratulations!
A huge congratulations to Dylan, Gian, and Taylor for their upcoming graduation! So much hard work and so many accomplishments have led you to this point. We cannot wait to see the amazing things you do next!
Upcoming Thesis Defense
Dylan will defending his thesis next week! This is such a huge step and we are proud of all your hard work!