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Stowers Institute @stowersinstitute.bsky.social · 2d

Today at #FridayScienceClub!

Stowers Institute @stowersinstitute.bsky.social · 2d

Why would a healthy cell decide to die? Investigator Randal Halfmann joined @npr.org's "All Things Considered" to discuss his #research on how and why cells decide to self-destruct—a process known as programmed cell death. #SciSky

🎧 Listen here: n.pr/3L4i1gF

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Stowers Institute @stowersinstitute.bsky.social · 2d

Scientific Director Emeritus Robb Krumlauf reflects on the founding of the Stowers Institute, founders Jim & Virgina Stowers, and what it’s meant to be part of this journey for 25 years. #Stowers25

Learn more:
bit.ly/477ywSr

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Adam Phillippy @aphillippy.bsky.social · 2d

“Chromosome-specific epigenetic control and transmission of ribosomal DNA arrays in Hominidae genomes” is another great collaboration with the Gerton lab at @stowersinstitute.bsky.social... www.cell.com/cell-genomic...

Chromosome-specific epigenetic control and transmission of ribosomal DNA arrays in Hominidae genomes

This study profiled copy number, distribution, and activity of rRNA gene arrays in multiple genomes of humans and apes, uncovering the existence of transcriptionally silent, methylated arrays that lac...

www.cell.com

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Stowers Institute @stowersinstitute.bsky.social · 2d

Then ➡️ Now: From shelves filled with printed journals to a hub of digital resources and collaborative space, the Library has evolved alongside our #science. 📚 #Stowers25

See more of our campus 25 years ago vs. today: bit.ly/4nmrEpn

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Stowers Institute @stowersinstitute.bsky.social · 3d

When an apple snail loses an eye, it grows it back. 🐌 Institute researchers are investigating how this happens to uncover clues about how cells #regenerate and how similar mechanisms might inspire future treatments for #vision loss in humans. 👀#WorldSightDay

Learn more: bit.ly/4mvaxkq

Seeing with fresh eyes: Snails as a system for studying sight…

Stowers scientists have established the apple snail as a new research organism for investigating eye regeneration, which may hold the key for restoring…

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Stowers Institute @stowersinstitute.bsky.social · 4d

Stowers scientists discovered a heritable rDNA fingerprint — “off” switches on ribosomal RNA gene clusters that can be passed from parent to child.

Read how the Gerton Lab uncovered this #genetic + epigenetic signature published in Cell Genomics: bit.ly/3J0RXCE

A heritable genetic and epigenetic “fingerprint” defined for rRNA…

Stowers scientists identify “off” switches carried on some clusters of ribosomal RNA genes that can be passed from parent to child, a unique “fingerprint”…

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Stowers Institute @stowersinstitute.bsky.social · 4d

What is the future of #Biology? For 25 years, the Institute has pursued one goal: to understand the secrets of life.

In his #Stowers25 reflection, President and CSO @planaria1.bsky.social shares how optimism, curiosity, and bold questions drive us forward.

🔗 bit.ly/46KoZ2Y

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Stowers Institute @stowersinstitute.bsky.social · 5d

Join us this fall at #SRCKC25 for a deep dive into protein behavior, artificial intelligence, and the future of molecular #research. Hear from a previous attendee! ⬇️ #SciSky #AI

Learn more + register here: bit.ly/4m1BGvu

Stowers Institute @stowersinstitute.bsky.social · 5d

Join us in celebrating 25 years of discovery at the Institute’s 25th Anniversary Symposium on Friday, November 14! Hear from world-class scientists and explore the breakthroughs shaping the next era of #biology. #Stowers25

✨ RSVP today: bit.ly/3KZPp8g

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Stowers Institute @stowersinstitute.bsky.social · 5d

A new study published in @natcomms.nature.com from the Piotrowski Lab reveals how a single gene can flip the fate of a sensory cell — a finding that could one day help restore hearing in humans. #hearingloss

🔗 Read here: bit.ly/3KAMMd4

How one gene flips the fate of sensory cells

Stowers scientists discover a master gene in zebrafish that determines hair cell type, a potential target for restoring hearing loss in humans

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Stowers Institute @stowersinstitute.bsky.social · 6d

Great presentations last week at #FridayScienceClub from @cameronwberry.bsky.social and Aditya Bhattacharya!

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Stowers Institute @stowersinstitute.bsky.social · 6d

Congratulations to Investigator @juliazeitlinger.bsky.social for being named one of Kansas City Business Journal's “20 to Know" in #KansasCity. A leader in applying AI to #genomics, Zeitlinger heads the Institute’s #AI Initiative & studies how genes are regulated. Read here➡️ bit.ly/42qwlGl

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Stowers Institute @stowersinstitute.bsky.social · 6d

This week's #MicroscopyMonday features a confocal #microscopy image that shows cell nuclei in #zebrafish skin (blue) and different types of skin ionocytes (magenta, orange). 🔬 (Piotrowski Lab)

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feña Palominos @fishfena.bsky.social · 9d

🚨 🚨 Science Alert: Join us by the end of the month at the @sacnas.bsky.social NDiSTEM 2025 Meeting! We’ll be hosting a workshop with Emma Rangel-Huerta from @stowersinstitute.bsky.social and @niasv.bsky.social from @ucscscience.bsky.social to talk about navigating a PhD in life sciences 🤩🫶

latinxdb.bsky.social @latinxdb.bsky.social · 11d

🚨LatinxDB organize: “Why didn’t I know this before? What to expect from a PhD or a postdoc in life sciences”

Thanks Estefania Vasquez, M. Fernanda Palominos and Emma Rangel for creating this space and discussion. @niasv.bsky.social @fishfena.bsky.social

Join us at 2025NDiSTEM @sacnas.bsky.social

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Stowers Institute @stowersinstitute.bsky.social · 11d

More scenes from the 3 days of invigorating discussion and collaboration! 📸

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Stowers Institute @stowersinstitute.bsky.social · 11d

That’s a wrap on the Avian Model Systems Meeting at the Institute! 🐦✨

Scientists came together in KC to share discoveries & highlight the power of birds in advancing biology—from evolution to regeneration. Thanks to all who joined!💡🌍

#AvianModels2025 #Biology #Science

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David L. Stern @gallseeker.bsky.social · 12d

It's official! We are moving to Stowers!
Very exciting opportunity to expand our studies of insect-plant interactions. We have many opportunities available in biochemistry, development, behavior, genetics, evolution, genomics, AI, and even pest control. Interested in any of these things? Reach out!

Stowers Institute @stowersinstitute.bsky.social · 12d

NEWS🎉 We’re excited to announce @hhmijanelia.bsky.social Investigator David Stern will join the Institute from Janelia Research Campus. His lab studies how aphids transform plants at the genetic level, uncovering secrets of #evolution & new strategies for pest control. @hhmi.org bit.ly/4np96Fb

Stowers Institute recruits renowned developmental and evolutionary…

David Stern, Ph.D., brings groundbreaking research on insect–plant interactions for next-generation pest control to the Institute.

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Stowers Institute @stowersinstitute.bsky.social · 12d

(Part 2)

“From my first visit, I was struck by the energy and excitement...It feels like being a graduate student again, chasing curiosity wherever it leads."

@hhmi.org Investigator David Stern will join the Stowers Institute in Feb. 2026 from @hhmijanelia.bsky.social.

Read more: bit.ly/4np96Fb

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Stowers Institute @stowersinstitute.bsky.social · 12d

(Part 1) Hear from @hhmi_news Investigator David Stern about his research program and what he's uncovering in the lab.

Stern will join the Institute in February 2026, bringing his lab and HHMI appointment to Kansas City. @hhmi.org

Read more: bit.ly/4np96Fb

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Stowers Institute @stowersinstitute.bsky.social · 12d

NEWS🎉 We’re excited to announce @hhmijanelia.bsky.social Investigator David Stern will join the Institute from Janelia Research Campus. His lab studies how aphids transform plants at the genetic level, uncovering secrets of #evolution & new strategies for pest control. @hhmi.org bit.ly/4np96Fb

Stowers Institute recruits renowned developmental and evolutionary…

David Stern, Ph.D., brings groundbreaking research on insect–plant interactions for next-generation pest control to the Institute.

bit.ly

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Stowers Institute @stowersinstitute.bsky.social · 13d

✨ Day 1 of the XII Avian Model Systems Meeting is officially underway with scientists from across the globe gathered at the Institute! Together they will showcase the power of avian models in scientific research 🐦🔬 #AvianModels2025

Learn more: www.stowers.org/events/avian...

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Stowers Institute @stowersinstitute.bsky.social · 16d

Registration is open for #SRCKC25 AI-Driven Approaches to Emergent Protein Behaviors Oct. 22–24. Join a community of researchers exploring how #artificialintelligence is advancing our understanding of complex #protein behaviors.

Register + learn more: bit.ly/4m1BGvu

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Stowers Institute @stowersinstitute.bsky.social · 16d

✨ #Science meets #art ✨ To bring their discovery of Robertsonian chromosomes to life, the Gerton Lab partnered with @ella-maru.bsky.social. Together, they created a visual of how two chromosomes fuse — transforming complex science into an image that tells the story. #SciArt

More: bit.ly/4pJxSBw

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Gopal Kushawah @gopalkushawah.bsky.social · 16d

It is always a great pleasure to discuss your science with the scientific community you love the most. This time the platform was provided by #MidwestSDB25 @Cincinnatichildren's. Thanks for this opportunity @bazzinilab.bsky.social @stowersinstitute.bsky.social .

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