Annual meetings focused on environmental mutagenesis and genomics.
Official title: Environmental Mutagenesis and Genomics Society (EMGS) Annual Meeting 2024-2028
Funded at Environmental Mutagenesis/genomics Soc · NIH-11011091 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about bringing together scientists who study how things in our environment can change our genes and affect our health, so they can share their latest findings and ideas to help everyone learn more about these important topics.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Environmental Mutagenesis/genomics Soc NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Jacksonville, United States) |
| Project start | September 20, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $5,000 |
| NIH project number | 1R13FD008284-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11011091 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation would include researchers and professionals in the fields of environmental science, genetics, and public health.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not involved in research or do not have a professional interest in environmental mutagenesis may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
The Environmental Mutagenesis and Genomics Society (EMGS) organizes annual meetings to bring together scientists dedicated to understanding how environmental exposures affect the genome and human health. These meetings facilitate the exchange of ideas and the latest research findings among professionals in the field. Participants can expect discussions on the mechanisms of mutation induction, DNA repair defects, and the assessment of risks from environmental mutagens. The meetings aim to foster collaboration and professional development in this critical area of research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and mitigation strategies for the impacts of environmental exposures on human health.
How similar studies have gone: Previous meetings and collaborations in this field have led to significant discoveries, indicating a history of success in similar research approaches.
Where this research is happening
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Environmental Mutagenesis/genomics Soc
Jacksonville, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bemis, Jeffrey C — Environmental Mutagenesis/genomics Soc
- Study coordinator: Bemis, Jeffrey C
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.