Fletcher is one of three UW-Madison faculty selected for this prestigious fellowship this year, and the only scholar from the Sociology discipline to be selected.
Announcements
Initiative in Social Genomics featured in On Wisconsin article “The Truth in Our Genes”
A recent feature in UW’s alumni magazine On Wisconsin explores UW-Madison’s rise as a leading hub for researchers who are investigating the complex issues of social genomics.
Schmitz publishes study linking early-life poverty with accelerated aging
A new study by Lauren Schmitz that follows people who were born during the Great Depression shows that early-life exposure to poor economic conditions is associated with accelerated aging.
Now Hiring! Assistant, Associate Professor of Social Genomics (Cluster Hire)
The University of Wisconsin-Madison invites applications for a position in Social Genomics, beginning July 1, 2023. Social Genomics research integrates theories, data, and methods across the social, health, and genetic sciences. This position is one …
Li Awarded the A.A. Alexander Professorship
Dr. Li has been awarded the inaugural A.A. Alexander Professorship to recognize significant collaboration between the Departments of Psychiatry and Psychology at UW-Madison.
Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Social Genomics
Now hiring for an Assistant, Associate, or Professor position in the area of Social Genomics. Candidates pursuing research that focus on social, medical and/or policy implications that stem from using genomic data are encouraged to …
Schmitz wins prestigious Vilas Associates Competition award
La Follette School Assistant Professor Lauren Schmitz is a 2022-23 winner of the Vilas Associates Competition. The award funds important new and ongoing UW-Madison research.
Five ISG articles published in summer 2021
New research from UW’s Initiative in Social Genomics appeared in several peer-reviewed journals this summer. ISG authors are in bold type below. An article by Philipp Koellinger and coauthors, “Multivariate analysis of 1.5 million people …