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Learning I had a rare genetic condition changed how I saw myself as a physician, woman and mom

Bethany Oeming has often fielded questions from people wondering what the secret was to her muscular body. At 36, when she was pregnant with her second child, she was diagnosed with a rare genetic mutation called familial partial lipodystrophy. Suddenly, what she thought was simply her "body type" was reframed as a lifelong medical condition.

From the CBC News-2025-12-14:8:5:1

Sperm from donor with cancer-causing gene was used to conceive almost 200 children

Some children have already died and only a minority who inherit the mutation will escape cancer in their lifetimes.

From the BBC News-2025-12-10:8:5:1

13 years later, the IKEA monkey is all grown up - and his sanctuary is at capacity

Thirteen years after an attempted escape from an IKEA parking lot, Darwin the monkey has been living out his life at Storybook Primate Sanctuary, the only one of its kind in Canada. He may be shy, but volunteers say he is thriving.

From the CBC News-2025-12-10:8:5:2

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HOX Genes: Methods and Protocols, by Bony De Kumar, Ashish Shelar, from Springer Nature. (Dec 6).

Genetics Special Issue on fitness landscapes. A call for the submission of papers for a Special Issue on "Fitness Landscapes: data, theory and applications. (Nov 25).

Principles of Biological Autonomy, a new annotated edition, by Francisco J. Varela, from MIT Press. (Nov 22).

Discrete Mathematical Models in Population Biology: Ecological, Epidemic, and Evolutionary Dynamics, by Saber N. Elaydi, Jim M. Cushing, from Springer Nature. (Nov 8).

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Dec 14 14:03	Genomic insights into historical adaptation of three key fungal plant pathogens by Joris A Alkemade and others (GBE)
Dec 14 14:03	The chromosome-scale genome assembly of the redlip blenny, Ophioblennius macclurei (Blenniidae) by Nikita Kulikov and others (GBE)
Dec 14 14:03	Highlight: Running Circles Around Genome Architecture by Shady A Kuster (GBE)
Dec 13 14:03	Genomic architecture and evolution of heterostyly: New insights from Cordia subcordata (Boraginaceae) by Miaomiao Shi and others (MBE)
Dec 13 14:03	Widespread turnover of a conserved cis-regulatory code across 589 grass species by Charles O Hale and others (MBE)
Dec 13 14:03	Abundant Recurrent Mitochondrial Mutations and Widespread Mitonuclear Epistasis in Caenorhabditis elegans by Tuc H M Nguyen and others (MBE)
Dec 12 17:03	Phylogenetic Analysis of NEAT1 and MALAT1 Long Non-coding RNAs Highlights Structure-Function Relationships in Paraspeckle Biology by Ksenia Arkhipova and Micha Drukker (MBE)

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JOB DESCRIPTION

Postdoctoral Position in Butterfly Evolutionary Developmental Biology,
Omics, and AI

A unique opportunity to explore how genomes shape life's diversity. We
are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Fellow to join two recently
hired Postdocs and a dynamic and international research team investigating
the molecular mechanisms of development and evolution using butterflies as
a model system. This multi-year project integratesomics, computational
biology, imaging, and AI to uncover the genomic architecture and molecular
logic underlying organismal development.

This ambitious NSF-funded project aims to illuminate the genome-to-phenome
pathway and decode how cells acquire diverse fates to build tissues,
organs, and traits through evolution.  By combining genomics,
transcriptomics, epigenomics, proteomics, metabolomics, and AI-driven
data integration, we will chart the cellular and molecular processes that
shape complex traits in two butterfly species. The project brings together
researchers across seven institutions within the University of Puerto Rico
system and a broad network of national and international collaborators,
offering a highly interdisciplinary and collaborative environment.

The project offers a comprehensive professional development program,
including workshops on omics data generation, computational analysis,
AI, entrepreneurship, and science communication.  These activities are
designed to strengthen research and transferable skills for careers both
inside and outside academia.

Responsibilities:

Design and conduct experiments

Analyze complex omics datasets
Maintain big data repositories
Develop computational pipelines
Prepare manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals
Present research findings at conferences and seminars
Mentor graduate and undergraduate students
Interact and collaborate with the other postdocs
Assist in grant writing and project management

Qualifications:

Ph.D. in Genetics, Developmental Biology, Genomics, Bioinformatics,
Computational Science, or a related field.
It is ok if the degree will be obtained within a few months of the
position starting date.
Strong background in computational science and/or molecular biology
techniques
Proficiency in bioinformatics and data analysis (e.g., R, Python,
Unix/Linux)
Experience with next-generation sequencing data analysis
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
Publication record in peer-reviewed journals

Salary basic information:

We are offering a highly competitive Postdoctoral salary (from $50K to
65K with full benefits) that will match the candidate's qualifications.

Why Join Us

This position offers an exciting opportunity to pursue cutting-edge
research in a supportive, multidisciplinary environment while enjoying
the vibrant research community and natural beauty of Puerto Rico.

Learn more:NSF
Award #2435987
Principal Investigator: Riccardo Papa - Google Scholar

To Apply:

Please submit the following documents:

Cover letter describing your research interests and experience
Curriculum vitae
Two representative publications
Contact information for three references

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the
position is filled.
Selection of candidates will close by February 27, 2026 for follow-up
interviews. Exceptions can be made for cases of extremely motivated and
qualified applicants that might apply later to this date. Starting date
is April 1, 2026 but can be flexible depending on the applicant.

All documents must be submitted to the following electronic address
before or by February 27, 2026.

Attention to :
Dr. Riccardo Papa, Department of Biology

Subject : 
Application - The Blueprint of Life

e-mail : 
riccado.papa@upr.edu,rpapa.lab@gmail.com and florence.piel@upr.edu

Riccardo Papa <rpapa.lab@gmail.com>

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