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Hearing loss & sometimes balance scientists; comparative models and humans; DEIA in sci & med; early career mentoring; ears brains in between; we love critters; good lab snacks; research ethics; oto history; ice cream; Baltimore; Johns Hopkins SOM👂🦻🧠🔬�
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Bird Ear Study--Hearing & Balance
High resolution CT imaging of a woodpecker ear
aspire.hopkinsmedicine.org
Please consider donating to support student/postdoc research projects looking at bird ears! This type If work isn’t a federal funding priority, but the trainees can do so much with a little bit of $$$ for microCT and histology aspire.hopkinsmedicine.org/project/46844 @gracecapshaw.bsky.social
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The conference (agreement between House and Senate) appropriations bill that includes HHS and NIH was released this morning.
www.appropriations.senate.gov/news/majorit...
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www.appropriations.senate.gov/news/majorit...
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Committee Releases Conferenced Defense, Homeland Security, Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies, and Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Bi...
United States Senate Committee on Appropriations
www.appropriations.senate.gov
January 20, 2026 at 3:55 PM
The conference (agreement between House and Senate) appropriations bill that includes HHS and NIH was released this morning.
www.appropriations.senate.gov/news/majorit...
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www.appropriations.senate.gov/news/majorit...
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Now for the money...
Overall, the budget is essentially flat.
The biggest winner is NINDS with a 5.9% increase. The biggest losers are NIEHS and NIDDK.
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Overall, the budget is essentially flat.
The biggest winner is NINDS with a 5.9% increase. The biggest losers are NIEHS and NIDDK.
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January 20, 2026 at 3:55 PM
Now for the money...
Overall, the budget is essentially flat.
The biggest winner is NINDS with a 5.9% increase. The biggest losers are NIEHS and NIDDK.
4/5
Overall, the budget is essentially flat.
The biggest winner is NINDS with a 5.9% increase. The biggest losers are NIEHS and NIDDK.
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"Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere..."
~ Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Letter from Birmingham, Alabama jail, April 16, 1963
Today and every day, let's remember that we are all connected and share a common destiny on this incredible ocean planet.
~ Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Letter from Birmingham, Alabama jail, April 16, 1963
Today and every day, let's remember that we are all connected and share a common destiny on this incredible ocean planet.
January 19, 2026 at 3:01 PM
"Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere..."
~ Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Letter from Birmingham, Alabama jail, April 16, 1963
Today and every day, let's remember that we are all connected and share a common destiny on this incredible ocean planet.
~ Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Letter from Birmingham, Alabama jail, April 16, 1963
Today and every day, let's remember that we are all connected and share a common destiny on this incredible ocean planet.
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Very important research to establish African ancestry cell lines! #Neuroskyence www.thetransmitter.org/cellular-neu...
Bringing African ancestry into cellular neuroscience
Two independent teams in Africa are developing stem cell lines and organoids from local populations to explore neurodevelopmental and neurodegenerative conditions.
www.thetransmitter.org
January 17, 2026 at 6:33 PM
Very important research to establish African ancestry cell lines! #Neuroskyence www.thetransmitter.org/cellular-neu...
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My specific experience is with NIH, but I’ll stand up and say it:
The people who work at NIH are together one of the great wonders of the world. US biomedical science, cancer cures, dementia research all are built on their talent and dedication.
The people who work at NIH are together one of the great wonders of the world. US biomedical science, cancer cures, dementia research all are built on their talent and dedication.
For some reason, very few people these days will stand up and say it, but: the US federal bureaucracy is one of the great wonders of the world, staffed with incredibly diligent people who do their jobs well and care deeply.
Trump's destruction of the federal apparaus was a historic crime.
Trump's destruction of the federal apparaus was a historic crime.
The Purged
Donald Trump’s destruction of the civil service is a tragedy not just for the roughly 300,000 workers who have been discarded, but for an entire nation.
www.theatlantic.com
January 18, 2026 at 7:29 PM
My specific experience is with NIH, but I’ll stand up and say it:
The people who work at NIH are together one of the great wonders of the world. US biomedical science, cancer cures, dementia research all are built on their talent and dedication.
The people who work at NIH are together one of the great wonders of the world. US biomedical science, cancer cures, dementia research all are built on their talent and dedication.
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The NIH's new multi-year funding plan will harm many institutions, scientists, and health outcomes.
Help us stop it! Call your representatives in the U.S. Congress!
#NIH
Help us stop it! Call your representatives in the U.S. Congress!
#NIH
At least prior to 2025, you could expect all years on your grant (barring major issues).
The main problem with MYF is the rapid transition absent an NIH budget increase. We can pay 4 grants for 1 year, or only 1 grant for 4 years. Under MYF, we can pay far fewer grants (1 instead of 4).
The main problem with MYF is the rapid transition absent an NIH budget increase. We can pay 4 grants for 1 year, or only 1 grant for 4 years. Under MYF, we can pay far fewer grants (1 instead of 4).
January 17, 2026 at 6:24 PM
The NIH's new multi-year funding plan will harm many institutions, scientists, and health outcomes.
Help us stop it! Call your representatives in the U.S. Congress!
#NIH
Help us stop it! Call your representatives in the U.S. Congress!
#NIH
Susanne, thank you for being an enthusiastic and insightful collaborator. Rest in peace. hub.jhu.edu/2026/01/08/s...
Susanne Sterbing, assistant research professor of Psychological and Brain Sciences, dies at 60
Sterbing was best known for her work comparing auditory and somatosensory systems of different species
hub.jhu.edu
January 12, 2026 at 12:25 PM
Susanne, thank you for being an enthusiastic and insightful collaborator. Rest in peace. hub.jhu.edu/2026/01/08/s...
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My lab is seeking a #postdoc for a 3-year project on Pilbara leaf-nosed #bat 🦇 conservation, addressing climate change vulnerability using physiological, ecological, & modelling approaches.
Apply now: murdoch.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/MurdochCaree...
Apply now: murdoch.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/MurdochCaree...
January 6, 2026 at 5:26 AM
My lab is seeking a #postdoc for a 3-year project on Pilbara leaf-nosed #bat 🦇 conservation, addressing climate change vulnerability using physiological, ecological, & modelling approaches.
Apply now: murdoch.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/MurdochCaree...
Apply now: murdoch.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/MurdochCaree...
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The district court injunction that prevented NIH from capping indirects at 15% was upheld today on appeal!
www.reuters.com/world/trump-...
www.reuters.com/world/trump-...
Trump administration cannot slash NIH research funding, court rules
District Judge Angel Kelley last year blocked the cuts, and on Monday the appeals court agreed.
www.reuters.com
January 6, 2026 at 1:09 AM
The district court injunction that prevented NIH from capping indirects at 15% was upheld today on appeal!
www.reuters.com/world/trump-...
www.reuters.com/world/trump-...
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If you work on corvid ecology, behaviour, cognition, or conservation, this might be useful for you 👇
I’ve just published CORVIDATA in Scientific Data 🐦
doi.org/10.1038/s415... (1/4)
I’ve just published CORVIDATA in Scientific Data 🐦
doi.org/10.1038/s415... (1/4)
CORVIDATA: A global dataset of morphology, ecology, sociality, and life-history in Corvidae - Scientific Data
Scientific Data - CORVIDATA: A global dataset of morphology, ecology, sociality, and life-history in Corvidae
doi.org
January 6, 2026 at 10:40 AM
If you work on corvid ecology, behaviour, cognition, or conservation, this might be useful for you 👇
I’ve just published CORVIDATA in Scientific Data 🐦
doi.org/10.1038/s415... (1/4)
I’ve just published CORVIDATA in Scientific Data 🐦
doi.org/10.1038/s415... (1/4)
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I am recruiting postbacs for my parakeet sociality and cognition project, ideally to start in Feb/Mar this year. Help spreading the word would be appreciated! More information and application link available here: ornithologyexchange.org/jobs/board/s...
January 6, 2026 at 4:29 PM
I am recruiting postbacs for my parakeet sociality and cognition project, ideally to start in Feb/Mar this year. Help spreading the word would be appreciated! More information and application link available here: ornithologyexchange.org/jobs/board/s...
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FASEB’s comments to OSTP on Accelerating the American Scientific Enterprise highlight approaches to grantmaking that provide support for shared research resources & early-career researchers, the use of gen AI in research, & identify regulatory burdens that hinder scientific progress. buff.ly/OIYSqB3
December 30, 2025 at 3:56 PM
FASEB’s comments to OSTP on Accelerating the American Scientific Enterprise highlight approaches to grantmaking that provide support for shared research resources & early-career researchers, the use of gen AI in research, & identify regulatory burdens that hinder scientific progress. buff.ly/OIYSqB3
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This has been a tough year for early career scientists including grad students.
If you had a professional success this year, no matter how small, share it with us so we can celebrate with you!
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If you had a professional success this year, no matter how small, share it with us so we can celebrate with you!
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December 30, 2025 at 3:44 PM
This has been a tough year for early career scientists including grad students.
If you had a professional success this year, no matter how small, share it with us so we can celebrate with you!
🧪
If you had a professional success this year, no matter how small, share it with us so we can celebrate with you!
🧪
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OSTP has issued a request for information, please share with them your ideas for how to improve government functions related to science funding and policy
www.federalregister.gov/documents/20...
www.federalregister.gov/documents/20...
Notice of Request for Information; Accelerating the American Scientific Enterprise
The Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) requests input from all interested parties on Federal policy updates that aim to accelerate the American scientific enterprise, enable groundbreaking...
www.federalregister.gov
December 23, 2025 at 10:56 PM
OSTP has issued a request for information, please share with them your ideas for how to improve government functions related to science funding and policy
www.federalregister.gov/documents/20...
www.federalregister.gov/documents/20...
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Must say, while interviews with established PIs with deep cuts to their funding are important, the principal and longest term effects are on the trainees. An entire generation wiped of confidence.
December 23, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Must say, while interviews with established PIs with deep cuts to their funding are important, the principal and longest term effects are on the trainees. An entire generation wiped of confidence.
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Deadline to publish summary statements for NIH grants has been extended from 30 days to 2/26 due to the shut down (=60 d).
If you are waiting for reviews to resubmit again in Cycle 1 you might be out off luck, review might come few days before or even after the deadline.
@jeremymberg.bsky.social
If you are waiting for reviews to resubmit again in Cycle 1 you might be out off luck, review might come few days before or even after the deadline.
@jeremymberg.bsky.social
December 23, 2025 at 7:35 PM
Deadline to publish summary statements for NIH grants has been extended from 30 days to 2/26 due to the shut down (=60 d).
If you are waiting for reviews to resubmit again in Cycle 1 you might be out off luck, review might come few days before or even after the deadline.
@jeremymberg.bsky.social
If you are waiting for reviews to resubmit again in Cycle 1 you might be out off luck, review might come few days before or even after the deadline.
@jeremymberg.bsky.social
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A new device inspired by the frog’s vocal sac can amplify and sense sound—showcasing its potential for acoustic heart monitoring.
Learn more in #ScienceAdvances: https://scim.ag/4aRVY7R
Learn more in #ScienceAdvances: https://scim.ag/4aRVY7R
Frog vocal sacs-inspired soft acoustic system with continuously tunable resonance for sound emission and stethoscopic sensing
Frog-inspired, soft, continuously tunable acoustics are designed for personalized voice and wearable auscultation.
scim.ag
December 23, 2025 at 7:14 PM
A new device inspired by the frog’s vocal sac can amplify and sense sound—showcasing its potential for acoustic heart monitoring.
Learn more in #ScienceAdvances: https://scim.ag/4aRVY7R
Learn more in #ScienceAdvances: https://scim.ag/4aRVY7R
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🧪📍🌊 🦑🍎 Marine Scientist Position – Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute (STRI), full-time, permanent Marine Scientist position based in Panama. Application review begins February 15, 2026 (open until filled). Early-career researchers are strongly encouraged to apply. www.stri.si.edu
Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute
The Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute was founded with the purpose of increasing and sharing knowledge about the past, present and future of tropical ecosystems and their relevance to human welf...
www.stri.si.edu
December 21, 2025 at 8:01 PM
🧪📍🌊 🦑🍎 Marine Scientist Position – Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute (STRI), full-time, permanent Marine Scientist position based in Panama. Application review begins February 15, 2026 (open until filled). Early-career researchers are strongly encouraged to apply. www.stri.si.edu
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As an SfN Early Career Policy Ambassador, you'll engage with Congress on science funding, develop advocacy expertise, lead initiatives at your institution, and connect with fellow #NeuroAdvocates!
Submit your application by Wednesday, January 7.
🔗 vist.ly/4jeg9
#neurosky #neuroskyence
Submit your application by Wednesday, January 7.
🔗 vist.ly/4jeg9
#neurosky #neuroskyence
December 22, 2025 at 2:59 PM
As an SfN Early Career Policy Ambassador, you'll engage with Congress on science funding, develop advocacy expertise, lead initiatives at your institution, and connect with fellow #NeuroAdvocates!
Submit your application by Wednesday, January 7.
🔗 vist.ly/4jeg9
#neurosky #neuroskyence
Submit your application by Wednesday, January 7.
🔗 vist.ly/4jeg9
#neurosky #neuroskyence
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Question for #neuroscience, #neuroskyence, #psychology #Linguistics, #SpeechScience, #CommunicationScience, #ChildLanguage researchers in #academicSky doing auditory stimulus presentation.
Do you have speakers you recommend for free-field auditory presentation? Extra points if you can say why!
Do you have speakers you recommend for free-field auditory presentation? Extra points if you can say why!
December 22, 2025 at 6:39 PM
Question for #neuroscience, #neuroskyence, #psychology #Linguistics, #SpeechScience, #CommunicationScience, #ChildLanguage researchers in #academicSky doing auditory stimulus presentation.
Do you have speakers you recommend for free-field auditory presentation? Extra points if you can say why!
Do you have speakers you recommend for free-field auditory presentation? Extra points if you can say why!
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New article in The Lancet on the NIH situation over the past year and into the future.
www.thelancet.com/action/showP...
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www.thelancet.com/action/showP...
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Grants under threat at the US National Institutes of Health
Changes to how research grants are assessed and awarded are undermining the world's
largest public funder of biomedical research. Washington Correspondent Susan Jaffe
reports.
www.thelancet.com
December 20, 2025 at 5:03 PM
New article in The Lancet on the NIH situation over the past year and into the future.
www.thelancet.com/action/showP...
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www.thelancet.com/action/showP...
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The one validated intervention to slow aging and extend healthspan is not for sale.
It's exercise.
sciencedirect.com/science/arti...
It's exercise.
sciencedirect.com/science/arti...
December 20, 2025 at 6:22 PM
The one validated intervention to slow aging and extend healthspan is not for sale.
It's exercise.
sciencedirect.com/science/arti...
It's exercise.
sciencedirect.com/science/arti...
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We found that as a result of the loss of more than 500 communications professionals, including website developers, hundreds of NIH-operated sites are now effectively frozen, failing to be maintained and growing more out of date every day.
December 22, 2025 at 7:28 PM
We found that as a result of the loss of more than 500 communications professionals, including website developers, hundreds of NIH-operated sites are now effectively frozen, failing to be maintained and growing more out of date every day.