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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 · 7d

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 · 18d

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 · 19d

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 · 21d

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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Ofer Yizhar @oyiz.bsky.social · 26d

Excited to share our latest paper - now out in @science.org - we showed how oxytocin modulates maternally-directed behavior in young mice (P15).

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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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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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Megan Kirchgessner, PhD @megkirch.bsky.social · Aug 10

Prospective grads and postdocs interested in auditory-guided behaviors should join @njaudette.bsky.social ‘s lab!! Check him out!

Nick Audette (He/His) @njaudette.bsky.social · Aug 1

The lab is growing! Our team is seeking talented scientists to study flexible sensory processing. We design freely-moving and head-fixed acoustic behaviors alongside acute and wireless neural recordings. PD and grad roles available

Please help spread the word 🙏🧠🎵🐭

neurojobs.sfn.org/job/38911/po...

Postdoctoral Neuroscience Researcher - Storrs Mansfield, Connecticut job with Audette Lab, University of Connecticut | 38911

Fully funded postdoctoral research position studying context-dependent sensory processing in the mouse motor and auditory thalamus and cortex.

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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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Melissa Cooper, PhD @melcooperphd.bsky.social · Jul 22

Now on bioRxiv! Astrocytes in one brain region (cyan) communicate in expansive networks (magenta). Through tool development, tissue clearing, and many hours on our @zeiss-microscopy.bsky.social Z1, we now know these networks are repeatable across mice, plastic, and specific.
doi.org/10.1101/2025...

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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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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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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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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.

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Stories of WiN @storiesofwin.bsky.social · Jul 9

New profile! Dr. Sarah Heilbronner (@srheilbronner.bsky.social‬) uses cutting-edge neuroanatomical and neuroimaging techniques to decipher the wiring diagram of the primate brain. Follow the link below to learn more!

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

#StoriesOfWiN #WomenInNeuroscience

Dr. Sarah Heilbronner — Stories of WiN

uses cutting-edge neuroanatomical and neuroimaging techniques to decipher the wiring diagram of the primate brain

www.storiesofwin.org

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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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Shane Liddelow @liddelowsa.bsky.social · Jun 15

Calling all Neuroscience postdocs! 🧠 Share your research through SPiNES (Seminars from Postdocs in Neuroscience: Extramural Series) from the NYUGSoM Department of Neuroscience. Applications close 08/20/25. Apply today! 👉 nyumc.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
#Neuroscience #Postdoc #ResearchOpportunity

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Stories of WiN @storiesofwin.bsky.social · Jun 12

Our latest profile is here! Dr. Sasha Fulton (‪@sashalfulton.bsky.social‬) studies cellular mechanisms of peripheral nerve damage repair and regeneration. Follow the link below to listen and learn more!

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

#StoriesOfWiN #WomenInNeuroscience

Dr. Sasha Fulton — Stories of WiN

studies cellular mechanisms of peripheral nerve damage repair and regeneration

www.storiesofwin.org

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Stories of WiN @storiesofwin.bsky.social · Jun 2

Special Episode! Didn't get into your dream grad program? Don't give up! Colors of the Brain (@colorsofthebrain.bsky.social) co-founder Dr. Maribel Patino (‪@maribel-patino.bsky.social‬) shares tips to strengthen your application #AcademicTwitter #GradSchoolTips

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

Didn't get into grad school, what now? — Stories of WiN

Dr. Maribel Patino, co-Founder of Colors of the Brain, about what to do if you didn’t get into grad school

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Stories of WiN @storiesofwin.bsky.social · May 28

We're excited to share our latest profile! Dr. Daniela Popa studies studies the role of the cerebellum in motor and emotional functions. Follow the link below to learn more!

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

#StoriesOfWin #WomenInNeuroscience #WomenInNeuro

Dr. Daniela Popa — Stories of WiN

studies studies the role of the cerebellum in motor and emotional functions.

www.storiesofwin.org

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Leading Edge Fellows Program @leadingedgeprogram.bsky.social · May 27

We are thrilled to announce the 2025 Leading Edge Fellows! 40 outstanding postdoctoral fellows doing pioneering research in a wide range of biological and biomedical disciplines.

Learn more about these exceptional scientists:

www.leadingedgesymposium.org/fellows

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Matteo Carandini @carandinilab.net · May 17

Sad news from @hhmi.org. Canceling a grant for junior scientists, after they toiled on their applications. With all the crap that is happening. To focus on existing grantees, who are least affected by the NIH meltdown. With an endowment of $22bn, shouldn't the next generation be the top priority??

Gabby Scher, PhD @gabbyscher.bsky.social · May 16

Finding out HHMI is canceling the Hanna H. Gray Fellows competition is heartbreaking. Especially since if they decide to hold it next year, I’ll no longer be eligible

Email from HHMI. Subject is: [External] Update on the 2025 Hanna H. Gray Fellows Competition.
Gray box says: Some people who received this message don’t often get email (the a red cross out of the email) why this is important.
Email reads: Dear HGF Applicant:

I am writing to share that HHMI has made the difficult decision to pause all competitions as we work to ensure continued support for our scientists at a challenging moment for science and science funding. This means that we are not proceeding with the 2025 Hanna H. Gray Fellows Competition.

We received hundreds of thoughtful and inspiring applications, reaffirming the importance of supporting early career scientists through the transition from postdoc to faculty. We thank you for the time, effort, and care you put into your application materials.

Bests,
Leslie

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Megan Kirchgessner, PhD @megkirch.bsky.social · May 14

A very special 150th episode - I got to interview the one-and-only Eve Marder! Check it out to learn more about her life and science, and highly recommend listening to the interview to hear her many fabulous stories and her words of wisdom, my personal favorite being about how she found her ‘voice’

Stories of WiN @storiesofwin.bsky.social · May 14

Check out our latest profile! Dr. Eve Marder studies the stability and flexibility of neural circuit function. Follow the link below to learn more!

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

#StoriesofWiN #WomenInNeuroscience #WomenInNeuro

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Stories of WiN @storiesofwin.bsky.social · May 1

Our latest profile is here! Dr. Stephanie Correa studies how reproductive hormones regulate development and neural circuits for temperature and energy balance. Click the link below to listen and learn more!

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

#StoriesOfWiN #WomenInNeuroscience

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Erica Rodriguez, PhD @ericarodriguez.bsky.social · Apr 16

So grateful to have @storiesofwin.bsky.social's @mfranch.bsky.social interview me & Sheila Steiner for putting together this write up! I had really fun talking about my science journey. I want to note that this journey had a little help from multiple NIH-diversity programs (MARC, F31, & MOSAIC).

Stories of WiN @storiesofwin.bsky.social · Apr 16

Check out our latest profile! Dr. Erica Rodriguez (@ericarodriguez.bsky.social) studies how emotions and social interactions influence sensory processing. To listen and learn more, follow the link below:

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

#StoriesOfWin #WomenInNeuroscience

Dr. Erica Rodriguez — Stories of WiN

studies how emotions and social interactions influence sensory processing

www.storiesofwin.org

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