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European Glial Meeting 2027 | Bologna @gliameeting.bsky.social · 9d

GLIA 2025 #StipendSpotlightSeries
Andrew Octavian Sasmita (aosasmita.bsky.social), UCC researcher, reveals how oligodendrocytes—not just neurons—drive amyloid-β plaque formation in Alzheimer’s. His work points to new OL-targeted strategies to slow disease progression and protect white matter.

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European Glial Meeting 2027 | Bologna @gliameeting.bsky.social · 18d

Network Glia is happy to announce two upcoming meetings from our national networks:

Warsaw Glia Symposium (16–17 Oct, Warsaw)
@warsawgliacomm.bsky.social

Workshop, “Microglia: from gene to function" (3–7 Nov, Bordeaux)
https://www.networkglia.eu/activities/

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European Glial Meeting 2027 | Bologna @gliameeting.bsky.social · 23d

🎉 Kicking off our #GLIA2025 Stipend Spotlight Series!
Each #gliacongress, @NetworkGlia supports early-career researchers making strides in glial science.

First up: Paige Mumford (@UKDRI), for her work on Down syndrome, neuroinflammation & early-onset Alzheimer’s.

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European Glial Meeting 2027 | Bologna @gliameeting.bsky.social · Aug 4

📢 Call for Social Media Ambassadors!
Help us grow the #GLIA community online & get a free registration for GLIA 2027 in Bologna!
We're looking for 5 voices from the field – content, updates, community vibes.
⏰ Apply by Aug 26!
👉 [email protected]

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European Glial Meeting 2027 | Bologna @gliameeting.bsky.social · Jul 29

It was lovely to see you all in Marseille! These photos are a chance to look back and relive some great moments from GLIA 2025. For more impressions, visit our congress website at www.glia2025.eu.

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European Glial Meeting 2027 | Bologna @gliameeting.bsky.social · Jul 15

What a week in Marseille! 🇫🇷 #GLIA2025 is done, but the buzz stays. We’re already gearing up for #GLIA2027! First step: forming the Programme Committee with a democratic vote by past delegates. Fun fact: GLIA’s even in MarsiGLIA (Italian for Marseille)!
#GliologistsTogether

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Carmen Falcone @carmenfalcone.bsky.social · Jul 11

Fun to participate to the #GliaNetworks joint booth, see you next time!!🙌

Learn more about what all of these network do here: www.networkglia.eu/resources/re...

#IGN #GLIA2025 @gliameeting.bsky.social

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European Glial Meeting 2027 | Bologna @gliameeting.bsky.social · Jul 10

#GLIA2025 is in full swing!
We’re halfway through an exciting week full of energy, ideas, and exchange.
Highlights so far:
🎓 Stipend Award Session
🧠 Poster Sessions
🤝 Welcome Reception

Let’s keep the momentum going!

#GliologistsTogether

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European Glial Meeting 2027 | Bologna @gliameeting.bsky.social · Jul 9

What a start to #GLIA2025!
We kicked off with an inspiring Opening Ceremony, our first lively Poster Session, and a warm Welcome Reception.
The day ended with great conversations at the Peripheral Glia Social at The Black Stone.

More to come – stay tuned!

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European Glial Meeting 2027 | Bologna @gliameeting.bsky.social · Jul 8

Day 1 of #GLIA2025 is in full swing!
Most participants have arrived, we kicked things off with a great Opening Session, and now we’re heading into our first Poster Session.
Let the science and exchange begin!

#GLIA2025 #GliaMeetsMarseille #GliologistsTogether

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European Glial Meeting 2027 | Bologna @gliameeting.bsky.social · Jul 7

We’ve arrived in sunny Marseille and everything’s set for #GLIA2025!
The Introductory Course kicked things off today — and we’re ready for an inspiring week ahead.
See you soon!

#GLIA2025 #GliologistsTogether

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European Glial Meeting 2027 | Bologna @gliameeting.bsky.social · Jul 3

Few days to Go! #GLIA2025 is almost here!
Badges ✅ Programmes ✅ Boxes ✅
The team’s in full swing behind the scenes. The final week is a whirlwind of logistics, excitement, and few ☕.
🔜 See you at GLIA2025 in Marseille! Travel safe, everyone!#GliologistsTogether

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European Glial Meeting 2027 | Bologna @gliameeting.bsky.social · Jun 26

From the 1st GLIA Meeting in Heidelberg (1994) to a thriving European network — Network Glia e.V., the association behind the #GLIA congresses, has shaped glial research for 30+ years!
👉 Grab a coffee and enjoy Helmut Kettenmann’s personal reflection: www.networkglia.eu/history-of-n...

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European Glial Meeting 2027 | Bologna @gliameeting.bsky.social · Jun 24

Sustainability is at the heart of #GLIA2025 in beautiful Marseille! 🌿
We're going digital, using eco-friendly materials, supporting local partners & reducing waste.
💧 Bring your own water bottle + explore the city via metro, tram & e-scooters!
#GliologistsTogether #NetworkGlia

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European Glial Meeting 2027 | Bologna @gliameeting.bsky.social · Jun 20

Network Glia – organiser of #Glia2025 – supports national networks & is happy to share this call!

Call for Symposia – 28th Meeting of the French Glial Cell Club

🗓️ Deadline: July 4, 2025
📥 Application: loom.ly/D74N7iU
🔗 Charter: loom.ly/xv2mLTU

@glialclub.bsky.social #glia #CCG2026

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European Glial Meeting 2027 | Bologna @gliameeting.bsky.social · Jun 18

GLIA 2025 is just 20 days away! 🎉
We’re excited to reunite the world’s top #glial cell researchers in sunny Marseille 🌞
#GLIA2025 is more than a congress - it's a one-of-a-kind gathering. We can’t wait to see you all in person!

#MarseilleMagic #GliologistsTogether #NetworkGlia

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European Glial Meeting 2027 | Bologna @gliameeting.bsky.social · Jun 16

Only 3 Days Left! 🚨
Join the world’s largest #glial cell congress — #GLIA2025 in Marseille 🇫🇷
🧠 8–11 July 2025
⏳ Regular registration ends 19 June!
👉 www.glia2025.eu/registration

#Neuroscience #MarseilleMagic #GliologistsTogether #NetworkGlia

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European Glial Meeting 2027 | Bologna @gliameeting.bsky.social · Jun 13

One week left to submit your late poster for #GLIA2025!
📅 Deadline: 20 June 2025 (23:59 CEST)
✅ Onsite display
👤 1 poster/participant (must be registered)
🚫 No late posters from regular abstract authors
🔗 www.glia2025.eu/abstracts/la...

#GliologistsTogether #NetworkGlia #Glia2025

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European Glial Meeting 2027 | Bologna @gliameeting.bsky.social · Jun 11

One of #GLIA2025’s favorite traditions returns: Meet the Speakers!
Join informal lunchtime sessions to connect, ask questions & exchange ideas with our speakers—especially great for early-career researchers.
📍Endoume 3
📲 Schedule: www.glia2025.eu/meet-the-spe...

#GliologistsTogether #NetworkGlia

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European Glial Meeting 2027 | Bologna @gliameeting.bsky.social · Jun 6

New at #GLIA2025: Visit the Joint Glia Networks Booth! 🌍🧠
Meet reps from different glial networks, enter our raffle 🎉 & grab a sticker 🎟️ for the social event Social Glial Interactions After Sunset!
Let’s grow the glia community—together!
#GliologistsTogether

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European Glial Meeting 2027 | Bologna @gliameeting.bsky.social · Jun 4

Not had enough during #GLIA2025 in Marseille and want to keep networking with fellow #gliologists? We’ve got you covered!
Join the social events after the congress—sunset chats, local spots & great company.
👉Some need extra registration!
👉 More info: loom.ly/xrzjrl8

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European Glial Meeting 2027 | Bologna @gliameeting.bsky.social · May 27

Huge thanks to the #GLIA2025 Programme Committee, led by Marc Freeman (Portland, USA), for shaping an outstanding scientific agenda! Grateful to all speakers + contributors for making this congress in Marseille unforgettable. 🙌🎓
🔗 glia2025.eu/committees

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European Glial Meeting 2027 | Bologna @gliameeting.bsky.social · May 21

After #GLIA2025, dive into #Marseille’s coastal magic 🇫🇷🌊
From hiking in Calanques National Park to sunset cocktails at Cabane des Amis — it’s the perfect post-congress reset.

Shift from cerebral to serene.
Unwind the Provençal way 🌅
#GliologistsTogether #GLIAmeeting

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European Glial Meeting 2027 | Bologna @gliameeting.bsky.social · May 19

Calling all #neuroscience, #biotech & #lifesciences companies!
Join us at #GLIA2025 – the world’s largest #glial cell meeting!
⚠️ Limited exhibition spots left!
📍Marseille | 8–11 July 2025
👥 1,200+ attendees
🤝 Sponsor & connect with top scientists
👉 glia2025.eu/sponsorship-exhibition

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European Glial Meeting 2027 | Bologna @gliameeting.bsky.social · May 16

Have you seen our #GLIA2025 workshops? 🔬 From Molecules to Manuscripts 📚 Four dynamic sessions diving into the tools, models & methods driving glial science forward. Don’t miss them!
#Neuroscience #GlialCells #GliologistsTogether

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