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Seminar: Mitochondrial DNA Mutation and Disease

Join us for an enlightening talk by Dr. Zhenglong Gu, Professor at Fudan University, on “Mitochondrial DNA Mutation and Disease: Young and Old”! Discover the critical role of mitochondrial DNA in health, disease, and development, from autism to aging. This engaging discussion will highlight groundbreaking insights into how mtDNA mutations shape cellular function and disease. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore cutting-edge science!

Location: Franklin Antonio Hall, Room 4002
Date & Time: Wednesday, July 2nd, 1:30 – 5:30 pm

Apply Today: GEMINI Applications Now Open!

Ready to make an impact in diversity and inclusion at the intersection of engineering, technology, and biomedical sciences? Join the Galvanizing Engineering in Medicine Inclusion Initiative (GEMINI) at the Institute of Engineering in Medicine!

GEMINI Fellowship Program: Early-career researchers from underrepresented backgrounds can access mentorship and career support to thrive in biomedical engineering research.
GEMINI Faculty Mentor Award: Be recognized for your dedication to mentoring and promoting diversity in research training.

Don’t miss out—apply by July 22, 2025!

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Apply Today: GEM Initiative Application Now Open!

The Galvanizing Engineering in Medicine (GEM) Program, a partnership between UC San Diego’s Altman Clinical and Translational Research Institute (ACTRI) and the Institute of Engineering in Medicine (IEM), is now accepting applications!

Join forces with clinicians and engineers to create cutting-edge technologies that solve pressing challenges in healthcare. Don’t miss your chance to drive innovation and transform patient care—submit your proposal today!

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