Iowa State University Genetics Programs

Iowa State University Genetics programs train students to become the next generation of practicing geneticists in careers that range across basic and applied sciences. The diversity of faculty ensures a broad, well-balanced education from the best instructors while offering flexibility in choice of research specialization. Ongoing research projects span all the major areas of theoretical and experimental genetics, including molecular studies of gene regulation, systems biology, developmental genetics, functional genomics, etc. Students will learn to leverage these approaches to address grand challenges in biology and biotechnology related to agriculture, medicine, and other areas