Jeff Dudycha was awarded a five-year award from the NSF.

The title is: "Mutational variance of the transcriptome and the origins of phenotypic plasticity."

Short summary of the project:

This research seeks to determine how often genetic mutations occur, whether they produce a change in how gene activity levels respond to the environment, and whether those altered responses have effects on observable traits. This study will provide insight into how genetic differences among organisms arise, the basis for all evolutionary change and the diversity of life. 

Congratulations Jeff!