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Exploring the epigenetics of resilience

To do good science, we need to include diverse perspectives, work across disciplines and think outside the box while reminding ourselves that our goal as scientists is to serve humanity. I am sharing my story to encourage others to trust their gut feelings and to have the courage to see what everyone sees, but think what no one has thought.

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Dajani, R. Exploring the epigenetics of resilience. Nat Genet 54, 363 (2022). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41588-022-01050-x

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