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Out to Innovate (formerly NOGLSTP) @outtoinnovate.bsky.social · Sep 8

(STEM). This non-renewing fellowship is a merit-based award, and the support provided is intended, broadly construed, for the recipient’s professional development. For more information about this award, point your web browser to www.outtoinnovate.or...
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Fellowships

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Out to Innovate (formerly NOGLSTP) @outtoinnovate.bsky.social · Sep 8

The Out to Innovate Career Development Fellowship, formerly known as the Ben Barres Fellowship, is a $2000-$5000 award for professional development of trans, intersex, and non-binary graduate students and post-doctoral fellows in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics
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Out to Innovate (formerly NOGLSTP) @outtoinnovate.bsky.social · Sep 8

I am deeply thankful to Out to Innovate for this incredible opportunity, and to the LGBTQIA2S+ scientists who came before me – whose perseverance has made it possible for me to pursue my dream of becoming a neuroscientist.”
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Out to Innovate (formerly NOGLSTP) @outtoinnovate.bsky.social · Sep 8

This fellowship provides an invaluable opportunity to grow professionally by attending a specialized workshop that will strengthen both my technical and science communication skills in the field of neurogenetics.
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Out to Innovate (formerly NOGLSTP) @outtoinnovate.bsky.social · Sep 8

Joe says: “I am both honored and grateful to be an Out to Innovate Fellow. In today’s political climate, it is empowering to have my gender identity recognized and celebrated.
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Out to Innovate (formerly NOGLSTP) @outtoinnovate.bsky.social · Sep 8

Joe just finished their 2nd year as graduate student at Northwestern University, where they study the genetic and molecular mechanisms underlying epilepsy and neurodevelopmental disorders (NDDs).

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Out to Innovate (formerly NOGLSTP) @outtoinnovate.bsky.social · Sep 8

Out to Innovate is pleased to announce that Joe Minton is the recipient of the 2025 Out to Innovate Career Development Fellowship.
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A photo of Joe Minton with a colorful background with geometric patterns and the text featured in the caption

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Out to Innovate (formerly NOGLSTP) @outtoinnovate.bsky.social · Jul 8

We plan to include a keynote address, plenary panels on essential topics, interactive workshops, networking opportunities to explore, strategies, and resources toward more inclusive, creative visions for participants careers and lives.

Save the date! Like and share with your networks!
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Out to Innovate (formerly NOGLSTP) @outtoinnovate.bsky.social · Jul 8

This is an opportunity to support one another, our LGBTQ+ communities, and the STEMM community—all of which are facing political attacks. We would love to see you there!

It is our intention that this summit will help to forge a path forward towards inclusion in STEMM.
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Out to Innovate (formerly NOGLSTP) @outtoinnovate.bsky.social · May 19

Our 2025 application cycle is now open for our #scholarships! If you, or a student you know, are #LGBTQ+ in a #STEM field, check out our different awards and their eligibility requirements. The portal closes July 7th. So apply today!

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Out to Innovate (formerly NOGLSTP) @outtoinnovate.bsky.social · Apr 30

Please join us and the @ucsusa.bsky.social in reaching out to your members of Congress to let them know how important it is to protect our democratic processes, STEM research, and LGBTQ+ people. Visit SaveScienceNow.org to learn more and get involved.
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You Need Science. Science Needs You.

Supporters of science across America are uniting with one voice to send this very simple message to our elected officials: You need science. Science needs you. #ScienceMatters

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Out to Innovate (formerly NOGLSTP) @outtoinnovate.bsky.social · Apr 30

As LGBTQ+ STEM professionals, our identities in both spheres have become targets for political attack. We know from firsthand experience how important our voices and visibility are in making positive change.
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Out to Innovate (formerly NOGLSTP) @outtoinnovate.bsky.social · Apr 26

Who are some lesbian/queer women in STEM you feel should be recognized for their research, education, and advocacy work? @arachnologynerd.bsky.social @500qs.bsky.social
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An image of Dr. Lauren Esposito in front of a shelf of sample jars with text below reading: "Dr. Lauren Esposito is a curator and chair of arachnology at the California Academy of Sciences. In 2018, Esposito founded 500 Queer Scientists. Out to Innovate’s 2019 Walt Westman Award winner."

An image of Dr. Devin Swiner sitting in a park with the text below reading: "Dr. Devin Swiner is a Senior Scientist at Merck and a board member of NOBCChE. She earned a PhD in chemistry at Ohio State University, studying methods for analyzing small molecules. In 2020, she helped found #BlackInChem"

An image of Dr. Nergis Mavalvala giving lecture with the text: "Dr. Mavalvala is professor of astrophysics at MIT where she had earned her doctorate. Her work includes researching detection of gravitational waves, optical cooling for lasers, and quantum states of light."

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Out to Innovate (formerly NOGLSTP) @outtoinnovate.bsky.social · Apr 26

Out to Innovate is celebrating #LesbianVisibilityWeek by spotlighting #queer #women in #STEM! This year, we're highlighting Drs. Devin Swiner, Lauren Esposito, Nergis Mavalvala, and Sally Ride for their incredible achievements in STEM and their efforts in advocacy for #LGBTQ+ and women's issues.
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C&EN (Chemical & Engineering News) @cenmag.bsky.social · Apr 16

The professional society @outtoinnovate.bsky.social has named its 2025 award winners, which include American Chemical Society member @drdre4000.bsky.social, who was awarded 2025 LGBTQ+ Educator of the Year. cen.acs.org/acs-news/And... #chemsky🧪

André Isaacs named 2025 LGBTQ+ Educator of the Year

Out to Innovate is recognizing the ACS member for his impact on students and sharing of chemistry with the public

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Out to Innovate (formerly NOGLSTP) @outtoinnovate.bsky.social · Apr 7

He was able to share this message with countries that do not view LGBTQ+ people as part of the diverse workforce they should support.

#STEM #Science #Technology #Engineering #Math #Research #ScienceNews #Advocacy
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Out to Innovate (formerly NOGLSTP) @outtoinnovate.bsky.social · Apr 7

Biden administration.

Koizumi is an openly gay man, and he was happy that his prominent role within the administration also provided opportunities for him to speak to his personal experience as a gay man and the significance of diversity in STEM education and workforce development.
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Out to Innovate (formerly NOGLSTP) @outtoinnovate.bsky.social · Apr 7

That path has led to him having a role in two presidential administrations, culminating in his position as the Principal Deputy for Science, Society and Policy after also serving as Chief of Staff and Acting Director at the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) during the
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Out to Innovate (formerly NOGLSTP) @outtoinnovate.bsky.social · Apr 7

In that class, Koizumi immediately recognized a link to his passions and experience that he had not expected. Koizumi had been educating himself in science policy since the mid-1980s through his work with ACT UP as they advocated for research funding to investigate HIV/AIDS.
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Out to Innovate (formerly NOGLSTP) @outtoinnovate.bsky.social · Apr 7

and the world. Koizumi had planned to study international affairs when he entered graduate school at George Washington University. Early in that program, he took a course in science and technology policy that changed the direction of his career.
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Out to Innovate (formerly NOGLSTP) @outtoinnovate.bsky.social · Apr 7

Out to Innovate is awarding Koizumi its Walt Westman Award in recognition of his service to Out to Innovate as a board member, event speaker, and organizational advisor; and in recognition of his public service in support of effective science and technology policy to benefit the United States
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Out to Innovate (formerly NOGLSTP) @outtoinnovate.bsky.social · Apr 7

His approach of balancing mechanistic studies with real-world applications is truly unique and distinguishes him from others,” said Cleo H. Ho, Toxicology Principal Research Scientist at Vertex.

#STEM #Science #Technology #Engineering #Math #Research #ScienceNews
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Out to Innovate (formerly NOGLSTP) @outtoinnovate.bsky.social · Apr 7

“Jeff’s scientific achievements show that he is an innovative researcher dedicated to not only understand the fundamental mechanisms underlying toxicity but also develop risk assessment tools and processes to gauge toxicity and hence provide safety guidance to drug discovery programs.
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Out to Innovate (formerly NOGLSTP) @outtoinnovate.bsky.social · Apr 7

Willy moved to Vertex Pharmaceuticals in 2018 and is currently their Senior Director of Toxicology and the Safety Site Head at their San Diego Research facility.
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Out to Innovate (formerly NOGLSTP) @outtoinnovate.bsky.social · Apr 7

Willy earned a PhD in Biochemistry & Molecular Biology from Indiana University School of Medicine, while working at Eli Lilly. Willy specialized in pharmaceutical toxicology and went on to lead a team focused on mechanistic toxicology, guiding the development of safer, more effective therapies.
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