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BioTechniques @biotechniques.bsky.social · 23d

How do we build a more equitable STEM community? 💡

In the latest STEM Tea podcast episode, @phdgprotein86.bsky.social is joined by Alberto "Beto" Vasquez from @ucsandiego.bsky.social to discuss mentoring students from underserved communities >>> www.biotechniques.com/podcasts/ste... 🧪

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BioTechniques @biotechniques.bsky.social · 20d

What does it mean to ‘lift while you climb’? 🧗🏾‍♀️

In the latest STEM Tea podcast with @phdgprotein86.bsky.social, Clintoria Williams, co-founder of Black in Physiology, shares her insights on impactful mentorship and leading with your 'why'.

Listen here >>> www.biotechniques.com/podcasts/ste... 🧪

STEM Tea | Impact and sustainability in mentorship

In this episode, Clintoria Williams shares her journey in mentorship, discusses balancing life and work, and highlights the mission of Black in Physiology.

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Allen Institute @alleninstitute.org · Dec 19

Meet our 2024 cohort of Next Generation Leaders! For the next 3 years, they will network with other rising stars, participate in professional development, and share their ideas for future research directions.

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Sonya Neal @neal-lab.bsky.social · Dec 19

Time to celebrate for Neal lab
members and @bummpucsd.bsky.social!
Everyone delivered amazing talks, workshops and poster presentations at @ascbiology.bsky.social 🎉🎉Until next year!

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Derek Applewhite @applewhitederek.bsky.social · Dec 18

@ajdiazphd.bsky.social @stephgupton.bsky.social @channyskye.bsky.social @neal-lab.bsky.social @omqu.bsky.social

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Derek Applewhite @applewhitederek.bsky.social · Dec 18

Every year I am reminded of how incredible the Cell Biology community is at ASCB.

A group of cell biologist enjoying themselves at a bar.

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Laura M. K. Dassama @lmkdassama.bsky.social · Dec 18

Introducing Dr. @jonathanccc-chem.bsky.social, the first PhD from the Dassama Lab! I am very proud of the broad and deep undertakings that formed Jonathan's thesis! Some highlights are in the comments. Many congrats to the doc!!

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Mark Peifer (He, him) @peiferlabunc.bsky.social · Dec 19

@cbmoens.bsky.social Welcome! Follow lots of people --that's how this place works!

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Stephanie Gupton @stephgupton.bsky.social · Dec 19

24 years later and still the annual ASCB meeting is some of the best science and best reunions of the year. @ascbiology.bsky.social @applewhitederek.bsky.social @omqu.bsky.social @klukasik.bsky.social @chrisho.bsky.social @channyskye.bsky.social

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Samira Musah @stemcellengineer.bsky.social · Dec 19

Final #MusahLab publication of 2024 is here, open access! We explore epigenetics in hypertensive nephropathy, a major contributor to kidney disease & rising healthcare cost. Congratulations to PhD students/coauthors Yize Zhang, Hamidreza Arzaghi, Zhehan Ma, & Yasmin Roye! tiny.cc/epigenHN

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Antentor “AJ” Hinton Jr @phdgprotein86.bsky.social · Dec 18

I had an excellent time !

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Dr. Arnaldo Díaz @ajdiazphd.bsky.social · Dec 18

@applewhitederek.bsky.social @cterminiphd.bsky.social @neal-lab.bsky.social @phdgprotein86.bsky.social @omqu.bsky.social @channyskye.bsky.social

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Dr. Arnaldo Díaz @ajdiazphd.bsky.social · Dec 18

Blessed with a community of brilliant scientists, pioneering leaders, and committed individuals paving a path for others to follow. May each of you continue to shine brightly; your light is leaving a significant mark.

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Angeline J. Dukes, PhD @heydrdukes.bsky.social · Dec 18

My live radio interview on MPR News ✨

www.mprnews.org/episode/2024...

Screenshot of an instagram post by MPR
news that has a photo of Dr. Angeline Dukes smiling with a 30 Under 30 chocolate cake. The headline reads U of M neuroscience assistant professor makes Forbes 30 under 30 list for her work in empowering Black scholars. The post is liked by over 7,000 people.

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Sonya Neal @neal-lab.bsky.social · Dec 18

The Wiley Press dinner at #CellBio2024 was impeccable! Thank you EIC Alexander Hutchinson and @phdgprotein86.bsky.social for bringing us all together for an unforgettable night!

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Flora Rutaganira @frutag33.bsky.social · Dec 2

As #BlueSci grows, let’s remember to amplify the voices that are historically suppressed and create inclusive spaces. I’ve created two lists for you to find Black Scientists here:

bsky.app/profile/did:...

bsky.app/profile/did:...

I’m happy to promote more, just comment!

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Flora Rutaganira @frutag33.bsky.social · Dec 17

Dr. AJ Hinton, inter-organelle (mitochondria+ER) molecular communication expert, faculty at Vandy, and creator of the 1000 Inspiring Black Scientists list is now on BlueSky @phdgprotein86.bsky.social. Follow for the latest research in his lab and stay inspired!

Flora Rutaganira @frutag33.bsky.social · Dec 2

As #BlueSci grows, let’s remember to amplify the voices that are historically suppressed and create inclusive spaces. I’ve created two lists for you to find Black Scientists here:

bsky.app/profile/did:...

bsky.app/profile/did:...

I’m happy to promote more, just comment!

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Hanieh Falahati @haniehfalahati.bsky.social · Dec 16

This #EM_Monday, is the follow-up of something I posted before on the other place. I posted about these axon curling their way into other pre-synapse, forming funny spinules. This was from mouse visual cortex (www.microns-explorer.org), and not super common.

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Chrystal Starbird @drstarbird.bsky.social · Dec 14

New or incoming faculty? Please come join us for a panel tomorrow at #CellBio2024

It’s in the same room as the Mentoring Keynote, which is sure to be amazing. Come to hear about best mentoring practices and stay for the panel!

Panel starts at 9:30 am on December 14th in Room 25B

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Mark Peifer (He, him) @peiferlabunc.bsky.social · Dec 14

@maikbischoff.bsky.social ^^^^^

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Dr. Jaye Gardiner @jayeperview.bsky.social · Dec 14

Love that it’s in the same room as the mentoring keynote 🙌🏾

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Mark Peifer (He, him) @peiferlabunc.bsky.social · Dec 14

This looks like a great opportunity to learn key skills from folks who just made this transition #CellBio2024

Chrystal Starbird @drstarbird.bsky.social · Dec 14

New or incoming faculty? Please come join us for a panel tomorrow at #CellBio2024

It’s in the same room as the Mentoring Keynote, which is sure to be amazing. Come to hear about best mentoring practices and stay for the panel!

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Antentor “AJ” Hinton Jr @phdgprotein86.bsky.social · Dec 15

Congratulations

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Samira Musah @stemcellengineer.bsky.social · Nov 23

Excited to share this TEDx talk by #MusahLab undergrad researcher and recent Duke graduate, Sophia Leeman! She dives into our work using stem cells to engineer patient-specific preclinical models, helping to uncover disease mechanisms and new and safe therapeutics. www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iskr...

TEDx talk by an inspiring #MusahLab undergrad researcher and recent Duke BME & CS graduate, Sophia Leeman! She dives into some of our lab's work using stem cell derivatives to engineer patient-specific preclinical models, helping us uncover disease mechanisms and identify new and safe therapeutics.

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Antentor “AJ” Hinton Jr @phdgprotein86.bsky.social · Dec 15

Thank you me too 😁

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