Wisconsin is now an established national leader in cryo-electron microscopy, or cryo-EM, thanks to a decade-long strategic push from the UW–Madison biochemistry department and the Morgridge Institute.
Category: Virology
How COVID-19 shaped the evolution of a collaborative manuscript writing tool
The COVID-19 pandemic and our tech-driven world have highlighted the need for accessibility of research and efficiency of science publishing. Manubot is one tool that could change the game.
Training the next generation of science leaders at Morgridge
Scientific training is much more than learning experimental methods or interpreting data. Trainees must practice management, leadership, collaboration, and communication skills to be successful and the Morgridge Institute is committed to fostering growth of “whole scientists” who are prepared to lead.
Where are they now? Catching up with recent alumni in their new careers
A few of our recent Morgridge alumni reflect on how their research experience at the institute prepared them for their scientific careers.
Giving middle school students a glimpse into the ‘invisible world’ of viruses
A new digital learning resource developed by PBS Wisconsin called “Meet the Lab,” which gives middle school-aged students a glimpse into high-powered research labs and the scientists who run them, highlights the Morgridge Institute virology research team.