Center for Biotechnology and Genomic Medicine

Advancing biotechnology and genomic medicine through interdisciplinary research to drive predictive, preventive, personalized, and participatory healthcare.

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Meet the the amazing faculty, staff, and students behind the CBGM!

#CBGM #translationalresearch #AU #AugustaUniversity

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🩸 September is #BloodCancerAwarenessMonth. Behind every diagnosis is a person, family & community hoping for better answers. Research helps turn questions into discoveries—and discoveries into possibilities. This month, we shine a light on the science moving us forward. 🔬 #BCAM

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🔬 Faculty Research Spotlight: Dr. Jianzhong Chen! His research examines transthyretin proteoforms in human subretinal fluid, providing insights into proteins produced within the eye and their potential role in retinal disease. Read more: https://t.co/RiExW1Qa8Q

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#JournalClubSeries

We are happy to have Jamesia Henderson present at this week's Journal Club. Join us on Friday, September 25th at 9:00 a.m. in CA2109 for this insightful presentation.

#journalclub #CBGM

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Check out our latest interview in the ISAC Progress Report series with Dr. @desailabcwru and Bailey Klein!

You don't want to miss this conversation!

🎥: https://t.co/aflPN1ROPl

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Meet Dr. Lou Weijia’s Lab!

The lab investigates the molecular and cellular mechanisms underlying cardiac fibrosis and remodeling—work that could help uncover new ways to understand, prevent, and treat heart disease.

#CardiovascularResearch #HeartHealth

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Meet Dr. Shruti Sharma of CBGM! Her lab investigates ocular inflammation, barrier dysfunction & tissue damage to identify novel therapeutic targets and clinical biomarkers. Her research focuses on dry eye disease & diabetic retinopathy using translational models. #CBGM #Research

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🔬 Faculty Research Spotlight: Dr. Jianzhong Chen! His research examines transthyretin proteoforms in human subretinal fluid, providing insights into proteins produced within the eye and their potential role in retinal disease. Read more: https://t.co/RiExW1Qa8Q

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These candid images offer a peek into how our annual Genomic Medicine Introduction to Faculty Research session went. The students were eager to learn, network, and gain more insight on each lab within the Center.
#CBGM #research #students

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📢 #NIH K12 DiabDocs is seeking LOIs from early-career physician-scientists conducting #diabetes research within NIDDK’s scope. LOI due Nov. 17, 2026, 5 PM ET. Learn more: https://t.co/llO3gEMl68
#Diabetes #NIDDK #funding

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🔬 Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Jianzhong Chen! His research uses mass spectrometry to analyze meibomian gland lipids—key components of the tear film that help protect the eye’s surface. His work may help advance our understanding of dry eye disease. https://t.co/apecEw4ADc

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Our incoming students came ready to explore Center programs, discuss their research projects, and network with professionals in their fields. We loved meeting the next generation of scientists and seeing their enthusiasm for what’s ahead! #STEM #Research

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Childhood obesity doesn't have one cause—or one solution. Biology, genetics, sleep, stress, food access & environment all matter. Precision medicine starts by understanding those differences. This #ChildhoodObesityAwarenessMonth, we’re spotlighting the science underneath it all.

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@annetkiraboc1 Congratulations Dr. Annet!👏

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@RachelPerryLab1 @YaleMSTP Congratulations Dr. Andin!

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@DanielJDrucker @TheEndoSociety @EndoSocJournals 👏

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Last Thursday, CBGM welcomed incoming students for an Introduction to Faculty Research session featuring Dr. Lou Weijia, lab presentations, and opportunities to connect with PIs, students, and lab assistants.

#GenomicMedicine #CBGM

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Happy Labor Day! 🇺🇸 Today, we celebrate the people whose hard work makes a difference every day. We’re grateful for the researchers, staff, students, and clinicians who help advance biomedical science and improve lives. #LaborDay #CBGM

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🔬 Faculty Research Spotlight: Dr. Jianzhong Chen’s research uses shotgun lipidomics to examine human subretinal fluid, revealing a cone-dominated lipid profile and offering new insight into retinal biology and disease. Read more: https://t.co/qH52aFon2o #Research

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Could obesity risk become visible earlier than we think? A 2025 study of ~9,500 children found distinct BMI trajectories could be identified as early as age 3.5. Earlier understanding could mean earlier prevention. #ChildhoodObesityAwarenessMonth #CBGM