ASHG Announces 2023-2025 Human Genetics Scholars

For Immediate Release: Monday, August 14, 2023, 11:15 a.m. U.S. Eastern Time

Media Contact: Kara Flynn, 202.257.8424, press@ashg.org

ASHG with generous support from National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI), Biogen, GlaxoSmithKline (GSK), Merck & Co, and Roche, is pleased to recognize this year’s Scholars. The Human Genetics Scholars Initiative was developed to advance diversity and inclusion in the human genetics research workforce. We also thank Impact Partner Illumina, for supporting the Society’s diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.

Meet the 2023-2025 Human Genetic Scholars

 Alexis Pigg Akerele, MS PhD Student Meharry Medical College
Alexis Pigg Akerele, MS
PhD Student
Meharry Medical College 
Kimberlyn A. Ellis, BS PhD Student Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Kimberlyn A. Ellis, BS
PhD Student
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Jeff Jaureguy, BS PhD Candidate University of California, San Diego
Jeff Jaureguy, BS
PhD Candidate
University of California, San Diego
 Ronnie Li, BS PhD Candidate Emory University
Ronnie Li, BS
PhD Candidate
Emory University
Jasmine Mack, MPH, MS PhD Candidate National Institutes of Health and the University of Cambridge
Jasmine Mack, MPH, MS
PhD Candidate
National Institutes of Health and the University of Cambridge
Bruce Nmezi, PhD Postdoctoral Fellow University of Pittsburgh
Bruce Nmezi, PhD
Postdoctoral Fellow
University of Pittsburgh 
 Justina P. Tavana, BS PhD Candidate Brigham Young University
Justina P. Tavana, BS
PhD Candidate
Brigham Young University 
Oscar Florez-Vargas, PhD Research Fellow National Cancer Institute
Oscar Florez-Vargas, PhD
Research Fellow
National Cancer Institute 

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About the American Society of Human Genetics (ASHG)

Founded in 1948, the American Society of Human Genetics is the primary professional membership organization for human genetics specialists worldwide. Its community of nearly 8,000 members include researchers, academicians, clinicians, laboratory practice professionals, genetic counselors, nurses, and others with an interest in human genetics. The Society serves scientists, health professionals, and the public by providing forums to: (1) share research results through the ASHG Annual Meeting and in The American Journal of Human Genetics and Human Genetics and Genomics Advances; (2) advance genetic research by advocating for research support; (3) educate current and future genetics professionals, health care providers, advocates, policymakers, educators, students, and the public about all aspects of human genetics; and (4) promote genetic services and support responsible social and scientific policies. For more information, visit: http://new.ashg.org.

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