Members

Alexis Norris, PhD, is an experienced and active member of ASHG’s public engagement and education programs. During her time as an ASHG member, she has volunteered to enrich the science-interested public’s knowledge of human genetics as a member of the Genetics Engagement & Education (GENE) Network and supported the next generation of human geneticists as... Read More

ASHG Board Roundup from Fall Meeting  At its annual Fall meeting Oct. 25-26, ASHG’s Board of Directors focused on near-term outlooks and actions as it navigates the organization through the pandemic while remaining focused on serving members in a time of great need.  It also reviewed several new projects and activities. Prior to the meeting,... Read More

Posted By: Evelyn Mantegani, Senior Specialist, Marketing and Communications, ASHG Despite not being able to enter the classroom, Ellen Quillen, PhD found a way to continue her relationship with an AP Biology class she connected with through the GENE Network. Initially contacted in 2019 by teacher Leah Cataldo, PhD, Dr. Quillen met for the second... Read More

Claudia Gonzaga-Jauregui, PhD, is a member of the Genetics Engagement & Education Network and ASHG’s Public Education & Awareness Committee. Earlier this year, she was also appointed to the 2021 Board of Directors as the Early Career Director. She volunteers to do educational activities with children from underserved and minority communities, judges science fairs, and... Read More

John P. Doucet, PhD, is a member of the GENE Network and member of the ASHG Public Education & Awareness Committee. He is a genetics professor and Dean of Sciences and Technology at Nicholls State University in Thibodaux, Louisiana. He is also a technical writer and educator, having created scientific writing courses for undergraduates and... Read More