The Genetics Society of America (GSA), founded in 1931, is the professional membership organization for scientific researchers and educators in the field of genetics. Our members work to advance knowledge in the basic mechanisms of inheritance, from the molecular to the population level.
Genetics Learning Framework
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How is DNA organized? |
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What are the molecular components and mechanisms necessary to preserve and duplicate an organism’s genome? |
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How can one deduce information about genes, alleles, and gene functions from analysis of genetic crosses and patterns of inheritance? |
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How does the phenomenon of linkage affect the assortment of alleles during meiosis? |
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What are the mechanisms by which an organism’s genome is passed on to the next generation? |
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How can gene activity be altered in the absence of DNA changes? |
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How do genes and genomes control changes in an organism's structure and function throughout its life cycle? |
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What are the processes that can affect the frequency of genotypes and phenotypes in a population over time? |
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How do the results of molecular genetic studies in model organisms help us understand aspects of human genetics and genetic diseases? |
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How does genetics impact society and society impact genetics? |
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