April 25 is National DNA Day, and the National Human Genome Research Institute (NHGRI) will be celebrating in advance on April 23, 2021 with the Louise M. Slaughter National Day Lecture. This year’s featured speaker is Dr. Rebecca Johnson, Member of the Order of Australia and Chief Scientist at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History. Dr. Johnson will be speaking about her ‘DNA-driven’ science journey which includes establishing the first accredited wildlife forensic laboratory in the southern hemisphere and working on conservation genomics of some of Australia’s most iconic wildlife species. Following the presentation, a Q&A moderated by Dr. Eric Green, NHGRI’s director. Be part of the DNA Day celebration and register for this webinar now!