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Advancing health and well-being in the life sciences through collaborative advocacy. We are the voice of biological/biomedical researchers.🔬 www.faseb.org https://linktr.ee/FASEBorg

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FASEB @faseborg.bsky.social · 13d

📢 The government shutdown is threatening the nation’s scientific enterprise. FASEB urges Congress and the President to immediately pass a short-term continuing resolution to reopen federal agencies while FY2026 appropriations negotiations continue. Contact Congress & the President: buff.ly/FRkRVF7

FASEB @faseborg.bsky.social · 5h

🚨 It’s Day 14 of the government shutdown. Tell Congress how the shutdown has affected your life, your work, and your research. Our e-action alert makes it simple to send a personalized message to your representatives. Take action! buff.ly/r2U6XJb

FASEB @faseborg.bsky.social · 7h

Join Angelique Whitehurst from UT Southwestern Medical Center on Nov 12 online for the latest innovations in cancer immunology. Register now to be part of the conversation: buff.ly/yp3gi5h

FASEB @faseborg.bsky.social · 1d

FASEB urges the Department of Homeland Security to withdraw its proposal to eliminate the “duration of status” policy for F and J visas, warning that the change would deter international scholars and undermine the nation’s research enterprise. Read more in the Washington Update: buff.ly/ZjbNl0A

FASEB @faseborg.bsky.social · 1d

We’re accepting original research, reviews, and more on topics like:
📱 Sensors & wearables
🌿 Cumulative exposures
🧬 Exposome + genome

Submit your research by Aug 31, 2026 → buff.ly/Kekv2wu
#Exposomics #CallForPapers #FASEBJournal

FASEB @faseborg.bsky.social · 2d

On #WorldArthritisDay, we’re highlighting a review on pyroptosis, a newly discovered form of cell death that drives inflammation in arthritis. 💙
Targeting this process could lead to new ways to protect bone health and treat chronic joint disease.
Read the review: buff.ly/dzsYTCC

FASEB @faseborg.bsky.social · 2d

On #WorldArthritisDay, we’re spotlighting research that goes beyond the joints. 💙🦠
This study shows that inflammatory arthritis disrupts the body’s internal clock and gut bacteria, affecting overall health and immunity.
Read more: buff.ly/ThJoVxc

FASEB @faseborg.bsky.social · 2d

It’s #WorldArthritisDay 💙🦴
This research shows that nintedanib, a drug once used for lung disease, can reduce inflammation, scarring, and cartilage damage in osteoarthritis.
A promising step toward new treatments and better joint health!
Read more: buff.ly/oErPoOa

FASEB @faseborg.bsky.social · 2d

It’s #WorldArthritisDay and we’re spotlighting research that connects cell health and arthritis. 🦴
This study shows how estrogen receptor-α (ERα) helps protect cartilage cells from DNA damage and aging, offering new hope for slowing joint damage.
Read more: buff.ly/RqdvizU

FASEB @faseborg.bsky.social · 2d

It’s #WorldArthritisDay! 🦴
We’ll be highlighting research all day that deepens understanding of arthritis and drives progress toward better treatments.
This featured study bridges bone biology and immunology, showing how inflammation and exercise shape bone health.
Read more: buff.ly/kcr6Hwn

FASEB @faseborg.bsky.social · 4d

NIH announces several new developments, including research infrastructure for new approach methodologies, a funding policy for research animal adoption, and agency leadership. Read more in the Washington Update: buff.ly/M6MVyk8

FASEB @faseborg.bsky.social · 5d

📰 The latest issue of the Washington Update is out! Stay informed about updates from Capitol Hill, science policy news, advocacy, and news from federal agencies here: buff.ly/3r3cc1u #SciNews #SciPol #Researchers

FASEB @faseborg.bsky.social · 5d

Did you miss Jeff Kelly's presentation at Protein Aggregation? View the conference's newest, groundbreaking research in the field of protein amyloids, with high-quality, cutting-edge research—anywhere, anytime: buff.ly/mstmtpP

FASEB @faseborg.bsky.social · 6d

The best immune cell data you missed at this year's conference is here on-demand. View the newest research on mechanisms that control gene expression, differentiation, genome architecture, and function today: buff.ly/zWh3Fbk

FASEB @faseborg.bsky.social · 6d

📝 There’s an art to writing scientific abstracts.
FASEB Publications provides clear tips, real examples, and helpful checklists to elevate your writing—before readers even get to your full paper.
📘 buff.ly/iODNZww

FASEB @faseborg.bsky.social · 7d

🧬 Breakthroughs & Insights: Researchers discovered that the Hantaan virus disables a protective protein called PTEN—helping the infection spread. Boosting PTEN could help the body trap and destroy the virus, paving the way for new treatments.
👉 buff.ly/04KzIVu

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Bríd Nic Annaidh ☘️ @bridgetmcgann.medsky.social · 11d

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Katie Wilkinson @drkwilkinson.bsky.social · Jun 9

This session (slides plus recording available) I held w FASEB has tips for scientists interested in writing Op-Eds- a lot of info I learned while participating in the OpEd Project’s Public Voices Fellowship (they have great resources) : www.youtube.com/watch?v=MW5c...

Getting the Word Out In Your Community: Tips for Writing an Op-Ed/Letter to the Editor

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FASEB @faseborg.bsky.social · 7d

Introducing a brand-new conference! Join us at #PhaseTSRC to explore cutting-edge advancements in biomolecular condensate formations. With keynotes from @gladfelterlab.bsky.social alongside organizers @umassmdlab.bsky.social
and more. Submit your abstracts and save your space: buff.ly/vMRFdcO

FASEB @faseborg.bsky.social · 8d

Up to 8% of pregnancies are affected by preeclampsia—a life-threatening complication with limited treatments.

New research in The FASEB Journal points to the splicing factor SRSF5 as a potential therapeutic target.

Read the press release:
🔗 buff.ly/WbkMfYs

#FASEBJournal #MaternalHealth #Research

Splicing Factor Could Be Therapeutic Target for Preeclampsia

A new study in The FASEB Journal finds that a molecule called SRSF5 may drive preeclampsia, a dangerous pregnancy complication. Blocking it could one day give d

FASEB @faseborg.bsky.social · 8d

TOMORROW: Advocacy Town Hall! Featured speaker Hon. John Culberson, Partner at Federal Science Partners and former Representative from Texas’s 7th Congressional District, will offer tips on effective advocacy for NSF & federal science agencies, even during a government shutdown. buff.ly/zKwhrvj

FASEB @faseborg.bsky.social · 8d

FASEB opposes DHS’s proposal to eliminate “duration of status” for F & J visa holders. This change would create unnecessary administrative & financial burdens on international scholars, discourage future talent from training in the U.S., & ultimately weaken the STEM workforce. 🔗 buff.ly/dllo65l

FASEB @faseborg.bsky.social · 11d

🎉 Introducing Dr. Anika Zaman! As a postdoctoral associate at SUNY Stony Brook, Dr. Zaman is passionate about ensuring evidence-based policy, strong federal research funding, and effective science communication remain national priorities. Learn more about Dr. Zaman: buff.ly/LY3IVYS

FASEB @faseborg.bsky.social · 11d

Don’t miss our Advocacy Town Hall! Featured speaker Hon. John Culberson, Partner at Federal Science Partners and former Representative from Texas’s 7th Congressional District, will offer tips on effective advocacy for NSF & federal science agencies, even during a government shutdown. buff.ly/zKwhrvj

FASEB @faseborg.bsky.social · 11d

FASEB highlights the risks associated with #NIH’s proposed limits on publishing costs, warning of negative impacts on research communication and early-career researchers. Read more in the Washington Update: buff.ly/t9K5QbB

FASEB @faseborg.bsky.social · 12d

🎉 Meet Rodney Williams, a graduate student at Johns Hopkins University! During his undergrad, he saw how structural inequities limited access to research. Now, he champions systemic changes like research workforce development, federal funding, and inclusive research career access. buff.ly/1UX4XoI

FASEB @faseborg.bsky.social · 12d

📰 #NIH Director Jay Bhattacharya announces the appointment of Jon Lorsch as Deputy Director for Extramural Research, with Erica Brown and Darren Sledjeski stepping into acting leadership roles at #NIGMS. Read more in the Washington Update: buff.ly/RcrWqvZ