News
08 August 2024
Five Facts Concerning Chromosomes
Learn what chromosomes are and why scientists at the Stowers Institute study them in our next #BioBasics episode!
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A Q&A with Scientific Project Manager Victoria Hassebroek
After completing postdoctoral training in the Gerton lab, Victoria Hassebroek, Ph.D., transitioned to the role of Scientific Project Manager.
What brought you to the Stowers Institute?
I have known about and admired the Institute since I was an undergraduate studying biological sciences at the University of Missouri. Many of my professors mentioned the Institute and spoke about it like it was the ultimate scientific oasis. I've been intrigued ever since!
Why are you interested in your field of research?
In my new role, I am now able to study a broader scientific field of research with a focus on innovative CRISPR technologies. This has been a really exciting time for me and opened my eyes to many new projects and ideas within the Institute. It keeps things fun and interesting.
What inspires you to keep working in your field?
CRISPR innovation and genome engineering is such a rapidly evolving field of research, so it pushes me to stay on top of cutting-edge technology. It is also a technology that is quickly changing the field of medicine, and there are many interesting new treatments currently in clinical trials to treat diseases like sickle cell disease, blindness, and cancer.
What have you found most rewarding about your work?
Helping scientists achieve their project goals is hugely satisfying. I can get just as excited about someone else's data as I can about my own!
What impact do you hope your role will have?
I hope I can assist individuals in advancing their projects, continue learning about scientific integrity, and help early stage researchers develop into strong and independent scientists.
News
08 August 2024
Learn what chromosomes are and why scientists at the Stowers Institute study them in our next #BioBasics episode!
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Press Release
02 July 2024
Jennifer Gerton, Ph.D., assumed the role of Dean on July 1, 2024
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In The News
16 May 2024
From The Journal of Cell Science, read a hypothesis from Stowers Investigator Jennifer Gerton, Ph.D., about the formation of Robertsonian chromosomes.
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