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Simons Foundation Autism Research Initiative (SFARI) ASHG Lunch

Simons Foundation @simonsfoundation.org · 1d

We're hosting a social lunch at #ASHG25 focused on research, funding opportunities and resources for human cohorts, including @sparkforautism.bsky.social and Simons Searchlight. Learn more: https://www.simonsfoundation.org/event/simons-foundation-autism-research-initiative-sfari-ashg-lunch/ #science

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Simons Foundation @simonsfoundation.org · 1d

Meet Jonathan Balash of Spencer Pride! As a math ambassador for #InfiniteSums, our upcoming national math initiative, Jonathan is redefining what #community engagement with #math can look like: https://infinitesums.simonsfoundation.org/math-ambassadors-jonathan-balash-from-spencer-pride/

A Stellar Revolution: How Open-Source Tool MESA Changed the Way We Study Stars

Simons Foundation @simonsfoundation.org · 2d

One of the most important contributions to the study of how stars evolve didn’t come from an astrophysicist. It came from a computer scientist: https://www.simonsfoundation.org/2025/08/12/a-stellar-revolution-how-open-source-tool-mesa-changed-the-way-we-study-stars/ #science #astrophysics

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From Fungi to Qubits, Pivot Fellows Share Findings in Their New Fields

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Simons Foundation @simonsfoundation.org · 5d

Through our Pivot Fellowship, Natasha Blitvic used her expertise in probability theory to study marine microbes, aiming to better integrate #math with experimental #science: https://www.simonsfoundation.org/from-fungi-to-qubits-pivot-fellows-share-findings-in-their-new-fields/

From Fungi to Qubits, Pivot Fellows Share Findings in Their New Fields on Simons Foundation

Browse events, build your schedule, and get personalized recommendations for the 2026 SXSW Conference & Festivals from March 12–18, 2026 in Austin, TX.

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Simons Foundation @simonsfoundation.org · 5d

“Through the Noise: The State of Science Storytelling” was selected for @sxsw.com 2026! In this panel, Simons Foundation–supported leaders in #film, #journalism & #radio will explore the current and future of #science media: https://schedule.sxsw.com/events/PP1148523

SXSW 2026 Schedule

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Simons Foundation @simonsfoundation.org · 5d

Join us for a Presidential Lecture on 10/29 with Geordie Williamson: "Neural Networks for Mathematical Discovery." Register here: https://www.simonsfoundation.org/event/neural-networks-for-mathematical-discovery/ #math

Neural Networks for Mathematical Discovery

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BBC Four - The Sky at Night, The Expanding Universe

Simons Foundation @simonsfoundation.org · 6d

At our Presents event "Life on Earth Over Deep Time," microbiologist Arpita Bose and paleoclimatologist Jessica Tierney joined Quanta Magazine's Hannah Waters to discuss how life and climate have co-evolved across geologic time. #science #biology

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Simons Foundation @simonsfoundation.org · 6d

"There's also the possibility that something's really wrong with our cosmology that there's a novel force or some new effect that we've never thought about. Is that true? We don't know, but the @simonsobservatory.org may well tell us." See more on the BBC: www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m...

The team explores the expansion of the universe and its role in how the cosmos works.

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Careers on Simons Foundation

Simons Foundation @simonsfoundation.org · 6d

The Simons Foundation is #hiring! Check out our open opportunities including Senior Software Engineer, Science Reporting Intern for @thetransmitter.bsky.social, and Office Services Coordinator: https://www.simonsfoundation.org/careers/ #science #math

Careers

Announcing the Recipients of the Autism and Neuroscience Conferences and Courses Awards

Simons Foundation @simonsfoundation.org · 7d

Our Autism & Neuroscience division is excited to announce the recipients of its 2025 Conferences and Courses Awards: https://www.simonsfoundation.org/2025/10/01/announcing-the-recipients-of-the-autism-and-neuroscience-conferences-and-courses-awards/ #science #neuroscience #autismresearch

The Simons Foundation's Autism & Neuroscience division is pleased to announce the recipients of its 2025 Autism and Neuroscience Conferences and Courses Awards.

From Connectome to Computation: Linking Circuits and Behavior in the Fly

Simons Foundation @simonsfoundation.org · 7d

Join us next Wednesday (10/8) for a lecture with Mala Murthy on "From Connectome to Computation: Linking Circuits and Behavior in the Fly." Register here: https://www.simonsfoundation.org/event/from-connectome-to-computation-linking-circuits-and-behavior-in-the-fly/ #science #neuroscience

From Connectome to Computation: Linking Circuits and Behavior in the Fly on Simons Foundation

Simons Foundation Announces Latest Class of SURFiN Fellows

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Jen Valdivia Espino @jenvaldiviaespino.bsky.social · 8d

Celebrating new scientists! Check out the new class of SURFiN fellows! This year they'll be woring alongside 70+ postdocs and graduate students to complete research projects in 44 labs!

Simons Foundation @simonsfoundation.org · 9d

Pleased to announce the newest recipients of our Shenoy Undergraduate Research Fellowship in Neuroscience (SURFiN)! This program provides undergrads with opportunities to gain first-hand research experience: https://www.simonsfoundation.org/simons-foundation-announces-latest-class-of-surfin-fellows/

The Simons Foundation is pleased to announce the most recent recipients of its Shenoy Undergraduate Research Fellowship in Neuroscience (SURFiN).

CCM Distinguished Research Scientist Stéphane Mallat Awarded CNRS Gold Medal

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Simons Foundation @simonsfoundation.org · 8d

@flatironinstitute.org Distinguished Research Scientist Stéphane Mallat was recently awarded the @cnrs.fr Gold Medal in recognition of his scientific contributions: https://www.simonsfoundation.org/ccm-distinguished-research-scientist-stephane-mallat-awarded-cnrs-gold-medal/ #science #math

The French National Centre for Scientific Research has awarded Flatiron Institute mathematician Stéphane Mallat the 2025 CNRS Gold Medal.

Simons Foundation Announces Latest Class of SURFiN Fellows

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The Transmitter @thetransmitter.bsky.social · 8d

Thinking about which neuroscience conferences to attend in 2026? Check out our recently updated calendar, featuring top neuroscience meetings and events through April 2027.

Are you organizing a conference? Share it with us at [email protected].

www.thetransmitter.org/events/?utm_...

Events

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Vollum Institute @volluminstitute.bsky.social · 9d

Congratulations to Dr Marissa Co, one of 9 recipients in the 2025 Fellows-to-Faculty class, supported by the Simons Foundation Autism Research Initiative (SFARI).
Read more: bit.ly/4i3RhsF
cc: @marissaco.bsky.social , @kevinmawright.bsky.social , @simonsfoundation.org

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Simons Foundation @simonsfoundation.org · 9d

Pleased to announce the newest recipients of our Shenoy Undergraduate Research Fellowship in Neuroscience (SURFiN)! This program provides undergrads with opportunities to gain first-hand research experience: https://www.simonsfoundation.org/simons-foundation-announces-latest-class-of-surfin-fellows/

The Simons Foundation is pleased to announce the most recent recipients of its Shenoy Undergraduate Research Fellowship in Neuroscience (SURFiN).

Announcing the Newest Cohort of Sandbox Fellows

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Simons Foundation @simonsfoundation.org · 9d

We're excited to introduce the newest cohort of Sandbox Fellows! This fellowship supports Science Sandbox awardees as they strengthen their organizations and amplify their impact: https://www.simonsfoundation.org/2025/09/29/announcing-the-newest-cohort-of-sandbox-fellows/ #science

The Sandbox Fellowship is an immersive program designed to support Science Sandbox awardees in growing strong foundations and enhancing their resilience.

The Function and Evolution of the Immune System in <em>A. Thaliana</em>

Simons Foundation @simonsfoundation.org · 9d

Join us for a Presidential Lecture on 10/22 with our Life Sciences executive vice president Joy Bergelson: "The Function and Evolution of the Immune System in A. Thaliana." Register: https://www.simonsfoundation.org/event/the-function-and-evolution-of-the-immune-system-in-a-thaliana/ #science

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Designing Next-Generation Superconductors through Pressure Quenching

Simons Foundation @simonsfoundation.org · 12d

Join us for a Presidential Lecture on 10/15 with Lilia Boeri: "Designing Next-Generation Superconductors through Pressure Quenching." Register here: https://www.simonsfoundation.org/event/designing-next-generation-superconductors-through-pressure-quenching/ #science #physics

Designing Next-Generation Superconductors through Pressure Quenching on Simons Foundation

From Fungi to Qubits, Pivot Fellows Share Findings in Their New Fields

Simons Foundation @simonsfoundation.org · 12d

Oxygen-carrying molecules called hemes are an essential part of mammals' red blood cells. Pivot Fellow Katherine de Villiers pivoted from studying the chemistry of hemes to their biological roles: https://www.simonsfoundation.org/from-fungi-to-qubits-pivot-fellows-share-findings-in-their-new-fields/

From Fungi to Qubits, Pivot Fellows Share Findings in Their New Fields on Simons Foundation

Watch: Turning El Paso, Texas, Into the World’s Science Mural Capital

Simons Foundation @simonsfoundation.org · 13d

By bringing together #biology and the arts, @artbiocollab.bsky.social creates immersive, multidisciplinary murals and experiences that engage communities and foster collaboration: https://www.simonsfoundation.org/watch-turning-el-paso-texas-into-the-worlds-science-mural-capital/ #science #art

By bringing together the worlds of biology and the arts, ART+BIO Collaborative creates immersive, multidisciplinary murals and experiences that engage communities and foster collaboration.

Simons Foundation Announces Recipients of 2025 Fellows-to-Faculty Awards

Simons Foundation @simonsfoundation.org · 13d

Congrats to the nine new recipients of our Fellows-to-Faculty award! This program supports early-career scientists transition into tenure-track positions in #neuroscience or #autismresearch. https://www.simonsfoundation.org/simons-foundation-announces-recipients-of-2025-fellows-to-faculty-awards/

The Simons Foundation is pleased to announce the 2025 class of Fellows-to-Faculty Fellows.

Math Ambassadors: Jonathan Balash from Spencer Pride

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Simons Foundation @simonsfoundation.org · 15d

As part of our new #InfiniteSums national math initiative, Jonathan Balash discusses how Spencer Pride experiments with #math programming: https://infinitesums.simonsfoundation.org/math-ambassadors-jonathan-balash-from-spencer-pride/

Balash discusses how Spencer Pride, a rural Indiana LGBTQ pride center, experiments with math programming.

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Simons Foundation @simonsfoundation.org · 15d

Join us for a Presidential Lecture on 10/8 with Mala Murthy: "From Connectome to Computation: Linking Circuits and Behavior in the Fly." Register: https://www.simonsfoundation.org/event/from-connectome-to-computation-linking-circuits-and-behavior-in-the-fly/ #neuroscience

From Connectome to Computation: Linking Circuits and Behavior in the Fly

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