15 April 2025

Light sheet microscopy: A decade-long journey from DIY innovation to cutting-edge imaging

A look at the technology that provides researchers with deeper insights into complex biological systems.

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11 April 2025

Road to Research: Q&A with Alex Garruss, Ph.D., Jim and Virginia Stowers Fellow

“There are few rewards as powerful and as elevating as making a clear, robust scientific observation that advances the field.”

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09 April 2025

Stowers scientists use AI to decipher how cells respond to developmental cues

New study shows how we can better learn our genome’s hidden grammar, potentially paving the way for personalized medicine.

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09 April 2025

Stowers scientists use AI to decipher how cells respond to developmental cues

New study shows how we can better learn our genome’s hidden grammar, potentially paving the way for personalized medicine.

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09 April 2025

Stowers scientists help assemble primate genomes, offering insights into the diversity and evolution of our closest relatives

The multi-institutional study assembling six ape genomes provides a new appreciation for how chromosomes evolve.

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09 April 2025

Stowers scientists help assemble primate genomes, offering insights into the diversity and evolution of our closest relatives

The multi-institutional study assembling six ape genomes provides a new appreciation for how chromosomes evolve.

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04 April 2025

Stowers Postdoctoral Researcher named 2025 Helen Hay Whitney Fellow

Jorge Moreno, Ph.D., studies the "immortal jellyfish," an organism with the ability to reverse its life cycle and transform from adult to juvenile in response to environmental stress.

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03 April 2025

Does a cell’s “type” define its function?

A recent article co-authored by Stowers Investigator reviews current neurobiology research to highlight and foster scientific discussion.

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03 April 2025

Does a cell’s “type” define its function?

A recent article co-authored by Stowers Investigator reviews current neurobiology research to highlight and foster scientific discussion.

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02 April 2025

Kostova Lab Team Build

We painted each others portraits!

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02 April 2025

Lab Celebration!

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01 April 2025

Stowers Institute and American Century Investments announce passing of longtime board chairman Richard W. Brown

Brown, who held key leadership roles for both organizations, passed away March 27, 2025.

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27 March 2025

Stowers Institute President and Chief Scientific Officer named Hypothesis Fund Scout

Alejandro Sánchez Alvarado, Ph.D., receives recognition as a leader and expert in regenerative biology and its potential to transform human health.

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18 March 2025

Meet the Faculty: Ameya Mashruwala, Ph.D., describes the power of “curiosity-driven” science

"When students have curiosity-driven questions, I urge them to follow their instincts because you never know if a completely new discovery awaits.”

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17 March 2025

Postdoc Profile: Q&A with Helen Horkan, Postdoctoral Researcher in the Gibson Lab

“The sky is the limit at the Stowers Institute. If you have an idea, there is always somebody willing to help you make it happen.”

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17 March 2025

Postdoc Profile: Q&A with Helen Horkan, Postdoctoral Researcher in the Gibson Lab

“The sky is the limit at the Stowers Institute. If you have an idea, there is always somebody willing to help you make it happen.”

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17 March 2025

Stowers scientists uncover principles underlying the toxicity of “selfish” genes

The findings may help scientists better understand infertility, neurodegeneration, and evolution.

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17 March 2025

Stowers scientists uncover principles underlying the toxicity of “selfish” genes

The findings may help scientists better understand infertility, neurodegeneration, and evolution.

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17 March 2025

Stowers scientists uncover principles underlying the toxicity of “selfish” genes

The findings may help scientists better understand infertility, neurodegeneration, and evolution.

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13 March 2025

Stowers scientists discover new mechanisms for mobilizing neural crest cells during development

The findings deepen our understanding of craniofacial conditions and may have implications for cancer metastasis.

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13 March 2025

Stowers scientists discover new mechanisms for mobilizing neural crest cells during development

The findings deepen our understanding of craniofacial conditions and may have implications for cancer metastasis.

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12 March 2025

Meet the Faculty: Tatjana Piotrowski, Ph.D., and the rewards of teaching at the Stowers Graduate School

Students are encouraged to appreciate the beauty of nature so that they never lose the joy of doing science.

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07 March 2025

Road to Research: Q&A with Jeff Lange, Senior Research Scientist

"I hope to inspire early-career researchers to be curious and, in turn, have a far-reaching impact on humanity and human health as a whole."

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07 March 2025

Meet the Faculty: Kamena Kostova, Ph.D., on mentoring the next generation of scientists

Graduate students bring an infectious energy and an open mind—approaching problems with curiosity, determination, and fresh perspectives.

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