Genetics

The study of heredity and variation in organisms.

Resources in this category:

American Society of Human Genetics
http://www.ashg.org/

Professional organization for human genetics specialists worldwide. Website offers curriculum guides for educators, genetics information for the public, a video series of interviews with prominent scientists, and tips for pursuing academic or professional training in the genetics field.

Association for Politics and the Life Sciences
http://www.aplsnet.org/

"Interdisciplinary association of scholars, scientists, and policymakers concerned with evolutionary, genetic, and ecological knowledge and its bearing on political behavior, public policy and ethics." In addition to information about the society, the website offers bibliographies, course syllabi, and links.

Genetics Society of America
http://www.genetics-gsa.org/

This organization works to facilitate communication among scientists in the field of genetics. It publishes the internationally-known journal, Genetics, and facilitates multiple national conferences.

This site provides information about membership in the association, upcoming conferences, and information for students about careers in genetics.

National Society of Genetics Counselors
http://www.nsgc.org/

This organization is "the leading voice, authority and advocate forthe genetic counseling profession" and "will promote the genetic counseling profession as a recognized and integral part of health care delivery, education, research and public policy."

This site has information about upcoming meetings, publications, and joining the society and special interest groups. There is an extensive section about careers in genetic counseling and educational opportunities.