Dan Jagger
@auditorynerves.bsky.social
Professor of Cell Physiology, Ear Institute, University College London
Research interests: ion channels, hearing/deafness, cilia, rare diseases, neurons, glia
www.ucl.ac.uk/ear/research/jaggerlab
Insta: @jaggerlab
Research interests: ion channels, hearing/deafness, cilia, rare diseases, neurons, glia
www.ucl.ac.uk/ear/research/jaggerlab
Insta: @jaggerlab
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Dan Jagger
@auditorynerves.bsky.social
· Oct 12
We've been looking at historic human inner ear sections - this from the late 1920s.
The histology stain used is written on, in this case "Kulchitsky Weigert Pal". With no training in the area I've looked up what this is, & as a consequence who Kulchitsky was.
Strap in, it's quite a story. 🧪🔬
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The histology stain used is written on, in this case "Kulchitsky Weigert Pal". With no training in the area I've looked up what this is, & as a consequence who Kulchitsky was.
Strap in, it's quite a story. 🧪🔬
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Positive thinking could boost immune response to vaccines.
Study suggests people using positive thinking to boost activity in the brain’s reward system respond better to vaccination.
Their immune system produce more antibodies after the shot.
🧪💉 #medsky
www.theguardian.com/society/2026...
Study suggests people using positive thinking to boost activity in the brain’s reward system respond better to vaccination.
Their immune system produce more antibodies after the shot.
🧪💉 #medsky
www.theguardian.com/society/2026...
Positive thinking could boost immune response to vaccines, say scientists
People picturing positive experiences found to produce more antibodies, hinting at future clinical potential
www.theguardian.com
January 19, 2026 at 5:32 PM
Positive thinking could boost immune response to vaccines.
Study suggests people using positive thinking to boost activity in the brain’s reward system respond better to vaccination.
Their immune system produce more antibodies after the shot.
🧪💉 #medsky
www.theguardian.com/society/2026...
Study suggests people using positive thinking to boost activity in the brain’s reward system respond better to vaccination.
Their immune system produce more antibodies after the shot.
🧪💉 #medsky
www.theguardian.com/society/2026...
An international trial is examining whether a finger-prick blood test could help diagnose Alzheimer's disease.
The study, involving 1,000 volunteers aged 60 in the UK, US & Canada, will aim to detect biomarkers associated with the condition.
🧪🧠 @medsky.social #medsky
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
The study, involving 1,000 volunteers aged 60 in the UK, US & Canada, will aim to detect biomarkers associated with the condition.
🧪🧠 @medsky.social #medsky
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Alzheimer's finger-prick blood test could transform diagnosis, experts say
An international trial involving 1,000 volunteers will aim to detect biomarkers associated with the condition.
www.bbc.co.uk
January 19, 2026 at 7:06 AM
An international trial is examining whether a finger-prick blood test could help diagnose Alzheimer's disease.
The study, involving 1,000 volunteers aged 60 in the UK, US & Canada, will aim to detect biomarkers associated with the condition.
🧪🧠 @medsky.social #medsky
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
The study, involving 1,000 volunteers aged 60 in the UK, US & Canada, will aim to detect biomarkers associated with the condition.
🧪🧠 @medsky.social #medsky
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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The Trump move on Greenland is celebrated as a huge victory on multiple fronts by Moscow. As Danish papers and the Danish intelligence service have documented, the whole effort to persuade Trump that he "needed" Greenland was born in the Kremlin. kyivindependent.com/russia-welco...
Russia welcomes Trump's tariffs on NATO allies over Greenland as 'collapse' of alliance
"The transatlantic alliance is over," Kremlin economic negotiator Kirill Dmitriev said.
kyivindependent.com
January 18, 2026 at 7:07 PM
The Trump move on Greenland is celebrated as a huge victory on multiple fronts by Moscow. As Danish papers and the Danish intelligence service have documented, the whole effort to persuade Trump that he "needed" Greenland was born in the Kremlin. kyivindependent.com/russia-welco...
Tylenol (paracetamol) is safe in pregnancy, says new evidence against Trump autism claims.
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@medsky.social #medsky
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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@medsky.social #medsky
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Paracetamol is safe in pregnancy, says new evidence against Trump autism claims
Researchers say their gold-standard review should put an end to the debate over use of the common painkiller during pregnancy.
www.bbc.co.uk
January 17, 2026 at 7:39 AM
Tylenol (paracetamol) is safe in pregnancy, says new evidence against Trump autism claims.
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@medsky.social #medsky
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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@medsky.social #medsky
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
The genetics of dogs’ adorable floppy ears.
A gene important for human hearing could determine whether a dog’s ears are pendulous like a basset hound's or stubby like a rottweiler's, according to a genetic analysis of more than 3,000 dogs, wolves & coyotes.
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www.nature.com/articles/d41...
A gene important for human hearing could determine whether a dog’s ears are pendulous like a basset hound's or stubby like a rottweiler's, according to a genetic analysis of more than 3,000 dogs, wolves & coyotes.
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www.nature.com/articles/d41...
Do their ears hang low? The genetics of dogs’ adorable floppy ears
Scientists are just beginning to understand the signals that determine the length of dogs’ ears.
www.nature.com
January 16, 2026 at 3:03 PM
The genetics of dogs’ adorable floppy ears.
A gene important for human hearing could determine whether a dog’s ears are pendulous like a basset hound's or stubby like a rottweiler's, according to a genetic analysis of more than 3,000 dogs, wolves & coyotes.
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www.nature.com/articles/d41...
A gene important for human hearing could determine whether a dog’s ears are pendulous like a basset hound's or stubby like a rottweiler's, according to a genetic analysis of more than 3,000 dogs, wolves & coyotes.
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www.nature.com/articles/d41...
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🚨🚨🚨 Deadline for applications to the Strathclyde Optical Microscopy Course @unistrathclyde.bsky.social extended to 30 January 2026! Details on how to apply are below 🔬 #microscope #ECRchat #Glasgow
We are delighted to announce the Strathclyde Optical Microscopy Course 2026 (SOMC26), taking place in Glasgow from 21st July – 30th July 2026!
Please find more details at shorturl.at/xmUiZ and apply at shorturl.at/MxTlI. Deadline 16 January 2026.
Please find more details at shorturl.at/xmUiZ and apply at shorturl.at/MxTlI. Deadline 16 January 2026.
January 16, 2026 at 1:42 PM
🚨🚨🚨 Deadline for applications to the Strathclyde Optical Microscopy Course @unistrathclyde.bsky.social extended to 30 January 2026! Details on how to apply are below 🔬 #microscope #ECRchat #Glasgow
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Reposted by Dan Jagger
Reposted by Dan Jagger
This might be the single most pathetic thing I've seen in my adult life.
Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado has given her Nobel Peace Prize medal to President Donald Trump during a meeting at the White House, saying it was a recognition of his commitment to her country's freedom
www.bbc.com/news/article...
www.bbc.com/news/article...
Machado presents Trump with her Nobel award at White House meeting
Trump thanked Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado, calling it "a wonderful gesture of mutual respect".
www.bbc.com
January 16, 2026 at 7:57 AM
This might be the single most pathetic thing I've seen in my adult life.
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This is not going to work. Jenrick and Farage are going to kill each other. It's going to be very funny.
January 15, 2026 at 4:49 PM
This is not going to work. Jenrick and Farage are going to kill each other. It's going to be very funny.
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NASA say that the crew member who was ill and returned to earth is doing well and now having a meal with colleagues.
January 15, 2026 at 1:31 PM
NASA say that the crew member who was ill and returned to earth is doing well and now having a meal with colleagues.
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You don’t have to be LGBT+ to support those that are in the same way that you don’t have to play sports to support a sports team.
January 15, 2026 at 1:33 PM
You don’t have to be LGBT+ to support those that are in the same way that you don’t have to play sports to support a sports team.
Grief over the death of a pet could be as chronic as that for a human family member, new research has shown, confirming what many people already know about their bond with their furry friends.
Prolonged grief disorder (PGD) lasts months, or even years.
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www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle...
Prolonged grief disorder (PGD) lasts months, or even years.
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www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle...
Grief over pet death can be as strong as that for family member, survey shows
Researcher calls for guidelines for diagnosing prolonged grief disorder to be expanded to cover people mourning pets
www.theguardian.com
January 15, 2026 at 1:33 PM
Grief over the death of a pet could be as chronic as that for a human family member, new research has shown, confirming what many people already know about their bond with their furry friends.
Prolonged grief disorder (PGD) lasts months, or even years.
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www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle...
Prolonged grief disorder (PGD) lasts months, or even years.
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www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle...
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The first patient to receive a breakthrough treatment on the NHS for his aggressive form of leukaemia has said it was "fantastic" and "very sci-fi".
Oscar Murphy, 28 was given the "living drug" called CAR-T therapy, for his blood cancer. 🧪
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Oscar Murphy, 28 was given the "living drug" called CAR-T therapy, for his blood cancer. 🧪
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
January 14, 2026 at 1:32 PM
The first patient to receive a breakthrough treatment on the NHS for his aggressive form of leukaemia has said it was "fantastic" and "very sci-fi".
Oscar Murphy, 28 was given the "living drug" called CAR-T therapy, for his blood cancer. 🧪
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Oscar Murphy, 28 was given the "living drug" called CAR-T therapy, for his blood cancer. 🧪
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Doctors have restored sight & prevented blindness in people with a rare but dangerous eye condition called hypotony.
Seven out of eight patients given the pioneering treatment have responded to the therapy.
🧪👁️ #medsky @medsky.social
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Seven out of eight patients given the pioneering treatment have responded to the therapy.
🧪👁️ #medsky @medsky.social
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Revolutionary eye injection saved my sight, says first-ever patient
Nicki's eye had collapsed in on itself, but a new gel injection method has saved her vision.
www.bbc.co.uk
January 12, 2026 at 1:36 PM
Doctors have restored sight & prevented blindness in people with a rare but dangerous eye condition called hypotony.
Seven out of eight patients given the pioneering treatment have responded to the therapy.
🧪👁️ #medsky @medsky.social
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Seven out of eight patients given the pioneering treatment have responded to the therapy.
🧪👁️ #medsky @medsky.social
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Sorry, Trump & Farage – London is no lawless ‘warzone’. Violent crime is lower than ever.
Sadiq Khan
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
Sadiq Khan
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
Sorry, Trump and Farage – London is no lawless ‘warzone’. Violent crime is lower than ever | Sadiq Khan
Reform’s new candidate for mayor claims people pity Londoners for living in an unsafe capital. But the evidence is clear: we’re making our streets safer, says mayor of London Sadiq Khan
www.theguardian.com
January 12, 2026 at 9:18 AM
Sorry, Trump & Farage – London is no lawless ‘warzone’. Violent crime is lower than ever.
Sadiq Khan
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
Sadiq Khan
www.theguardian.com/commentisfre...
Someone sent you a message.
January 3, 2026 at 8:50 PM
Someone sent you a message.
OK 2026, what have you got for us?
January 1, 2026 at 3:23 AM
OK 2026, what have you got for us?
‘They didn’t de-extinct anything’: can Colossal’s genetically engineered animals ever be the real thing?
“Charles Darwin summed it up when he said, ‘when a group has once wholly disappeared, it does not reappear; for the link of generation has been broken.’
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www.theguardian.com/environment/...
“Charles Darwin summed it up when he said, ‘when a group has once wholly disappeared, it does not reappear; for the link of generation has been broken.’
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www.theguardian.com/environment/...
‘They didn’t de-extinct anything’: can Colossal’s genetically engineered animals ever be the real thing?
The bioscience startup has attracted billions in investment – and a flurry of criticism, but founder tells the Guardian plans to bring back the woolly mammoth will not be derailed
www.theguardian.com
December 31, 2025 at 6:47 PM
‘They didn’t de-extinct anything’: can Colossal’s genetically engineered animals ever be the real thing?
“Charles Darwin summed it up when he said, ‘when a group has once wholly disappeared, it does not reappear; for the link of generation has been broken.’
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www.theguardian.com/environment/...
“Charles Darwin summed it up when he said, ‘when a group has once wholly disappeared, it does not reappear; for the link of generation has been broken.’
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www.theguardian.com/environment/...
Fan group says alarm bells should be ringing at FIFA that England football supporters have not taken up their full ticket allocation for next summer's World Cup final and semi-final.
"The numbers are reflective of a fan base that has been priced out."
www.bbc.co.uk/sport/footba...
"The numbers are reflective of a fan base that has been priced out."
www.bbc.co.uk/sport/footba...
World Cup 2026: England fans fail to take up ticket allocation
A fan group says
www.bbc.co.uk
December 31, 2025 at 6:32 AM
Fan group says alarm bells should be ringing at FIFA that England football supporters have not taken up their full ticket allocation for next summer's World Cup final and semi-final.
"The numbers are reflective of a fan base that has been priced out."
www.bbc.co.uk/sport/footba...
"The numbers are reflective of a fan base that has been priced out."
www.bbc.co.uk/sport/footba...
"My son was given the world's most expensive gene therapy drug - now he can walk."
Edward, who has spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) was given the gene therapy Zolgensma, which costs £1.79m (US$2.41m) for the one-off treatment, through the NHS in 2021.
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www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Edward, who has spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) was given the gene therapy Zolgensma, which costs £1.79m (US$2.41m) for the one-off treatment, through the NHS in 2021.
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www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Colchester boy given £1.8m drug has new lease of life
Five-year-old Edward can walk independently, his mum says, and she hopes he will lead a happy life.
www.bbc.co.uk
December 31, 2025 at 5:04 AM
"My son was given the world's most expensive gene therapy drug - now he can walk."
Edward, who has spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) was given the gene therapy Zolgensma, which costs £1.79m (US$2.41m) for the one-off treatment, through the NHS in 2021.
🧪🧬
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Edward, who has spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) was given the gene therapy Zolgensma, which costs £1.79m (US$2.41m) for the one-off treatment, through the NHS in 2021.
🧪🧬
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Scientists discover 2 new subtypes of multiple sclerosis, paving the way for personalised treatments & better outcomes for patients.
Experts say the “exciting” breakthrough could revolutionise treatment of the disease.
🧪🧠 #medsky #neuroskyence
www.theguardian.com/society/2025...
Experts say the “exciting” breakthrough could revolutionise treatment of the disease.
🧪🧠 #medsky #neuroskyence
www.theguardian.com/society/2025...
Two new subtypes of MS found in ‘exciting’ breakthrough
Exclusive: Scientists uncovered biological strands using artificial intelligence and hope discovery will revolutionise treatment
www.theguardian.com
December 30, 2025 at 7:59 AM
Scientists discover 2 new subtypes of multiple sclerosis, paving the way for personalised treatments & better outcomes for patients.
Experts say the “exciting” breakthrough could revolutionise treatment of the disease.
🧪🧠 #medsky #neuroskyence
www.theguardian.com/society/2025...
Experts say the “exciting” breakthrough could revolutionise treatment of the disease.
🧪🧠 #medsky #neuroskyence
www.theguardian.com/society/2025...