Genetics Otago

Harbouring Otago's Geneticists at New Zealand's unrivalled genetics research and teaching location.

[ThirstForKnowledge @Thirst4K]

Save the date for our July 29 event! 🍻

De-extinction hit the headlines recently with the ‘resurrection’ of the dire wolf. However, can scientists actually de-extinct animals, and more importantly, should they bring them back?

[Louise Bicknell @bicknell_l]

Excited to share our review on the genetics of human height, now online at Nature Reviews Genetics. Great collaboration with @joelhirschhorn and @RaviSavarirayan! @otago @GeneticsOtago @OtagoBiochemist https://t.co/2mVI7qJtGr

[Hamish Spencer @hamishgspencer]

I have published a book with @OUPAcademic on historical approaches to research in #ecology and #evolution. @GeneticsOtago @Zoology_Otago @otago See https://t.co/CzHwizKMqa

[Genetics Otago @GeneticsOtago]

Many rare conditions have a genetic cause – sometimes affecting only a handful of families worldwide. By studying these rare genetic blueprints, researchers uncover vital clues about human biology and pave the way for earlier diagnosis, personalised treatments, and new therapies.

[RARITY @RARITYOtago]

#RareDiseaseDay2025 #showupforrare #rarevoices #TogetherForRare

[RARITY @RARITYOtago]

Launching today on #RareDiseaseDay – RARITY (Research Alliance for Rare Illness Translational Pathways), a new research theme focused on translating rare disease research into real-world impact! Follow us to stay connected.

#TogetherForRare #RARITYResearch

[Nic Rawlence @nic_rawlence_nz]

The Manawatāwhi pāua has made @JMulliganRNZ Critter of the Week and an amazing 5/5 critter score https://t.co/4y47fZZdGA @Zoology_Otago @otago @Te_Papa @hamishgspencer

[Hamish Spencer @hamishgspencer]

Improving our narratives invoking long-distance #dispersal https://t.co/jt3D44GHSn #Southern_Ocean #long_distance_dispersal #biogeography @MilenioBASE @Zoology_Otago @GeneticsOtago @MarineOtago @otago

[Hore lab @epi_otago]

Delighted to share our 'Androgen clock' paper in #PNAS https://t.co/EcueBxPdX2 - the first way to predict long-term androgen exposure using DNA alone. We so much more than the sequence we are born with! Stellar work (and animation - SOUND ON) by @torisugrue

[Genetics Otago @GeneticsOtago]

Looking for a #PhDposition? Check out this opportunity in the new Cardiovascular Immunotherapy Unit @HRIAust. Applicants can apply via the Seek ad: https://t.co/AceXCYgwUi

[Genetics Otago @GeneticsOtago]

We are pleased to announce that @LeaskMegan and @michel_knapp have been appointed as Co-Deputy Directors for Genetics Otago! Congratulations to you both, and we look forward to working with you in 2025.

[Genetics Otago @GeneticsOtago]

Two GO members are among the 10 @royalsocietynz Mana Tūānuku Research Leader Fellowships awarded in the 2024 inaugural round. Congratulations to Rachel Purcell and Graham McCulloch!

Read more: https://t.co/23gWhv1rvP

[Genetics Otago @GeneticsOtago]

Registration for the Annual Genetics Otago Symposium closes at midday tomorrow (20th November) so register now! All welcome.

https://t.co/QLlRHAixDl

[Genetics Otago @GeneticsOtago]

Don't forget to submit your abstract for the 2024 GO Symposium TODAY!

We also have a great list of awards up for grabs so get a nomination in for yourself or someone awesome in your Lab!

Details here: https://t.co/QLlRHAixDl

[Genetics Otago @GeneticsOtago]

Don't forget to submit your abstract and award nominations for the GO Symposium by the 14th of November. Full details here: https://t.co/QLlRHAixDl

[Jon Waters @jon_waters_nz]

Thrilled to see this work published @ScienceMagazine @peterkdearden @GrahamMcC_NZ @ludo_dutoit @TK_Dunedin @BrodieFoster @GracieKroos @Mei_Peng_Otago
Human-driven evolution of color in a stonefly mimic | Science https://t.co/AuTYUorSLc

[Louise Bicknell @bicknell_l]

@MBIEgovtnz have written a very nice profile about my role in @ERDERA_org - a significant consortium to advance research for families with rare disorders. Excited to be involved! @otago @OtagoBiochemist @GeneticsOtago

https://t.co/sfkoJpSP2U

[Nic Rawlence @nic_rawlence_nz]

My @OtagoMuseum H.D. Skinner lecture is this Thurs @ 5.30pm in the Hutton Lecture Theatre. Come along & hear about the latest paleontological & ancient DNA research the lab is doing https://t.co/GWeKK7iryx #OtagoPalaeogeneticsLab @GeneticsOtago @Zoology_Otago @otago @smcnz

[Louise Bicknell @bicknell_l]

Excited to announce @otago membership in @ERDERA_org - the only group from NZ, and a massive opportunity to learn more and do more to help families in New Zealand with a rare disorder! @GeneticsOtago @OtagoBiochemist

https://t.co/yTWKf0Ki5d

https://t.co/k5PVXIbXFn

[Genetics Otago @GeneticsOtago]

Get your abstract ready and register now for the Genetics Otago Annual Symposium! Full details and registration on our website: https://t.co/QLlRHAixDl

[Australasian Epigenetics Alliance @AEpiA]

🚨 Forgot to submit your abstract? No worries!

We’ve extended the abstract submission deadline to October 14th - don’t miss out on your chance to share your work at #AEpiA2024!

Submit here: https://t.co/cFWnD4I1xh

#epigenetics