EMGS in the Windy City: Billowing the Sails of DNA Science
Environmental Mutagenesis & Genomics Society 54th Annual Meeting
September 9-13, 2023 - Chicago, IL
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Congratulations to our 2023 Student and New Investigator Platform Award Winners
Each year, the Education, Student and New Investigator Affairs Committee (ESNIA) invites students and new investigators to submit abstracts for either poster or oral presentations. Submissions are automatically entered in the Best Presentation/Poster Competition, which takes place at the EMGS Annual
WOW: Investigator Spotlight: Dr. Yvonne Fondufe-Mittendorf – Exposures, Epigenetics and Cancer
WOW Investigator Spotlight: Dr. Yvonne Fondufe-Mittendorf – Exposures, Epigenetics and Cancer
Presented by the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee
When: October 5, 2023, at 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Eastern Time (U.S.)
Where: Virtual
Duration: 60 Minutes
Don't Miss Out! Early Bird Registration for the 2023 EMGS Annual Meeting Ends Soon 🐦📅
The 2023 EMGS Annual Meeting is just around the corner, and we don't want you to miss out on our Early Bird Registration offer! The Early Bird Registration deadline is on July 15th. Don't miss this chance to secure your spot and be part of the excitement in Chicago, IL from September 9th-13th!
About
The EMGS was founded in 1969 by distinguished scientists Drs. Alexander Hollaender, Joshua Lederberg, James Crow, James Neel, William Russell, Heinrich Malling, Frederick J. de Serres, and Matthew Meselson, among others. Learn about who the EMGS is, and what our mission, vision and goals are.
Science
The society was founded to provide a forum for the support of scientists in the field of environmental mutagenesis. The interests of the society encompass all areas of mutagenesis, including mutational mechanisms, development of test methods, biomarkers, molecular epidemiology, and risk assessment.
News
Read the EMGS blog to never miss the latest news, or checkout the newsletter every two months to see the society's updates, events, and announcements all in one place! Spotlight articles are published on alternating months, each featuring one of our esteemed members and their areas of research.
Member Services
Members have many opportunities to collaborate with fellow members and engage in leadership activities through participation on Committees, Special Interest Groups, and at the Annual Meetings.
Student Resources
Students are critical parts of the education system and the source of our future scientific leaders. The EMGS offers many exciting events and opportunities for students to connect and engage with their peers.
Endowment Fund
Donations to the EMGS Endowment Fund expand the support of early-career members and aid in our strategic objectives of growth, awareness, and support of the study of environmental mutagenesis.
Awards and Honors
The EMGS is committed to recognizing diverse leadership and providing scholarship opportunities for students. The EMGS features awards geared towards engagement with new research and recognition of past service.
Webinars and Online Workshops (WOW)
WOWs are open to both EMGS members and guests on a variety of topics across the field of environmental mutagenesis. See past recorded webinars and get information on future meetings here.
Hollaender International Outreach
Hollaender courses are organized internationally in countries where environmental mutagenesis and health issues are major concerns, giving local scientists information in current topical areas.
EMGS Award
The EMGS Award is conferred in recognition of outstanding research contributions in the area of environmental mutagenesis. EMGS membership is not a requirement for consideration. Sankar Mitra is the 2023 EMGS Award Winner.
Hollaender Award
This award is given in recognition of outstanding contributions in the application of the principles of environmental mutagenesis and genomics to the protection of human health. Rosalie Elespuru is the 2023 Hollaender Award Winner.
Young Scientist Award
The YSA is an exciting opportunity for young investigators to showcase their talent to the EMGS community while communicating the importance of their research. Jun Xia and Raghuvaran Shanmugam are the 2022 YSA Winners.
Job Opportunities
Are you looking for new career opportunities? Is your organization seeking partnership with talented minds in the study of environmental and molecular mutagenesis. Click here to see the EMGS job board and explore exciting career paths.
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Join/Renew
Members of the EMGS have many opportunities to collaborate with fellow members and engage in leadership activities through participation on Committees, Special Interest Groups, and at the EMGS Annual Meetings. Join the EMGS today!