Sakaguchi named new director of undergraduate programs for biology and genetics programs
Neuroscientist applies a legacy of mentorship, research and commitment to student success.
Tag: Department of Genetics Development and Cell Biology
Researchers use crowdsourcing to speed up data analysis in corn plants
An interdisciplinary research team at Iowa State University turned to crowdsourcing to help them design a machine-learning algorithm that could speed up the process of breeding new crop varieties with desirable traits.
Innovations in courses provide savings to students
Teams led by Bing Yang and Karri Haen Whitmer help reduce cost of materials and streamline content.
Yanhai Yin named chair of genetics, development and cell biology department
Yanhai Yin was named chair of the Department of Genetics, Development and Cell Biology effective July 1, 2018.
Plant scientists use big data to map stress responses in corn
A new study shows how cells transition from adaptation to death when faced with persistent stress and could help plant breeders develop stress-resistant crop varieties.
Physical and Life Sciences Research Roundup
Check out a few highlights of related faculty research in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences!
Sakaguchi lab a welcome learning environment for undergraduates
In the lab students investigate experimental strategies to repair the damaged nervous system through engineering stem cells.
A cellular pathway in plants may hold keys to understanding human disease
Plant research of Diane Bassham and Gustavo MacIntosh in biochemistry, biophysics and molecular biology has surprising human connections.
Bessey Hall addition expands student and research lab space
New space in Bessey Hall enhances research and teaching.