Initiative in Social Genomics | ISG
The Initiative in Social Genomics (ISG) at the University of Wisconsin–Madison aims to become home to the largest and most innovative group of researchers pursuing topics in social genomics in the world. Integrating social science and genetic research, ISG researchers study how genes are linked with human behavior and socio-economic outcomes, how genes and environments interact (GxE), and how external social conditions influence basic internal biological processes—specifically, gene expression. Their findings add to the body of evidence that humans’ molecular composition can be shaped by social-environmental experiences.
Advances in genomics over the last two decades allow current researchers to ask new questions and to approach old questions in new ways
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Researchers convene to discuss social genomics during second annual conference
Over a hundred community members and researchers from around the world gathered to discuss the quickly growing field of social genomics during The Advances in Social Genomics Conference.
June 24, 2024
Jason Fletcher talks social genomics with Wisconsin Health News
During a recent interview, Fletcher discussed how social genomics research can be used to improve health outcomes, what’s preventing further progress, and what’s next for social genomics.
May 24, 2024
Li Awarded WARF Competition
Dr. Li was recognized with the 2024-2025 Fall Competition Award from the Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation (WARF).
May 3, 2024
UW–Madison’s prestigious Initiative in Social Genomics joins the La Follette School
The La Follette School of Public Affairs gained one of the world’s largest and most innovative collaboratives in the emerging field of social genomics.
January 22, 2024
Schmitz publishes study linking childhood deprivation and accelerated aging later in life
A team of researchers found that being deprived of a nurturing childhood environment is associated with accelerated biological aging at older ages.
November 20, 2023- More news