The genetics of the many forms of diversity

Abstract

The Genetics Society of America Medal honors an individual member of the Society for their contributions to the field of genetics at the midcareer level (up to 15 years since starting an independent position). The society established the GSA Medal in 1981 to recognize members who exemplify the ingenuity of the GSA membership through elegant and highly meaningful contributions to modern genetics. Joseph Schacherer is being recognized for his impactful contributions to the field through the study of population genomics in the model Saccharomyces cerevisiae and other less well-studied species, the genetic basis and architecture of complex traits, and mitochondrial genome evolution in yeast. This award also celebrates Schacherer's work leading the 1000 Yeast Genomes Project, which has provided a reference framework for studying genetic diversity and domestication, and efforts to train and support a diverse group of early career scientists.