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pegmccarthy.bsky.social @pegmccarthy.bsky.social · 3h

A fantastic event for young and wild alike!

SBN on Bluesky @sbn-bsky.bsky.social · 7h

We are excited to announce our keynotes for the 2nd annual SBN ORS! Dr. Sara Freeman (sarafreeman.bsky.social) will be our opening keynote this Thursday 10/16 at 12:15pmEST/9:15amPST and Dr. Cheryl McCormick will be the closing keynote Friday 10/17 2pmEST/11amPST. Registration closes TOMORROW 10/15

Sara M. Freeman (@sarafreeman.bsky.social)

Asst Prof at Utah State University, Bio Dept. Social behavioral neuroendocrinologist, comparative neuroanatomist. Lover of food, dogs, conversation, music, travel. She/her.

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SBN on Bluesky @sbn-bsky.bsky.social · 1d

Has a Mentor Impacted Your Journey in Behavioral Neuroendocrinology?

The Larry Young Mentorship Award was established by SBN to honor Larry's exceptional dedication to mentoring graduate students, postdocs, and junior faculty.

Nomination Deadline: Monday October 13
That's TODAY!

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pegmccarthy.bsky.social @pegmccarthy.bsky.social · 19d

We are reaping the benefits of your training of Lucy as we speak! Applying SLEAP and sDANNCE to adolescent play

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pegmccarthy.bsky.social @pegmccarthy.bsky.social · 19d

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Autism and Tylenol: Exploring the Evidence on Acetaminophen in Pregnancy - NAM

Margaret McCarthy discusses the genetics of autism, how to interpret associations with Tylenol (acetaminophen) use in health studies, and why medical guidance matters.

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pegmccarthy.bsky.social @pegmccarthy.bsky.social · Aug 23

Don’t worry…..

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Jonathan VanRyzin @jwvanryzin.bsky.social · Aug 6

Incredibly grateful to be one of the 2025 BBRF Young Investigator Grant awardees!
Thank you to @bbrfoundation.bsky.social and to my mentors for their support along the way!

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Jonathan VanRyzin @jwvanryzin.bsky.social · Aug 13

I am SO EXCITED to share this one! The latest paper from the lab is online in @cp-cellreports.bsky.social. We show microglia prune NAc astrocyte processes during abstinence from cocaine-self ad which drives later drug seeking behavior.

www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...

Abstinence from cocaine self-administration promotes microglial pruning of astrocytes, which drives cocaine-seeking behavior

Rodent drug self-administration leads to a compromised ability of nucleus accumbens astrocytes to maintain glutamate homeostasis as well as to reducti…

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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...

@jhu.edu @um-mind.bsky.social @umaryland.edu @umsomneurosci.bsky.social

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Marla Feller @mfeller.bsky.social · Aug 20

Come join our new Department of Neuroscience @ucberkeleyofficial.bsky.social as an Assistant Professor! aprecruit.berkeley.edu/JPF05041

Assistant Professor - Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Neuroscience - Department of Neuroscience

University of California, Berkeley is hiring. Apply now!

aprecruit.berkeley.edu

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Greg Folkers @gregfolkers.bsky.social · Aug 15

Nature: Cancelling mRNA studies is the highest irresponsibility

go.nature.com/3HDx4wD

cc Jay Bhattacharya

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UM-MIND - Institute for Neuroscience Discovery @um-mind.bsky.social · Aug 11

We are so excited to announce that Leonardo Parra-Rivas, PhD, will be joining us in December as an Assistant Professor in UM-MIND and the Department of Neurology!

Leo's work focuses on the molecular pathways underlying synucleinopathies, including Parkinson's disease and LB dementia. Welcome, Leo!

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Women in Neuroscience UK @womeninneurouk.bsky.social · Aug 9

🚨 Deadline for nominations extended! 🚨

You have one week to nominate someone doing exceptional neuroscience work! 🧠

Whether they’re in the lab, behind the scenes, or amplifying science through communication—nominate them now before the window closes 👩‍🔬 👨‍🔬

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University of Maryland School of Medicine @medschool.umaryland.edu · Aug 6

📍Recently, we joined #Baltimore leaders at a community health summit led by engAGE With Heart.

💬 “Not just a program, but a ministry.”

🏥 Drs. Esa Davis & Chuck Callahan called for trust-based hubs—churches, barbershops, libraries—to bridge gaps in care.

🔗 bit.ly/456ADob

#PublicHealth #MedED

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darren32359.bsky.social @darren32359.bsky.social · Aug 6

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University of Maryland School of Medicine @medschool.umaryland.edu · Aug 8

Dr. Graeme Woodworth & Dr. Moran Roni Levin received the University System of Maryland Board of Regents Faculty Awards for research & teaching! 🏅🩺

👏 Congrats to these inspiring leaders!

🔗 Learn more about these awards here: bit.ly/41s2Lj1

#Award #MedEd #Maryland #HigherEd

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Stand Up for Science! @standupforscience.bsky.social · Aug 4

“To the scientists wondering if there will even be an NIH by the end of this administration, this committee’s resounding message is: ‘Yes, Congress has your back’,” said @murray.senate.gov

We’re not near the finish line yet - but this is a strong step in the right direction.

zurl.co/AzSK7

‘Congress has your back’: US senators tell scientists they want to protect NIH budget

Senate budget bill includes small increase for the health-research agency — but faces a long road before being signed into law. Senate budget bill includes small increase for the health-research agency — but faces a long road before being signed into law.

www.nature.com

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NPR @npr.org · Aug 4

The 2024 National Survey on Drug Use and Health report found that in recent years, depression and suicidal thoughts and behaviors in teens have declined.

Teen suicide is on the decline, new federal data shows

The 2024 National Survey on Drug Use and Health report found that in recent years, depression and suicidal thoughts and behaviors in teens have declined.

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Tressie McMillan Cottom @tressiemcphd.bsky.social · Jul 31

A reminder about the importance of healthcare to every single state

www.nytimes.com/interactive/...

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UM-MIND - Institute for Neuroscience Discovery @um-mind.bsky.social · Jul 31

@umneurosurgery.bsky.social @medschool.umaryland.edu

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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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pegmccarthy.bsky.social @pegmccarthy.bsky.social · Jul 28

Doctors Have Lost Their Mount Olympus of Medicine www.nytimes.com/2025/07/28/o...

Opinion | Doctors Have Lost Their Mount Olympus of Medicine

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TallyAnnaE ☮️🌊 🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈💙🦋 @tallyannae.bsky.social · Jul 22

Get vaccinated y'all!

Ian Weissman, DO @drianweissman.bsky.social · Jul 21

A large study including more than 130,000 people in the U.S. revealed that the shingles vaccine (Shingrix) and the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccine (Arexyv) are associated with a reduced risk of dementia.
www.sciencealert.com/huge-study-r...

Huge Study Reveals 2 Vaccines That Appear to Reduce Dementia Risk

Some immunizations may be quietly protecting us from cognitive decline.

www.sciencealert.com

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University of Maryland School of Medicine @medschool.umaryland.edu · Jul 24

💡 Discover how Dr. @fertiglab.bsky.social is pioneering the use of mathematical models for medicine: bit.ly/4f6b1La

#MedEd #Research #Genomics #Science🧪 #WomenInStem #Biology #ClinicalTrials

2025 News - Getting to Know: Elana Fertig, PhD, Director of the Institute for Genome Sciences at the University of Maryland School of Medicine | University of Maryland School of Medicine

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University of Maryland School of Medicine @medschool.umaryland.edu · Jul 24

Dr. @fertiglab.bsky.social is redefining clinical trial research. 🧬👩‍🔬✨

From multi-omics to digital twins, her work in computational biology at @genomescience.bsky.social is transforming how we treat & understand disease.

⏯️ Watch her vision for team science & precision medicine!

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University of Maryland School of Medicine @medschool.umaryland.edu · Jul 24

Learn how University of Maryland School of Medicine researchers are changing the future of emergency medicine with artificial blood! 🩸📰

NPR @npr.org · Jul 24

A research team has successfully tested a blood substitute in animals, and human trials may not be far off. The powdered blood could help medics respond faster in a crisis.

Scientists are developing artificial blood that could save lives in emergencies

A research team has successfully tested a blood substitute in animals, and human trials may not be far off. The powdered blood could help medics respond faster in a crisis.

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