Genomics Education Partnership

The GEP Pathways Program taught me basic genomics, how to use databases like genome browsers, blast, and flybase, and how to do rigorous comparisons and annotations. It's a fantastic program and worth the attention and support. Check it out! 🤩

🔬 Real research changes lives.
The GEP gives undergrads across 200+ institutions authentic genomics & bioinformatics experience—building skills, confidence & STEM careers. Support future scientists: secure.givelively.org/donate/genom...

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📢 If the GEP has helped you—whether you’re faculty, a student, or an alum—please share your story: comment and repost.

Your words could inspire a partner, attract a donor, or help keep the GEP alive for the next generation.

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For nearly two decades, the GEP has given thousands of students the chance to do real genomics research—often for the first time.

We know the impact has been huge… but we need your voice to tell that story.

#UndergraduateResearch #STEMEducation

🛑 What if the GEP disappeared?
No more open-access genomics curriculum.
No more free tools, research projects, & training.
No more national community connecting 200+ institutions.

#GenomicsEducation #STEMEquity #GEPgenomics

Text graphic reads: “What gap in STEM education does the GEP help you fill? ‘I teach at a California Community College. Participating in GEP research projects allows my students to get a taste of what it’s like to join a research lab. Something we don’t have on campus.’ ~Alexa Sawa. Learn more at thegep.org.”

GEP faculty member @professorsawa.bsky.social on what gap the GEP fills in STEM education.

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Home | Genomics Education Partnership Nationwide collaboration integrating active learning through bioinformatics and genomics Course-based Undergraduate Research Experiences

🔗 Want to learn more or see if your school is on the map?
Visit: thegep.org

#Genomics #EquityInSTEM #ResearchEducation

The GEP helps faculty embed real genomics research into their courses. Students don’t just study genes—they discover new ones.

That’s science education with impact.

#UndergradResearch #ScienceEducation #GEPgenomics

Map of 200+ GEP institutions in the continental United States and Puerto Rico (U.S.).

What does a national research network look like?
📍 This map shows 209 active GEP institutions across the U.S. and its territories.

That’s 209 campuses where students are learning genomics by doing real research.

#GenomicsEducation #GEPteach #GEPtools

History | Genomics Education Partnership Since its founding in 2006, the GEP has expanded across the country to encompass more than 200 institutions of all sizes and missions.

Want to know how we got here—and where we’re going?
📖 Read our story: thegep.org/about/history/
#Genomics #ScienceTeaching #WhyGEP

From its origins at WashU to today’s faculty-led GEP 2.0, our mission stays the same:

Empower undergraduates to do real research—and build a more inclusive future in STEM.
#GEPgenomics #EquityInScience

Our model is simple but powerful:
💡 Real research
🧬 Open-access tools & training
🤝 Support for faculty & students

It’s research education that works—whether you’re at a small college or an R1.

Today, the GEP spans 200+ colleges and universities across the U.S.

Thousands of students have annotated genes, published discoveries, and started to see themselves as scientists.
#InclusiveSTEM #ScienceEducation

In 2005, a small team of researchers asked:
What if undergrads didn’t just learn genomics, but contributed to real discoveries?

That question launched the Genomics Education Partnership (GEP).
#GenomicsEducation #UndergradResearch #GEPCUREs

Graphic of the UCSC Genome Browser with accompanying text. Image text: "The Pathways Project: Free, open-access genomics curriculum for undergraduates. Learn more at thegep.org."

Undergrads learning real genomics?
Yes—through the Pathways Project.

The GEP provides:
• A gene annotation walkthrough
• A full YouTube video series
• All prerequisite curriculum materials
—all free and open-access.

Explore here: thegep.org/projects/pat...

#Genomics #STEMed #GEPtools

Q: “What’s one moment in GEP where you realized you were doing real science?” R: “Probably the first time I did a project as a student and began working on my very own gene, not just a practice gene, and when I learned that my final product of the research project was going to be reviewed and published by the GEP community.” ~Kiersten Wienclawski. Learn more at thegep.org.

What makes the GEP special? Hear what GEP alumna Kiersten Wienclawski has to say.
#GEPstudents #GEPCUREs #GenomicsEducation #STEMEducation

We’re proud to be part of a community that blends innovation with impact—bringing genomics research into classrooms nationwide.

Here’s to another great year of collaboration and discovery! 💡

#GEP2025 #STEMEd #Genomics #FacultyWorkshop #InclusiveSTEM #ScienceAndSociety
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🧬 Dr. Marnie Gelbart (from @pged.bsky.social) reminded us that genetics doesn’t stop at the science. She introduced classroom tools that help students explore personal genetics through ethical and societal lenses.
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Special thanks to our keynote speakers for sparking rich discussion:

🧬 @shaunmahony.bsky.social showed how neural networks can help us understand where transcription factors bind in the genome—by looking at both the DNA sequence and the surrounding chromatin environment.
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To our incredible faculty: your time, energy, and dedication to teaching genomics through research make the GEP what it is. We’re so grateful to work alongside you as we build a more inclusive, accessible future for STEM education.
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We’ve wrapped up the 2025 GEP National Faculty Workshop—and we want to say a big THANK YOU to everyone who joined us! 🧬
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We’re proud to be building a future where genomics is more accessible, science education is more inclusive, and every student has the chance to do authentic research.

Here’s to the work ahead. 💡

#Genomics #STEMEd #InclusiveSTEM #GEP #UndergradResearch #ThankYou
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We’re especially grateful to the amazing faculty in our GEP network.

Your enthusiasm during the workshop—and your help spreading the word—made this fundraiser a success. We couldn’t have done it without you.
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These funds support:
🔹 Faculty training
🔹 Real research experiences for undergrads
🔹 Free, open-access tools and curriculum

The GEP helps faculty and students grow as scientists—together.
4/6

To everyone who donated, shared our fundraiser, or encouraged others to support our work:
Thank you!

Your generosity helps us expand access to meaningful genomics research for undergraduates across the country.
3/6

Together, 43 donors raised $2,556—and an anonymous donor matched $429, bringing our final total to $2,985! 🎉

That’s nearly 50% above our original goal of $2,025. Incredible!
2/6

We have exciting news to share from the Genomics Education Partnership! Our fundraiser and national faculty workshop have both wrapped up—and thanks to your support, we’re ending on a high note. 🧬
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It's time to announce our lucky winners from the @genomicsed.bsky.social National Meeting! Congratulations to all of our winners of free "Share Your Stance on Personal Genetics" card decks! If you didn't win this time, you can download a free copy of SYS at pged.org/sys!

#PGED #cardgame #stemgames

And we have an anonymous donor who will match the donations made today!

Help us hit $2025 by June 25! The Genomics Education Partnership gives students real research opportunities in genomics. Every gift supports hands-on learning and inclusion in STEM.

📢 Donate & boost:
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