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Stories of WiN @storiesofwin.bsky.social · 55m

🚨REGISTRATION IS OPEN!🚨

We're so excited to host our first-ever, in-person event! Join us for panel discussions, a keynote address, and the opportunity to meet many amazing women in Neuroscience💜

Please register to attend by November 1st:
docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

We can't wait!

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Megan Kirchgessner, PhD @megkirch.bsky.social · 7d

Loved @drnancypadilla.bsky.social ‘s interview with a scientist i greatly admire, @constantinoplelab.bsky.social, and had the pleasure of writing her profile!! Especially enjoyed/appreciated the discussion of the ups and downs of the postdoc years *no reason*

Stories of WiN @storiesofwin.bsky.social · 8d

Our next profile is here! Dr. Christine Constantinople studies the neural mechanisms of decision-making. Follow the link below to learn more! 🧠

www.storiesofwin.org/profiles/202...

#StoriesOfWiN #WomenInNeuro

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Stories of WiN @storiesofwin.bsky.social · 8d

Our next profile is here! Dr. Christine Constantinople studies the neural mechanisms of decision-making. Follow the link below to learn more! 🧠

www.storiesofwin.org/profiles/202...

#StoriesOfWiN #WomenInNeuro

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Nancy Padilla-Coreano @drnancypadilla.bsky.social · 19d

The NSF GRFP is an amazing opportunity for students in the first two years of a PhD or those applying to a PhD right now.

Below, check out our special episode with advice for both applicants and those who write letters of support!! 🧐

Please help us spread the word 📢

Stories of WiN @storiesofwin.bsky.social · 20d

Submitting an NSF GRFP soon? Check out our special episode on how to structure your essays and letters, and common mistakes to avoid! #NSF

www.storiesofwin.org/profiles/202...

NSF GRFP advice — Stories of WiN

In this special episode of Stories of WiN we provide advice for students preparing a Graduate Research Fellowship Program application funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF-GRFP).

www.storiesofwin.org

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Stories of WiN @storiesofwin.bsky.social · 20d

Submitting an NSF GRFP soon? Check out our special episode on how to structure your essays and letters, and common mistakes to avoid! #NSF

www.storiesofwin.org/profiles/202...

NSF GRFP advice — Stories of WiN

In this special episode of Stories of WiN we provide advice for students preparing a Graduate Research Fellowship Program application funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF-GRFP).

www.storiesofwin.org

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Emily S. Cross @escross.bsky.social · 21d

It was truly lovely to speak with the awesome team behind @storiesofwin.bsky.social ! Thanks so much for giving me this opportunity to share my story, gals! 💞🧠💃🤖

Stories of WiN @storiesofwin.bsky.social · 22d

Our next profile is here! Dr. Emily Cross (@escross.bsky.social) studies human neuroscience, arts, and social robotics. Follow the link below to learn more!

www.storiesofwin.org/profiles/202...

#StoriesOfWiN #WomenInNeuroscience

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Stories of WiN @storiesofwin.bsky.social · 22d

Our next profile is here! Dr. Emily Cross (@escross.bsky.social) studies human neuroscience, arts, and social robotics. Follow the link below to learn more!

www.storiesofwin.org/profiles/202...

#StoriesOfWiN #WomenInNeuroscience

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Nancy Padilla-Coreano @drnancypadilla.bsky.social · Aug 26

This interview is an absolute delight!! Don't miss it. From how Dr. Rust got started in neuroscience to her recent research topic shifts and book!

And if you haven't yet filled out this super short form about our first symposium please do: storiesofwin.org/win-symposiu...

Stories of WiN @storiesofwin.bsky.social · Aug 22

Our latest profile is here! Dr. Nicole Rust (@nicolecrust.bsky.social) studies the neural representations of mood & has recently published a book about new ways we can conduct neuroscience research to better undersand mental illness. Learn more below:

www.storiesofwin.org/profiles/202...

Dr. Nicole Rust — Stories of WiN

studies the neural representations of mood and has recently published a book about new ways we can conduct neuroscience research to better undersand mental illness.

www.storiesofwin.org

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Stories of WiN @storiesofwin.bsky.social · Sep 4

Our latest profile is here! Dr. Suelyn Koerich studies the cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying Alzheimers Disease. Learn more at the link below!

www.storiesofwin.org/profiles/202...

#StoriesOfWiN #WomenInNeuroscience

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Nicole Rust @nicolecrust.bsky.social · Aug 22

Reflecting on my journey with @mfranch.bsky.social, from how I chose my mentors and topics (excitement!), what inspired me to write a book (befuddlement) & then shift to mood research (opportunity). Also: how I interpret my own emotions (lean in). Thanks for having me, @storiesofwin.bsky.social!

Stories of WiN @storiesofwin.bsky.social · Aug 22

Our latest profile is here! Dr. Nicole Rust (@nicolecrust.bsky.social) studies the neural representations of mood & has recently published a book about new ways we can conduct neuroscience research to better undersand mental illness. Learn more below:

www.storiesofwin.org/profiles/202...

Dr. Nicole Rust — Stories of WiN

studies the neural representations of mood and has recently published a book about new ways we can conduct neuroscience research to better undersand mental illness.

www.storiesofwin.org

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Stories of WiN @storiesofwin.bsky.social · Aug 22

Our latest profile is here! Dr. Nicole Rust (@nicolecrust.bsky.social) studies the neural representations of mood & has recently published a book about new ways we can conduct neuroscience research to better undersand mental illness. Learn more below:

www.storiesofwin.org/profiles/202...

Dr. Nicole Rust — Stories of WiN

studies the neural representations of mood and has recently published a book about new ways we can conduct neuroscience research to better undersand mental illness.

www.storiesofwin.org

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catie profaci, phd @cprofaci.bsky.social · Aug 17

Hard to choose from >150 profiles! One that always sticks out is Huda Akil (ep 19)- www.storiesofwin.org/profiles/202.... & some of my fave interview convos I’ve had are w @osmanaya.bsky.social (ep 58)- www.storiesofwin.org/profiles/202... & Sally Temple (ep 73)- www.storiesofwin.org/profiles/202...

Nicole Rust @nicolecrust.bsky.social · Aug 17

What are your favorite @storiesofwin.bsky.social?

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Megan Kirchgessner, PhD @megkirch.bsky.social · Aug 17

Thanks to Nicole for the highlight!! 🥹 this has been such a rewarding a labor of love for the last 6 (!!) years with @cprofaci.bsky.social and @drnancypadilla.bsky.social and our whole team of amazing volunteers!!! Always grateful to hear that it’s reaching a wider audience and having some impact ❤️

Nicole Rust @nicolecrust.bsky.social · Aug 17

Let’s talk @storiesofwin.bsky.social. I’m flattered to be among their profiles (coming soon) & I want to elevate the team behind this terrific effort. /1

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Stories of WiN

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Nicole Rust @nicolecrust.bsky.social · Aug 17

Let’s talk @storiesofwin.bsky.social. I’m flattered to be among their profiles (coming soon) & I want to elevate the team behind this terrific effort. /1

www.storiesofwin.org

Stories of WiN

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Emily G. Jacobs @emilyjacobs.bsky.social · Aug 7

Thank you WiN. Keep telling these stories. They matter now more than ever ❤️

Stories of WiN @storiesofwin.bsky.social · Aug 6

Our latest profile just dropped! Dr. Emily Jacobs (‪@emilyjacobs.bsky.social‬) studies how hormonal fluctuations influence the brain. Follow the link below to listen to the full interview!

www.storiesofwin.org/profiles/202...

#WomenInNeuroscience #StoriesOfWiN

Dr. Emily Jacobs — Stories of WiN

studies how hormonal fluctuations influence the brain

www.storiesofwin.org

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Meenakshi Asokan @meenakshiasokan.bsky.social · Aug 6

Excited to share this profile + interview with Dr. Emily Jacobs! Amazing work on human precision brain imaging across hormonal fluctuations, and such an inspiring story! I had such a great time interviewing her!

Stories of WiN @storiesofwin.bsky.social · Aug 6

Our latest profile just dropped! Dr. Emily Jacobs (‪@emilyjacobs.bsky.social‬) studies how hormonal fluctuations influence the brain. Follow the link below to listen to the full interview!

www.storiesofwin.org/profiles/202...

#WomenInNeuroscience #StoriesOfWiN

Dr. Emily Jacobs — Stories of WiN

studies how hormonal fluctuations influence the brain

www.storiesofwin.org

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Stories of WiN @storiesofwin.bsky.social · Aug 6

Our latest profile just dropped! Dr. Emily Jacobs (‪@emilyjacobs.bsky.social‬) studies how hormonal fluctuations influence the brain. Follow the link below to listen to the full interview!

www.storiesofwin.org/profiles/202...

#WomenInNeuroscience #StoriesOfWiN

Dr. Emily Jacobs — Stories of WiN

studies how hormonal fluctuations influence the brain

www.storiesofwin.org

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Nancy Padilla-Coreano @drnancypadilla.bsky.social · Jul 29

We are so thrilled for this first Stories of WiN in-person event. We are gaging interest of topics to discuss and the demand for an online streaming option. Please fill out the form if you want to provide feedback on this. If you are all in no matter what, just save the date!!

Stories of WiN @storiesofwin.bsky.social · Jul 29

✨EXCITING NEWS!✨We're hosting our first ever, in-person event! Join us immediately before #SFN for a keynote, panel discussions, networking & more! Interested in attending? Fill out the form below:

docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Nov 15 | 9am-1pm | Tata Hall at UCSD
Help us spread the word!

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Megan Kirchgessner, PhD @megkirch.bsky.social · Jul 29

It’s finally happening 🥹 save the date for our very first in-person event!! Fill out our interest form if you’ll be in SD for #sfn25 or otherwise, or fill it out even if you won’t be able to make it - we’re also gathering interest in a virtual streaming option!! Stay tuned for more details to come!!

Stories of WiN @storiesofwin.bsky.social · Jul 29

✨EXCITING NEWS!✨We're hosting our first ever, in-person event! Join us immediately before #SFN for a keynote, panel discussions, networking & more! Interested in attending? Fill out the form below:

docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Nov 15 | 9am-1pm | Tata Hall at UCSD
Help us spread the word!

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catie profaci, phd @cprofaci.bsky.social · Jul 29

We at @storiesofwin.bsky.social have dreamt of hosting an in-person event for years… and it’s finally happening!!!! 🧠💕

Fill out the interest form even if you won’t be in SD for SfN—we’re gauging interest in a virtual option too!

Stories of WiN @storiesofwin.bsky.social · Jul 29

✨EXCITING NEWS!✨We're hosting our first ever, in-person event! Join us immediately before #SFN for a keynote, panel discussions, networking & more! Interested in attending? Fill out the form below:

docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Nov 15 | 9am-1pm | Tata Hall at UCSD
Help us spread the word!

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Stories of WiN @storiesofwin.bsky.social · Jul 29

✨EXCITING NEWS!✨We're hosting our first ever, in-person event! Join us immediately before #SFN for a keynote, panel discussions, networking & more! Interested in attending? Fill out the form below:

docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Nov 15 | 9am-1pm | Tata Hall at UCSD
Help us spread the word!

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Megan Kirchgessner, PhD @megkirch.bsky.social · Jul 25

Honored to have written this profile on an outstanding scientist @sahbabesh.bsky.social , check her out!!

Stories of WiN @storiesofwin.bsky.social · Jul 23

We're excited to share our latest profile! Dr. Sahba Besharati (@sahbabesh.bsky.social) studies self-consciousness, emotion and social cognition. Follow the link below to learn more!

#StoriesOfWiN #WomenInNeuroscience

www.storiesofwin.org/profiles/202...

Dr. Sahba Besharati — Stories of WiN

studies self-conciousness, emotion and social cognition

www.storiesofwin.org

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Stories of WiN @storiesofwin.bsky.social · Jul 23

We're excited to share our latest profile! Dr. Sahba Besharati (@sahbabesh.bsky.social) studies self-consciousness, emotion and social cognition. Follow the link below to learn more!

#StoriesOfWiN #WomenInNeuroscience

www.storiesofwin.org/profiles/202...

Dr. Sahba Besharati — Stories of WiN

studies self-conciousness, emotion and social cognition

www.storiesofwin.org

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Stories of WiN @storiesofwin.bsky.social · Jul 21

Calling all early-career researchers!! @thetransmitter.bsky.social & @neuromatch.bsky.social want to know: what kinds of resources do early-career researchers need? Share you thoughts anonymously at the link below:

www.thetransmitter.org/early-career...

What kinds of support do early-career researchers need?

Help The Transmitter and Neuromatch bolster the next generation of neuroscientists.

www.thetransmitter.org

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Abhilasha Joshi, PhD @rhythmicspikes.bsky.social · Jul 14

Another great conversation @storiesofwin.bsky.social 👏🏽😍

This podcast has become one of my main ways to learn about #interesting questions in #neuroscience 🤓. I also really like how most profiles are so different from each other and different people’s journeys are!

#neuroscience

Stories of WiN @storiesofwin.bsky.social · Jun 26

Our next profile is here! Dr. Melissa Caras studies the neurophysiological mechanisms of auditory perceptual learning. Follow the link to listen and learn more!

www.storiesofwin.org/profiles/202...

#WomenInNeuroscience #StoriesOfWiN

Dr. Melissa Caras — Stories of WiN

studies the neurophysiological mechanisms of auditory perceptual learning.

www.storiesofwin.org

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