HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology

Join us for an exclusive talk with Nobel-prize winning scientist, Dr. Harold Varmus! Dr. Varmus was one of the scientists who discovered oncogenes and transformed the landscape of cancer research worldwide. He is the former Director of the National Institutes of Health and the National Cancer Institute (NCI). Join us as Dr. Rick Myers, HudsonAlpha Chief Scientific Officer and M. A. Loya Chair in Genomics, leads the discussion on Tuesday, November 19 at 5:30 p.m. at the Jackson Center. Register now: https://lnkd.in/gB3mqPKK #event #genomics #Nobelprize #science #NIH #NIC

🎃 Happy Halloween! 👻 Have you ever wondered what science might be lurking behind your costume? From vampires to zombies, discover the real-life science that inspired your favorite Halloween monsters! Tap into the creepy connections here... if you dare: https://lnkd.in/eKuTAHjB #HudsonAlpha #MonsterMash #STEM #Spooktacular #Halloween

HudsonAlpha's scientists are working to identify potential biomarkers to help improve Parkinson's disease research, which could lead to more accurate diagnostics and more effective treatment. Enrollment is open at the Smith Family Clinic for Genomic Medicine and open to members of the community who meet eligibility requirements: ➡️ You're 19 years or older and have been diagnosed with Parkinson's disease ➡️ You're 19 years or older and live with or are related to someone with Parkinson's disease Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gNgeTxJn #research #genomics #Parkinsonsdisease #enrollnow

One meeting can change everything! Discover how HudsonAlpha Wiregrass helps build a stronger business through support, innovation, and strategic insights. Read the full story to see the impact in action with Karla Johnson and Johnson Labs Inc: https://lnkd.in/gYFayu2s #biotech #innovation #supports #business #insights

For the last 16 years, HudsonAlpha has hosted the community to help raise support for our breast and ovarian cancer program for our annual Tie the Ribbons luncheon. This year’s luncheon at the Von Braun Center features a special guest: Dr. Rebecca Arend, Associate Professor of Gynecology Oncology at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. Dr. Arend specializes in personalized medicine and chemoresistant cancers. You can register for the 2024 Tie the Ribbons luncheon now → hudsonalpha.org/ttr #cancerresearch #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth #TieTheRibbons #community #support

This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, meet a passionate advocate and leader of our Information is Power Initaitve, a genetic test for cancer risk. Kristy Stoudemire- Bell is committed to engaging the Alabama community, helping advance science for a healthier tomorrow. Learn how Kristy's personal connection drives her work every day at HudsonAlpha: https://lnkd.in/dktk3Ecq #research #communityengagement #leader #InformationIsPower

Listen to part 2 of our Tiny Expeditions conversation where science meets cinema! We chat all things movies and science, with exclusive insights from professional filmmakers, Michael and Jori Felker! Listen to Tiny Expeditions Season 5, Episode 6.2, “Blending Science and Storytelling: Insights from Hollywood Filmmakers: https://lnkd.in/gBe9J3pk #TinyExpeditions #podcast #science #cinema

NEW: Florencia Behn, PhD named Vice President for Research Administration and Development at HudsonAlpha! “I am honored for the opportunity to continue my work with HudsonAlpha in this new role. The institute’s mission of accelerating research findings to practical applications in an environment that colocates research, entrepreneurship, and education drew me to it more than 15 years ago and I’m excited for what the future holds,” said Behn. Dr. Flo Behn will begin her new position on November 1. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/grWugr9K #research #development #leadership #executive #genetics #genomics

Together we can beat breast and ovarian cancer! Join us on November 7 at 11:30 a.m. in the Von Braun Center Saturn Ballroom for our Tie The Ribbons luncheon, a beloved Huntsville tradition hat raises funds for HudsonAlpha’s breast and ovarian cancer program. Don’t miss out! Register now → hudsonalpha.org/ttr #TieTheRibbons #genetics #genomics #InformationIsPower #cancerresearch

HudsonAlpha continues to lead in agricultural research! Two postdoctoral associates received USDA-NIFA Fellowships to use genomics to improve economically important crops in the U.S. Congratulations to Kendall Lee, PhD (pictured) in the Josh Clevenger Lab and Julie Robinson, PhD from the Alex Harkess Lab on their achievements. Read more about the grants here: https://lnkd.in/gSiJsJrs #genetics #genomics #USDA #NIFA #fellowship #agriculture #research