Genetics Development and Cell Biology

LAS researchers discover crucial step in creating blood stem cells
New research led by Raquel Espin Palazon, genetics, development and cell biology, could eliminate the need for bone marrow transplants.

December 19, 2023
Zebrafish are a scientist’s favorite for early-stage research
LAS scientists praise the use of zebrafish in research that studies the development of human blood cells.

August 7, 2023
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.

August 24, 2018
Innovations in courses provide savings to students
Teams led by Bing Yang and Karri Haen Whitmer help reduce cost of materials and streamline content.

July 23, 2018
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.

July 13, 2018
LAS hosts OPPTAG students for unique learning experiences
Faculty and graduate students turn their research and interests into unique workshops and courses for students in OPPTAG this summer.

June 25, 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.

May 31, 2018
Playing with science
Julie Kuhlman expands girls' opportunities to learn science through hands-on activities at Edwards Elementary School in Ames.

April 24, 2017