Fabián Ramos-Almodóvar's work shows that mutation patterns—particularly at CpG sites—play a major role in shaping genome composition, beyond the influence of average DNA methylation. Bumsik Cho's research reveals that, in fruit flies, sleep enables circulating immune cells to clear harmful lipid buildup from the brain, supporting brain health, memory, and lifespan.
Together, these studies exemplify the power of genetics to uncover the molecular mechanisms that shape genomes and sustain health across diverse organisms.
Please join us for an award ceremony and presentations by the recipients on Friday, October 30, at 1:00 p.m. in the Austrian Auditorium, Rubenstein Research Building.
Fabián Ramos-Almodóvar – Iain Mathieson lab
Predoctoral Award Recipient
Methylation-associated mutagenesis underlies variation in the mutation spectrum across eukaryotes.
Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A. 2026 Mar 17;123(11).
Bumsik Cho – Amita Sehgal Lab
Postdoctoral Award Recipient
Sleep-dependent clearance of brain lipids by peripheral blood cells.
Nature. 2026 Mar;651(8106):720-731.