Studying Algal Reproduction Could Help Prevent the Spread of Malaria
How exactly do gametes come together and fuse to create new life? That’s what Jen Pinello, an assistant professor in UW’s molecular biology department, set out to investigate. Surprisingly, her research may also hold the key to preventing the infectious spread of deadly diseases, such as malaria.
Read More » Maya Kate Gilmore February 16, 2026