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UMSOM Program in Neuroscience @umsomneurosci.bsky.social · 2d
TOMORROW: PIN PhD candidate Ryan Mayers from the Polster Lab will publicly defend his dissertation - Investigating the role of TPCN1 and pro-inflammatory microglial activation in mitochondrial bioenergetics and dynamics. Join us in Taylor Hall or via zoom at 12:00 pm to show your support!
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Dr. Joyce T. Da Silva @drjoycedasilva.bsky.social · 6d
It’s official. 🎉Grateful to receive NIH funding for two R01s: one as Sole PI and another in collaboration with UCSD. Thank you to my career mentors and team for their continued support and guidance. @umsomneurosci.bsky.social
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UMSOM Program in Neuroscience @umsomneurosci.bsky.social · 14d
This Thursday, Neuro Networks Seminar Series presents 2 trainee talks! 12:30 pm in Taylor Hall.
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UMSOM Program in Neuroscience @umsomneurosci.bsky.social · 20d
TODAY: PIN PhD candidate Carolyn Doty will present her thesis proposal from the Roche Lab - the effects of alcohol, antibiotics and their interaction on the gut microbiome. Come show your support at 12:30 in Hosick Hall!
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UMSOM Program in Neuroscience @umsomneurosci.bsky.social · 20d
Perhaps the most highly anticipated event, Guess my Paper! Would you be able to identify an unlabeled Western Blot from one of your papers? Congrats to the winner, Dr. Kelly Dunn!
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UMSOM Program in Neuroscience @umsomneurosci.bsky.social · 20d
Our day started off with research Pictionary, where you describe your research by drawing it! Faculty and students then collaborated on PIN Toks, short 30 second videos about neuroscience. Later we crafted mini “grants” from random prompts and let our creative ideas flow!
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UMSOM Program in Neuroscience @umsomneurosci.bsky.social · 20d
Another successful Program in Neuroscience Retreat! Our faculty and trainees engaged in (loosely) scientific activities together and had lots of fun! ->
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UMSOM Program in Neuroscience @umsomneurosci.bsky.social · 22d
Congratulations goes out to Dr. Figueiredo from the Cheer Lab!
PIN is so proud of the amazing work you’ve done here at UMB. Good luck with your future endeavors!
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UMSOM Program in Neuroscience @umsomneurosci.bsky.social · 26d
Come visit the Neuroscience Outreach and Volunteer Association at the Involvement Fair NOW until 1:00 on the Nursing Lawn by the SMC Campus Center! Learn about all of the exciting science events you can be a part of in the coming year.
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UMSOM Program in Neuroscience @umsomneurosci.bsky.social · 27d
TOMORROW: Friday Sept 12, PIN PhD candidate Hassan Saadi will present his thesis proposal from the Woodworth Lab - Mechanobiological consequences of confined migration in neural progenitor cells. Come show your support at 10:30 in Howard Hall 101!
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UMSOM Program in Neuroscience @umsomneurosci.bsky.social · 27d
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UMSOM Program in Neuroscience @umsomneurosci.bsky.social · 27d
TOMORROW: PIN PhD candidate Antonio Figueiredo from the Cheer Lab will publicly defend his dissertation - Endocannabinoids gate dorsal hippocampal acetylcholine release shaping reward-seeking and spatial memory. Join us in Davidge Hall at 1 pm to show your support!
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UMSOM Program in Neuroscience @umsomneurosci.bsky.social · 27d
TOMORROW: on Friday Sept 12, PIN PhD candidate Ro Whitten will present their thesis proposal from the Poulopoulos Lab - CRISPR AAV Therapeutics for Glioblastoma: Targeting Neuroligin 3 in the Thmor Microenvironment. Come show your support at 2 pm in Howard Hall!
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UMSOM Program in Neuroscience @umsomneurosci.bsky.social · 29d
Each rising second year student recently showcased their research at the annual PIN lab rotation presentations. It is so fun to see the exciting work that everyone has been doing during their rotations, and to celebrate the next step as they join their PhD labs!
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Baltimore Brain Series @bmorebrainy.bsky.social · Sep 5
Application submission for the Fall 2025 cycle of the Baltimore Brain Series award ends TODAY! Awardees will give an in-person talk at the awarding institution, and will receive a $150 honorarium. Apply here now: redcap.link/baltimorebrain…

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UMSOM Program in Neuroscience @umsomneurosci.bsky.social · Sep 3
Update: it has been confirmed that awardees will receive a $150 honorarium in appreciation of their excellent work! Apply at the link below today.
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Baltimore Brain Series @bmorebrainy.bsky.social · Sep 3
Abstract submission for the Fall 2025 cycle of the Baltimore Brain Series award is closing soon! Nominees will give an in-person talk at the awarding institution. Apply here by September 5th: redcap.link/baltimorebrain…

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Baltimore Brain Series @bmorebrainy.bsky.social · Sep 3
Abstract submission for the Fall 2025 cycle of the Baltimore Brain Series award is closing soon! Nominees will give an in-person talk at the awarding institution. Apply here by September 5th: redcap.link/baltimorebrain…

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Baltimore Brain Series @bmorebrainy.bsky.social · Aug 19
Abstract submission for the Fall 2025 cycle of the Baltimore Brain Series award is now open! Nominees will give an in-person talk at the awarding institution. Apply here by September 5th: redcap.link/baltimorebra...

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UMSOM Program in Neuroscience @umsomneurosci.bsky.social · Aug 5
Last day to register for the Program in Neuroscience retreat happening on Friday August 22! Enjoy a fun filled day connecting with old and new friends and colleagues. Register here: umaryland.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_... @um-mind.bsky.social
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UMSOM Program in Neuroscience @umsomneurosci.bsky.social · Jul 29
You won’t want to miss the 2025 annual PIN retreat on August 22 - this is a fantastic opportunity to connect with your colleagues and enjoy Patapsco Park! Register by August 5 here: umaryland.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
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UMSOM Program in Neuroscience @umsomneurosci.bsky.social · Jul 24
TODAY: PIN PhD candidate Emily DeMarco will present her dissertation proposal from the Blanpied Lab - Elucidating a role for presynaptic cell-adhesion molecule PTPσ
in synaptic protein nano-organization. Come show your support at 11:00 in Howard Hall! @tomblanpied.bsky.social
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UMSOM Program in Neuroscience @umsomneurosci.bsky.social · Jul 3
TODAY: PIN PhD candidate Jess McInerney will present her dissertation proposal from the Lobo Lab - The impact of perinatal fentanyl exposure on dopamine circuitry and behavior. Come show your support at 10:00 in Hosick Hall! @marykaylobo.bsky.social
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UMSOM Program in Neuroscience @umsomneurosci.bsky.social · May 27
Happening today May 27, 5-7:30 PM at UMB’s Community Engagement Center. Join NOVA to connect UMB researchers with the broader Baltimore community as we discuss the gut microbiome, gut-brain axis, and diet for cognitive health! Food will be provided.
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UMSOM Program in Neuroscience @umsomneurosci.bsky.social · May 21
Come celebrate the GPILS Class of 2025 at 1:30 pm! Hosted by Dr. Jess Mong and the Student Advisory Committee 😊🎓
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UMSOM Program in Neuroscience @umsomneurosci.bsky.social · May 21
Next Tuesday May 27 NOVA is having their annual Brewing Biology event, with a focus on the Gut Microbiome! Join us for riveting discussion and community building!
Location: UMB’s Community Engagement Center
Register here: www.eventbrite.com/e/brewing-bi...

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