For Immediate Release: Wednesday, September 9, 2026, 2:00pm U.S. Eastern Time Media Contact: Evelyn Mantegani, +1 (240) 833-2014, [email protected] Rockville, Md. – The American Society of Human Genetics (ASHG) members have elected Wendy Chung, MD, PhD, a globally recognized leader in human genetics and genomics, as the 2027 ASHG president-elect. Her election reflects both her... Read More
Posted By: The American Journal of Human Genetics, AJHG AJHG: What motivated you to start working on this project? KA: In the beginning I was really interested in characterizing Pilarowski-Björnsson Syndrome (PILBOS), as a recently identified genetic disorder. I was motivated by the open-ended potential for uncovering the biological mechanisms of the disorder and for... Read More
For Immediate Release: Thursday, August 13, 2026, 1:00pm U.S. Eastern Time Media Contact: Evelyn Mantegani, [email protected] Rockville, Md. – The American Society of Human Genetics (ASHG) is pleased to recognize seven recipients of its 2026 Professional Awards for their outstanding achievements in human genetics and genomics research, education, mentorship, and public service. “ASHG is honored... Read More
Posted By: The American Journal of Human Genetics, AJHG AJHG: What motivated you to start working on this project? TT: This project started with a family affected by a rare X-linked recessive neurological disease where a genetic diagnosis had been pursued for many years. When I joined the project, the disease had recently been linked... Read More
For Immediate Release: Tuesday, July 21, 10:00 a.m. U.S. Eastern Time Media Contact: Evelyn Mantegani, [email protected] Rockville, MD – The American Society of Human Genetics (ASHG) is pleased to announce the selection of Oxford University Press (OUP) as its new publishing partner. Beginning in January 2027, OUP will oversee the production and dissemination of ASHG’s two journals,... Read More