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International Society of Psychiatric Genetics @ispg.bsky.social · 28d

Grant Writing Workshop (WCPG-PGC) Mon 20 Oct 2025 17:00
90-minute workshop
Attendance by application/invitation only. A ticket shows that your application has been received. It doesn't guarantee you'll be successful in being awarded a place at the event
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International Society of Psychiatric Genetics @ispg.bsky.social · 29d

Next Members' Meetup 24 Sept 10 AM ET

The Stigma Reduction Interest Group surveyed >120 ISPG members about stigma related to mental health conditions and how to address it. They will share the outcomes of the survey and stimulate a discussion. Join us! us06web.zoom.us/j/8449325356...

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International Society of Psychiatric Genetics @ispg.bsky.social · Aug 29

In observance of Labor Day, our office will be closed on Monday, September 1st. We will resume regular business hours on Tuesday, September 2nd We wish you a wonderful holiday weekend.

International Society of Psychiatric Genetics @ispg.bsky.social · Aug 25

We’ve received a record number of Peter McGuffin Scholarship applicants!

Our goal: $5,000

So far, thanks to the generosity of members like you, we’ve raised $1,100.

Donate today and help us to continue to be a community of lifting others up.

Donate: ispg.net/portal-2/don...

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International Society of Psychiatric Genetics @ispg.bsky.social · Aug 18

We’ve received a record number of Peter McGuffin Scholarship applicants!

Our goal: $5,000

So far, thanks to the generosity of members like you, we’ve raised $1,100.

Donate today and help us to continue to be a community of lifting others up.

Donate: ispg.net/portal-2/don...

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International Society of Psychiatric Genetics @ispg.bsky.social · Jul 22

Peter McGuffin Memorial Scholarship

This donor funded scholarship helps ISPG cover registration and travel cost for eligible applicants with attendance to the WCPG 2025 meeting, depending on available funds.

Apply now: forms.office.com/r/HtP8jYjMcR
Donate now: ispg.net/peter-mcguff...

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International Society of Psychiatric Genetics @ispg.bsky.social · Jul 17

Early Bird Rate Ends Today!
Deadline: July 17, 2025

Register Now: ispg.societyconference.com/v2/#card/reg...

International Society of Psychiatric Genetics @ispg.bsky.social · Jul 16

Equitable Collaboration between researchers from high-income countries & LMICs is vital for delivering progress benefiting everyone

Our EPPP & IDEA Committees produced a consensus report w/ key considerations & strategies for planning, implementing, & disseminating research:
doi.org/10.1002/ajmg...

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International Society of Psychiatric Genetics @ispg.bsky.social · Jul 16

Early Bird Rate Ends Tomorrow!
Deadline: July 17, 2025

Register Now: ispg.societyconference.com/v2/#card/reg...

International Society of Psychiatric Genetics @ispg.bsky.social · Jul 14

🧬 Royalton Splash Riviera Cancun Discounted Rates for WCPG 2025
EXTENDED to 19 August 2025

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International Society of Psychiatric Genetics @ispg.bsky.social · Jul 10

ONE WEEK LEFT - Hear from distinguished plenary speakers, leading experts in genetics, neuroscience, & psychiatry!

Early Bird Rates End July 17

Discounted Rates on Hotel End July 19, 2025

Register Now: ispg.societyconference.com/v2/#card/reg...
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International Society of Psychiatric Genetics @ispg.bsky.social · Jul 9

Visit our Site to Learn More About Our WCPG 2025 Plenary Speakers: ispg.net/plenary-spea...

International Society of Psychiatric Genetics @ispg.bsky.social · Jul 4

🎆 Happy Fourth of July to our members in the USA! Wishing you a joyful and safe Independence Day celebration. Please Note: Our office will be closed on Friday, July 4th, in observance of the holiday. 🎆

International Society of Psychiatric Genetics @ispg.bsky.social · Jun 26

Starting NOW! ISPG Members' Meetup: Navigating the Funding Landscape

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International Society of Psychiatric Genetics @ispg.bsky.social · Jun 25

Join Us TOMORROW! ISPG Members' Meetup: June 26th at 1:00 PM EDT

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International Society of Psychiatric Genetics @ispg.bsky.social · Jun 24

Starting Now! ISPG/PGC Joint Community Zoom Call

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International Society of Psychiatric Genetics @ispg.bsky.social · Jun 23

ISPG/PGC Joint Community Zoom Call: Tuesday, June 24th at 11:00 am EDT

Join Zoom Meeting
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*Community calls are NOT recorded

International Society of Psychiatric Genetics @ispg.bsky.social · Jun 19

ISPG Members' Meetup: Join Us June 26th, 2025 at 1:00 pm EDT

Zoom Link: us06web.zoom.us/j/8906212079...

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International Society of Psychiatric Genetics @ispg.bsky.social · Jun 18

🌍 Join us for a 1-hour panel featuring researchers discussing how they navigate diverse funding landscapes in psychiatric genetics.

💡 Hear success strategies, regional insights, and tips for building collaborative projects.
🗣️ 30 mins of expert insights + 30 mins of live Q&A!

#PsychiatricGenetics

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International Society of Psychiatric Genetics @ispg.bsky.social · Jun 17

🎉 The Wait is Over! 🎉

🗓️ The LIVE Schedule is Now Available!
Registered attendees can now explore the full program and start planning their personalized itinerary.
👉 Click the link ispg.societyconference.com/conf/#sessio... to dive into the schedule and make the most of your conference experience!

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International Society of Psychiatric Genetics @ispg.bsky.social · Jun 12

Renew Your ISPG Membership Dues for the 2025 calendar year! Your membership will be effective through December 31, 2025

Login at www.ispg.net. Click the "Membership" tab and proceed to the "Member Portal" to log into your account.

Contact the ISPG Executive Office at [email protected] with questions!

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International Society of Psychiatric Genetics @ispg.bsky.social · Jun 2

WCPG 2025 Oral/Poster Submissions, ECIP and Honorific Award applications and nominations are CLOSING 5 June 2025.

Submit Today!

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International Society of Psychiatric Genetics @ispg.bsky.social · Jun 2

Happening Today! Join us at 11 AM ET for the latest ISPG Members' Meet-Up with expert speaker Dr. Margit Burmeister. Topic: "What can you learn, and what can go wrong with direct-to-consumer (DTC) genetic testing?" Zoom link: us06web.zoom.us/j/8258793942...

#ISPG #PsychiatricGenetics

International Society of Psychiatric Genetics @ispg.bsky.social · May 28

Peter McGuffin Memorial Scholarship This scholarship supports researchers with financial need to attend WCPG. Donations can be made as you register for the congress or type “Peter McGuffin Memorial Scholarship” in the donation notes. Interested Applicants Apply Here: ispg.net/peter-mcguff... #WCPG25

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International Society of Psychiatric Genetics @ispg.bsky.social · May 23

One Week to Go! Join us for the next ISPG Members' Meet-Up on June 2 at 11 AM ET featuring geneticist Dr. Margit Burmeister. Don’t miss this insightful session exploring both the promises and pitfalls of DTC testing. Zoom link: us06web.zoom.us/j/8258793942...

#ISPG #PsychiatricGenetics

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