Name of Engagement
Center for Genome and Metagenome Studies (CGEMS)
Contact Information
James Herrick, Ph.D. (Co-Director)
Contact Details
herricjb@jmu.edu or cresawsg@jmu.edu
Description
The JMU Center for Genome and Metagenome Studies (CGEMS) supports innovative, leading-edge research and training in the methods and principles of genomics, metagenomics, transcriptomics, and bioinformatics for students at all levels. CGEMS supports and fosters collaboration among researchers and students in a variety of departments and colleges. CGEMS also sponsors seminars, and provides outreach to other higher education institutions in Virginia as well as area schools.
Web Presence
http://www.jmu.edu/genomics/
Involvement
Involves Faculty, Involves Staff, Involves Students, Involves Participants External to JMU
Date
Ongoing
Frequency
Ongoing (Currently in existence, year round)
Areas of Engagement
Community Engagement, Engaged Learning
Format
Department or Center
