Lucia Peixoto
@sciencenlucia.bsky.social
Associate Professor. WSU Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine. Neuroscientist, Computational Biologist #sleep #development #autism #transcription #chromatin #LatinX #academicmama #uruguayan
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It's Friday. This means it is time for a new post on #Autism : The Evidence. If you missed last week, I discussed what is TRULY behind the rise in prevalence. Today I am going to talk about what it is not: #VACCINES . They are SAFE and EFFECTIVE, but where did this idea come from?
November 22, 2025 at 4:35 AM
Let's make this clear: this is total nonsense. There have been studies
CDC has overhauled its website to assert that “the claim ‘vaccines do not cause autism’ is not an evidence-based claim”
November 20, 2025 at 2:54 AM
Let's make this clear: this is total nonsense. There have been studies
Release all the Epstein files
NEW: Epstein survivors release the most powerful PSA I have ever seen.
Make this go viral so every member of the House of Representatives sees it.
Make this go viral so every member of the House of Representatives sees it.
November 17, 2025 at 3:01 AM
Release all the Epstein files
Today I am starting a weekly post titled "Autism: The Evidence". I hope it helps someone fight the colossal wave of misinformation that is drowning us. Part 1: I heard Autism prevalence has gone up. Is that true? If so why?
November 15, 2025 at 3:11 AM
Today I am starting a weekly post titled "Autism: The Evidence". I hope it helps someone fight the colossal wave of misinformation that is drowning us. Part 1: I heard Autism prevalence has gone up. Is that true? If so why?
The autism ‘epidemic’: misinterpretation, misinformation and conspiracy
Excellent article by Eric Fombonne link.springer.com/article/10.1...
Excellent article by Eric Fombonne link.springer.com/article/10.1...
The autism ‘epidemic’: misinterpretation, misinformation and conspiracy - European Journal of Epidemiology
The Secretary of the US Department of Health & Human Services (HHSS) recently claimed that US estimates of the prevalence of autism confirmed the existence of an autism epidemic. Furthermore, HHSS ass...
link.springer.com
October 23, 2025 at 11:04 PM
The autism ‘epidemic’: misinterpretation, misinformation and conspiracy
Excellent article by Eric Fombonne link.springer.com/article/10.1...
Excellent article by Eric Fombonne link.springer.com/article/10.1...
@jeremymberg.bsky.social you inspire me every day
October 21, 2025 at 11:57 PM
@jeremymberg.bsky.social you inspire me every day
WTAF
September 27, 2025 at 12:13 AM
WTAF
Autism Scientists Strongly Oppose HHS Report Suggesting Links Between Tylenol and Autism. www.coalitionofautismscientists.org
Coalition of Autism Scientists | "autism scientists"
The Coalition of Autism Scientists formed in 2025 and is comprised of the leading autism researchers across the United States. The website includes statements made by researchers and science-based edu...
www.coalitionofautismscientists.org
September 23, 2025 at 11:52 PM
Autism Scientists Strongly Oppose HHS Report Suggesting Links Between Tylenol and Autism. www.coalitionofautismscientists.org
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Decades of research have found that acetaminophen is safe for children when administered as recommended. Misleading claims link the medicine to autism. These false claims send a dangerous message to parents and does a disservice to autistic individuals. www.aap.org/en/news-room...
September 23, 2025 at 9:25 PM
Decades of research have found that acetaminophen is safe for children when administered as recommended. Misleading claims link the medicine to autism. These false claims send a dangerous message to parents and does a disservice to autistic individuals. www.aap.org/en/news-room...
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I cannot overstate how remarkable it is that under GOP rule, US federal health regulations have been captured by fringe crackpots who espouse views that the vast majority of the US public—and nearly 100% of health professionals—reject.
Gift link:
Gift link:
Kennedy’s Vaccine Panel Votes to Limit Access to Covid Shots
www.nytimes.com
September 20, 2025 at 4:18 AM
I cannot overstate how remarkable it is that under GOP rule, US federal health regulations have been captured by fringe crackpots who espouse views that the vast majority of the US public—and nearly 100% of health professionals—reject.
Gift link:
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Science: only when you write up the manuscript, you realize what you should have done.
September 16, 2025 at 3:56 PM
Science: only when you write up the manuscript, you realize what you should have done.
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In 1999, the Centers for Disease Control and *Prevention* (at least until the fascists change the name) highlighted the 10 great public health achievements of the 20th century. Trump's people are undermining ~all~ ~of~ ~them~. www.cdc.gov/mmwr/preview...
Ten Great Public Health Achievements -- United States, 1900-1999
www.cdc.gov
September 9, 2025 at 12:43 PM
In 1999, the Centers for Disease Control and *Prevention* (at least until the fascists change the name) highlighted the 10 great public health achievements of the 20th century. Trump's people are undermining ~all~ ~of~ ~them~. www.cdc.gov/mmwr/preview...
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I care for children in the hospital on inpatient & consult services.
Most weeks there are at least a few kids admitted with vaccine preventable diseases.
Often in children who can’t get vaccinated themselves.
15 years in pediatrics and I’ve never seen a single one admitted with vaccine injury.
Most weeks there are at least a few kids admitted with vaccine preventable diseases.
Often in children who can’t get vaccinated themselves.
15 years in pediatrics and I’ve never seen a single one admitted with vaccine injury.
September 9, 2025 at 1:20 AM
I care for children in the hospital on inpatient & consult services.
Most weeks there are at least a few kids admitted with vaccine preventable diseases.
Often in children who can’t get vaccinated themselves.
15 years in pediatrics and I’ve never seen a single one admitted with vaccine injury.
Most weeks there are at least a few kids admitted with vaccine preventable diseases.
Often in children who can’t get vaccinated themselves.
15 years in pediatrics and I’ve never seen a single one admitted with vaccine injury.
And now you cannot trust doctors.. anyone wants to guess who is being admitted to medical school more?
That whole article is trash but I want to hone in on this gem, the stinking core at the heart of the rise of anti-intellectualism that has become so pervasive, even among highly educated conservatives. Fascinating how this devaluation has gone hand in hand with men not dominating college.
September 6, 2025 at 2:21 AM
And now you cannot trust doctors.. anyone wants to guess who is being admitted to medical school more?
If you ever wanted to show your kid what having a meltdown as a man-baby looks like, here it is: www.youtube.com/watch?v=WKaU...
'I think you ought to resign': Recap of RFK Jr.'s heated Senate hearing
YouTube video by Associated Press
www.youtube.com
September 5, 2025 at 8:34 PM
If you ever wanted to show your kid what having a meltdown as a man-baby looks like, here it is: www.youtube.com/watch?v=WKaU...
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RFK testifies before the Senate Finance committee today at 10am.
This will be a big moment. Amplify it for your family and friends.
Make sure they know that RFK Jr is trying to kill people as part of his decades-long antivax grift.
Some things to note:
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This will be a big moment. Amplify it for your family and friends.
Make sure they know that RFK Jr is trying to kill people as part of his decades-long antivax grift.
Some things to note:
1/
RFK Jr. to face questions about chaos at the CDC
Democratic lawmakers and more than a thousand current and former HHS staff say Kennedy's actions are endangering America's health. Kennedy says he came to clean house and he's delivering.
www.npr.org
September 4, 2025 at 12:41 PM
RFK testifies before the Senate Finance committee today at 10am.
This will be a big moment. Amplify it for your family and friends.
Make sure they know that RFK Jr is trying to kill people as part of his decades-long antivax grift.
Some things to note:
1/
This will be a big moment. Amplify it for your family and friends.
Make sure they know that RFK Jr is trying to kill people as part of his decades-long antivax grift.
Some things to note:
1/
Reposted by Lucia Peixoto
Your periodic reminder that mRNA vaccines are a scientific and public health game-changer. Those that have been approved have passed stringent efficacy and safety checks. They protect you and your child against potentially fatal diseases. You may, however, get a sore arm.
September 3, 2025 at 10:55 AM
Your periodic reminder that mRNA vaccines are a scientific and public health game-changer. Those that have been approved have passed stringent efficacy and safety checks. They protect you and your child against potentially fatal diseases. You may, however, get a sore arm.
Today I did two parent teacher conferences, submitted a manuscript and submitted a grant, please clap
a woman in a blue dress is standing in front of a bed with an alarm clock on the nightstand that says 4:20
ALT: a woman in a blue dress is standing in front of a bed with an alarm clock on the nightstand that says 4:20
media.tenor.com
August 28, 2025 at 10:58 PM
Today I did two parent teacher conferences, submitted a manuscript and submitted a grant, please clap
Summer memories #Liverpool #ISMBECCB2025
August 26, 2025 at 9:54 PM
Summer memories #Liverpool #ISMBECCB2025
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The numbers are in. The new maps republicans just passed in Texas reduce Hispanic Texans to one-third of a white person and Black Texans to one-fifth of a white person.
August 21, 2025 at 12:12 AM
The numbers are in. The new maps republicans just passed in Texas reduce Hispanic Texans to one-third of a white person and Black Texans to one-fifth of a white person.
I have never been so relieved about an NOA for a non-competing renewal. I can breathe for another year
a black and white photo of a woman smiling and saying `` instant relief '' .
ALT: a black and white photo of a woman smiling and saying `` instant relief '' .
media.tenor.com
August 15, 2025 at 11:16 PM
I have never been so relieved about an NOA for a non-competing renewal. I can breathe for another year
It seems clear that he never really cared about what really drives health disparities
Incredibly well reported deep dive on NIH and health disparities research in STAT. 🧵
www.statnews.com/2025/08/01/n...
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www.statnews.com/2025/08/01/n...
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Jay Bhattacharya once studied health disparities. As NIH director, he’s allowed such research to wither
Jay Bhattacharya’s tenure as NIH director has seen health disparities research swept up in the Trump administration’s attack on DEI
www.statnews.com
August 1, 2025 at 6:25 PM
It seems clear that he never really cared about what really drives health disparities
In which world is this OK?
I NEED to tell you the story of Tae Heung “William” Kim.
He's a graduate student at Texas A&M where he's working on a vaccine for Lyme disease.
He's a *legal permanent resident* of the United States.
And he's been in ICE detention for 12 days & counting, transferred Tuesday to South Texas.
He's a graduate student at Texas A&M where he's working on a vaccine for Lyme disease.
He's a *legal permanent resident* of the United States.
And he's been in ICE detention for 12 days & counting, transferred Tuesday to South Texas.
July 31, 2025 at 1:54 PM
In which world is this OK?
My commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion remains and I hope many will continue to follow regardless of the times
Congratulations Lucia for this recognition.
Your work has been key to make ISCB and our field in general an inclusive place.
You have also proven that inclusive research is top level research.
Thanks for leading the way
Your work has been key to make ISCB and our field in general an inclusive place.
You have also proven that inclusive research is top level research.
Thanks for leading the way
July 23, 2025 at 12:56 PM
My commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion remains and I hope many will continue to follow regardless of the times
#ISMBECCB2025 It is good to be at a conference in 2025 of a society that reminds us that “equity, diversity and inclusion are essential to how the Society operates, evolves and envisions the future”. www.iscb.org/iscb-news-it... @iscb.bsky.social
June 23, 2025: ISCB's June 2025 Newsletter
ISCB - International Society for Computational Biology
www.iscb.org
July 22, 2025 at 11:33 AM
#ISMBECCB2025 It is good to be at a conference in 2025 of a society that reminds us that “equity, diversity and inclusion are essential to how the Society operates, evolves and envisions the future”. www.iscb.org/iscb-news-it... @iscb.bsky.social