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Lorna Young @drlornayoung.bsky.social · Nov 17

Hi ✋
🌟 Cancer Biologist | Lecturer | Dedicated to empowering others through education
🔬 Microscopy enthusiast
💡 ADHD is my superpower, fueling creativity & curiosity
🏃‍♀️ Lifelong athlete | Yoga instructor | Active in mind & body
🌍 Advocate for inclusivity & equity
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Dr Lorna Young | Science

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Lorna Young @drlornayoung.bsky.social · 13d

It's a privilege to be able to do marathons & I do not take this for granted.

Similarly I will no longer take the skin on my toes for granted 😀

Lorna Young @drlornayoung.bsky.social · 13d

Berlin Marathon - DONE 🤩 3rd major ✅

Although it was a PW, I don’t think I’ve ever felt prouder crossing a finish line. The heat on Sunday added an extra level of brutality 🔥

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Molecular & Clinical Cancer Medicine (MCCM) @livunicancer.bsky.social · 22d

As part of #postdocappreciationweek @livuni-ismib.bsky.social
postdocs can attend this networking event on 17th September. Sponsored by @proteintech.bsky.social

Please tell the excellent postdocs in your life 🤩

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Lorna Young @drlornayoung.bsky.social · 26d

I want to get better at this. Leadership roles interest me, but I worry my confidence + lack of verbal clarity will hold me back...

So I’d love to ask:

Have you ever taken public speaking/articulation workshops that made a difference?

What’s helped you build confidence in leading discussions?

Lorna Young @drlornayoung.bsky.social · 26d

I have little confidence in public speaking, especially if it’s less rehearsed. I feel exposed + like an imposter.

I judge my own Yorkshire accent as “weak” or “less intelligent.” Add ADHD “busy brain” → my communication feels less clear than I’d like

Lorna Young @drlornayoung.bsky.social · 26d

I had the privelage of presenting & leading a group discussion around making learning more inclusive for ADHD students (& basically everyone!)

Proud of myself, yet I notice how much I still struggle in these setting; chatting informally is fine, but “work” convos + public speaking feel harder

Lorna Young @drlornayoung.bsky.social · 26d

This week I attended my 1st Education Conference @biochemsoc.bsky.social Promoting Teaching Excellence in Biosciences Education

I loved the conf! It was great to hear from like-minded individuals, how we can make our education more accessible & sustainable (these were the 2 main themes)

Bluesky

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Molecular & Clinical Cancer Medicine (MCCM) @livunicancer.bsky.social · Sep 1

Welcome to September!

Tomorrow Tues 2nd September '25, 1-2pm

Dr Yuewei Xu (Academy of Pharmacy⭐️, XJTLU, China).

Presents "RNA splicing – gateway to cancer vulnerabilities"

Pharmacology Seminar Room – Sherrington Building (1st floor). Host: Professor Chris Goldring

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Lorna Young @drlornayoung.bsky.social · Aug 23

the french countryside (*) feeds my soul 😇
* in addition to lots of other places in serenity 😗

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Molecular & Clinical Cancer Medicine (MCCM) @livunicancer.bsky.social · Jul 30

We’re proud to invite you to ISMIB Pride 2025, a university-wide celebration of diversity, inclusion, and community — and you’re all welcome to join us!

31st July! @livuni-ismib.bsky.social

ISMIB PRIDE

A day of celebration, inclusion and PRIDE!!! Join us for drag queen bingo, grab a cake from our bake, come for a walk or do all three.

www.eventbrite.co.uk

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Molecular & Clinical Cancer Medicine (MCCM) @livunicancer.bsky.social · Jul 16

ISMIB seminar Thursday 17th July 1pm Physiology Seminar Room

Speaker: Prof Haguy Wolfenson

Title: Understanding and modulating cell fate decisions mediated by cell-ECM interactions

Host @bengoult.bsky.social

Lorna Young @drlornayoung.bsky.social · Jul 16

I started some #wedsnedaywonder posts
over on Linkedin a few months ago. Each Weds i post about something i've been randomly reflecting over that week. Most of it random musings from a busy mind 😛

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This Week’s Wednesday’s Wonder: Recognising a Weakness (importantly... | Lorna Young

This Week’s Wednesday’s Wonder: Recognising a Weakness (importantly... without judgement) Something I’ve been thinking about lately is the power of noticing your own patterns, especially the ones tha...

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Lorna Young @drlornayoung.bsky.social · Jul 2

www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle...

The first 10 minutes: why breaking your morning routine can ruin your day

Whether you have an ice bath, exercise or stick the kettle on first thing, a new study has found that any deviation from your usual schedule comes with consequences

www.theguardian.com

Lorna Young @drlornayoung.bsky.social · Jun 22

Ah, breathe!

The Lakes; the UK's best non-kept secret 🥰

Lorna Young @drlornayoung.bsky.social · Jun 4

Liverpool, is there anybody alive out there?! We are ready!!!!! #BRUUUCE

Lorna Young @drlornayoung.bsky.social · Jun 1

I cannot believe BRUUUUCE will be in Liverpool this week. I am READY!!! 🥹🥹🥹🥹

Lorna Young @drlornayoung.bsky.social · May 26

Born to run: Arne Slot says Springsteen and Salah can inspire a title repeat👏

www.theguardian.com/football/202...

Born to run: Arne Slot says Springsteen and Salah can inspire a title repeat

Arne Slot has said Liverpool’s players could take inspiration from Bruce Springsteen when they defend their Premier League title

www.theguardian.com

Lorna Young @drlornayoung.bsky.social · May 19

One thing that's made me happy today... absolutely nailing my custom Bruce merch (on a budget!)

Lorna Young @drlornayoung.bsky.social · May 19

#mindfulwealth #mentalfitness #mentalhealth

Lorna Young @drlornayoung.bsky.social · May 19

(Admittedly in my Mel Robins Fan Club era)

Challenge for the week.... each morning, look in the mirror, give yourself a high five, and tell yourself "today is going to be a great day"

Finish the day by writing down one thing that has brought you happiness from the day

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Lorna Young @drlornayoung.bsky.social · May 19

Lovely image!

Lorna Young @drlornayoung.bsky.social · May 18

This is getting serious, Bruce has now visited a restaurant in West YORKSHIRE & I only discovered after the fact.

PLEASE can someone keep me informed if they know anything about his UK whereabouts 😨 #springsteeninuk

Lorna Young @drlornayoung.bsky.social · May 17

(Don't tell anyone, this is Wales..🤫)

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Research@LivUni @livuniresearch.bsky.social · May 14

🍻🔬Pint of Science is back in Liverpool! Go along & hear top researchers share big ideas in a relaxed pub setting.

Info 👉 pintofscience.co.uk/events/liver...

#Pint24 #Liverpool

Pint of Science Liverpool

Researchers from the University of Liverpool share their discoveries with you.

pintofscience.co.uk

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