John Schimenti, PhD
- What aspect of your research are you most excited about right now?
- The impacts of genome stability on the germline, pregnancy, and birth defects
- What inspired you to study reproduction, in general?
- It was a natural progression from my PhD work on how recombination molds genome evolution. Of course, heritable change occurs through the germline, so I inevitably ended up in reproduction!
- When you’re not doing research, what are your hobbies or non-work-related interests?
- Golf; remodel/restore cars and home; crypto/blockchain technology.
- What is the most valuable piece of advice you’ve received over your research career?
- Avoid "me too" science.
- Ideally, how do you envision your research contributing to the broader field of reproduction (be it societal, ecological, etc.)?
- Two main areas: 1) Using genetics and genome engineering for discovery of genes and variants important for fertility. 2) Characterizing genetic quality control mechanisms in gametogenesis that are crucial for making healthy offspring.
