More Than Our Genes: A Q&A About Science and Society with Dr. Ruth Shaw

You are invited to join the University of Minnesota's Ecology, Evolution and Behavior Club from 5-6pm on Thursday, April 17 in Coffman Memorial Union Room 303 for More Than Our Genes: A Q&A About Science and Society with Dr. Ruth Shaw. During this event, we will discuss some of the scientific and ethical problems with contemporary research linking genomic variation to complex human traits. All University of Minnesota students, faculty, and staff are encouraged to attend. The Q&A session will be moderated by Henry Rosato, President of the Ecology, Evolution and Behavior Club. Dinner from Afro Deli & Grill will be provided. Please RSVP if you plan on attending!

 

About Dr. Shaw: Dr. Ruth Shaw is a Professor of Ecology, Evolution and Behavior studying ongoing evolution in wild plant populations. She is a member of the National Academy of Sciences and the Academy of Distinguished Teachers and previously served as President of the Society for the Study of Evolution and as Editor-in-Chief of the Society's journal, Evolution.