Discover Genetics

For Immediate Release: Thursday, April 25, 2024, 12:00 p.m. U.S. Eastern Time Media Contact: Kara Flynn, 202.257.8424, [email protected] ROCKVILLE, MD – As part of its celebration of National DNA Day, the American Society of Human Genetics (ASHG) today announced the winners of its 2024 DNA Day Essay Contest, which encourages high school students and teachers worldwide to learn about human... Read More

Congratulations to our winners and thank you to all who participated. Happy DNA Day! 2024 Winners 1st Place: Megan Xie, Grade 12 Teacher: Mrs. Margot Bram School: Lower Moreland High School Location: Huntingdon Vy, Pennsylvania 2nd Place: Macey Hunter, Grade 12 Teacher: Ms. Cameron Simpkins School: Fayetteville High School Location: Fayetteville, Arkansas 3rd Place: Justin Lin, Grade 11 Teacher: Ms. Kailin... Read More

Congratulations to our winners and thank you to all who participated. Happy DNA Day! 2023 Question In 2023, The American Society of Human Genetics celebrates its 75th anniversary! We want to kick off the festivities with you, the next generation of human geneticists. The theme of our celebrations is “One Humanity, Many Genomes™.” In your... Read More

Do you remember the first time you entered a genetics lab? It may have sparked your curiosity, raised questions, or even inspired you to pursue a career in human genetics research. While it is common for some ASHG members to spend time in the place where findings are made and breakthroughs occur, many outside the... Read More

Congratulations to our winners and thank you to all who participated. Happy DNA Day! 2022 Question The “Father of Genetics,” Gregor Mendel, was born 200 years ago in northern Moravia (now Czechia).  His experiments with pea plants led to observations and conclusions that became fundamental principles of genetic inheritance. These principles include: 1) Each organism... Read More