It was an honor to host John Ngai and Crystal Lantz at the Allen Institute to discuss recent advancements from the BRAIN CONNECTS program, supported by the NIH. The #studyBRAIN Initiative has been truly transformative in advancing our understanding of the brain.

Celebrating #BrainAwarenessWeek at BrainFest with the Pacific Science Center was incredible. Events like this reflect our commitment to big, open, team science and making discovery something everyone can be part of. Thanks to our partners, volunteers, and everyone who brought #BrainFest to life.

What an energizing week at #SXSW2026! Our team led an amazing panel on the future of science with AI and an inspiring talk on consciousness, reaching new audiences across fields and helping build a bigger tent for discovery.

Honored to hear Dr. Tracy Johnson during our #BlackHistoryMonth Speaker Series. In addition to her research, she spoke about her work to support and keep students of color in life sciences. Talent is everywhere, but opportunity is not. As a field, we must do more. Thank you to BASE for organizing.

At the @alleninstitute.org, women lead our big projects across neuroscience, cell biology, and immunology, driving breakthroughs and inspiring the next generation to dream big. From the bench to the boardroom, they are shaping the future of scientific discovery. #IDWGIS

Both chambers of Congress have now passed the FY26 minibus with NIH provisions. The President will sign. (1) $48.7 billion for NIH (2) Full IDC recovery (3) No more multi-year funding (4) No NIH reorganization, maintaining the current IC structure.

Taking the #GRCBasalGanglia Oath ✋🏼 I acknowledge that the go/no-go model of the BG was useful but it is outdated and incorrect, or at least incomplete. I pledge not to use the go/no-go model as a strawman to motivate my work.

#GRCBasalGanglia co-chairs 4 life 🫶🏼

In 2025, our efforts #AtAllenInstitute drove remarkable breakthroughs in life sciences. Proud of the teams and collaborators who make this work possible and support our quest to understand life for a healthier world.

Thank you @governorferguson.bsky.social for spotlighting Washington’s vibrant scientific ecosystem in the #StateOfTheState address. Proud to see @alleninstitute.org#StateOfTheStaterecognized as part of a globally recognized community working to make our world healthier. 🎧 Timestamp 51:30 https://bit.ly/4bACQeY

20 years of the Neurobiology of Action team! The science has been exciting, but the real joy has been watching people grow and building projects together. From big discoveries to daily moments of curiosity and teamwork, this community has been our greatest achievement.

Last night Adam Kampff, the glue, the light, the catalyst, the builder, the smile, left us. He and his work transformed the lives of many labs, scientists, students. He inspired and was generous to his last transformation, working tirelessly to set up a foundation to continue the work.Thank you!

Congrats to the global BICAN consortium for releasing the most detailed developmental maps of the mammalian brain to date. This achievement, supported by the NIH's #studyBRAIN Initiative, provides powerful tools for understanding brain development. #ScienceMatters alleninstitute.org/news/scienti...

Grateful to our new artist-in-residence Refik Anadol for visiting the @alleninstitute.org and sharing his vision for blending art, science, and tech. His talk was a reminder that data is more than numbers. It can spark curiosity, creativity, and connection. Excited for what’s next. #ScienceMatters

Science has been a driving force behind major advances in health, technology, and the quality of our everyday lives. Yet, we find ourselves at a time when trust in science is being tested. www.linkedin.com/pulse/open-s...

This World Mental Health Day, I’m reflecting on the science, people, and shared responsibility to build a future where mental health is supported and prioritized. Understanding the brain and the physiological mechanisms behind mental health is important to confront mental health challenges.

Our latest immunology study reveals rheumatoid arthritis begins silently attacking the immune system years before symptoms appear. This 7-year study is team science at its best. It opens the door to preventing RA before it begins and better patient outcomes. alleninstitute.org/news/new-stu...

It was my honor to host Consul General Eunji Seo from the Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in Seattle for tours of our open science facilities and discussions about future partnerships. 🇰🇷🇺🇸

Both science and art are driven by curiosity, creativity, and a desire to understand our world. #AtAllenInstitute, we celebrate the role creativity plays in scientific discovery. Here's an excerpt from an insightful discussion I had with Scott Stulen, CEO of @seattleartmuseum.bsky.social.

Thanks to our partnership with @asapresearch.parkinsonsroadmap.org, the ABC Atlas now includes Parkinson’s disease data. This gives everyone a powerful tool for decoding how diseases like Parkinson’s & Alzheimer’s affect the brain. alleninstitute.org/news/a-new-v...

I’m incredibly excited to welcome Sarah Norris Hall as the new Chief Financial Officer of the @alleninstitute.org! Sarah is a passionate and dedicated leader with a proven record of stewardship and impact. alleninstitute.org/news/allen-i...

Today is #ALSAwarenessDay, a day to raise awareness of a disease that devastates lives. At @alleninstitute.org, we've developed a genetic toolkit that acts like a GPS system, precisely targeting neurons destroyed by ALS & offering new paths to study the disease and, potentially, deliver therapies.

Science education is important not just for educating the next generation of science leaders, but also for enriching the minds of the next generation of leaders in all areas of our society.

June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month. At @alleninstitute.org, we're mapping the disease at the cellular level and sharing the data with the world. Join us on 6/5 for a webinar with AARP and @uwmedicine.bsky.social to explore the latest in our brain aging research. 🧠📈 aarp.org/brainhealthwa

I'm excited to announce the opening of our new education laboratory! This purpose-built space is designed to inspire students by offering hands-on experiences with real-world scientific techniques. Our goal is to ignite curiosity and foster a love for science through interactive learning.

Always a pleasure catching up with the impressive alumni network of the @alleninstitute.org. Their continued dedication to big, collaborative, and open science across the world is a testament to the foundations built here.

Congrats to the Cell Science team at @AllenInstitute.org for launching CellScapes. By combining our expertise in 3D cellular organization, imaging methods, and computational frameworks, this boundary-pushing moonshot could change our understanding of how cells form organs. #CellBiology

On #TeacherAppreciationDay, I reflect on the pivotal role of educators in my life. From my vet school days to my pursuit of neuroscience, teachers have been the guiding lights on my journey. Their belief in my potential gave me the courage to follow my passion, even when the path was uncertain.

Mental health is health. As a neuroscientist and optimist, I’m proud of the work happening at @alleninstitute.bsky.social and beyond that is paving the way to a brighter future. One of my favorite ways to unwind and support my own mental health is walking my dog! #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth

Our scientists w/ over 150 collaborators have released the largest functional map and wiring diagram of the brain to date – 7 years in the making. This moonshot milestone will further efforts towards understanding the cortical mechanisms of intelligence. Congrats to the teams who made this possible.

Science intersects with many aspects of life and society. The @alleninstitute.bsky.social is launching a series of Impact Partnerships, fostering dynamic collaborations between science, design, art, music, and community. (1/3)

Call me associate, not assistant* *starting 9/16/25

Predicting the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease in the next 10 years with blood biomarkers, such as p-Tau217 www.nature.com/articles/s41... @naturemedicine.bsky.social

Great news for families grappling with Dravet Syndrome. This work is a testament to how foundational science research can foster translational breakthroughs. I’m very proud of the incredible #TeamScience at the @alleninstitute.bsky.social and partnership with Seattle Children’s Research Institute.

OpenScope has been a game-changer in neuroscience and served as a shining example of #OpenScience. I'm incredibly proud of how this program has allowed important questions about the brain to be pursued and shared with the world.

The brain shapes our identity, memories, and emotions. Understanding it is key to combating brain diseases affecting over 3 billion people. #BrainAwarenessWeek highlights the @alleninstitute.bsky.social's groundbreaking work. Let's raise awareness & inspire action for brain health. #ScienceMatters

Happy #EmployeeAppreciationDay to the inspiring teams at the @alleninstitute.bsky.social. Whether you're in the lab, admin, or scientific support, your contributions are critical for our moonshots and mission. Thank you for your collaboration and commitment. Together we go farther!

Absolutely true. Vannevar Bush was critical in our transition from a country focused on ending the war to one that dominated and led scientific development globally thereafter. Bush’s report was a critical milestone. @mitofficial.bsky.social nsf-gov-resources.nsf.gov/2023-04/Endl...

Science Matters. 🔬 For 80 years, science has been a north star for the U.S. In 1945, Vannevar Bush’s report Science, The Endless Frontier called for bold government investment in research transforming our health, economy, quality of life. Science is not zero-sum—it creates value and better lives.

On this International Day of Girls and Women in Science, I want to celebrate all the women who are making significant contributions to the field of STEM. These incredible scientists are paving the way for future scientists by serving as role models for girls around the world, including my own.

This is the most relevant article to NIH and research cuts I’ve seen. Imagine if this was today , how many people would be saying “Why are we studying Gila Monsters and their impact on diabetes ? That’s wasted money !” globalnews.ca/news/9793403...

March 4 is the early registration deadline for the @keystonesymposia.bsky.social on Interoception: Neural Sensing and Control of Organ Function. If you're interested in attending, don't miss this opportunity to get $200 off! More at: www.keystonesymposia.org/conferences/... #KSInteroception25

Neuropixels and Optogenetics are delighted to announce the birth of Neuropixels Opto Combining high-resolution electrophysiology and optogenetics Today in bioRxiv 960 sites, 28 emitters, 2 colors By Lakunina, @karolinazsocha.bsky.social, Ladd, et al www.biorxiv.org/content/10.1... (1/2)

What @fredhutch.bsky.social’s faculty members achieved in 2024 was truly remarkable, and I was pleased to celebrate their work advancing clinical care research and scientific discovery at our third annual Faculty Conclave. Congrats to all the recipients of the Conclave Awards!

NEW DATA - Alzheimer's Disease neuropathology images for STG & pre-frontal cortex are now available on the Brain Knowledge Platform! Derived from donors to the Adult Changes in Thought Study with Kaiser Permanente & @uwmedicine.bsky.social. 🧠📈 community.brain-map.org/t/view-new-s... #MedSky

I'm looking forward to all of our educational and uplifting #BlackHistoryMonth events, hosted by our BASE affinity group and enjoyed by everyone at the @alleninstitute.bsky.social! Affinity groups are an essential ingredient to our culture and community #AtAllenInstitute.

I had so much fun ushering in the Year of the Snake with everyone at the @alleninstitute.bsky.social. Thank you to Mak Fai Lion Dance putting on such a great show. Wishing you all a year of health and prosperity! #LunarNewYear #YearOfTheSnake

Want a great slogan for midterms? "If you FAFO and are struggling because of Trump policies, we understand. The Dems are here for you. Tell us how we can help you " You get the point. FAFO will be the theme. Be the solution.

Community is the antidote to despair. Happy to host! 🌹

Let me give a concrete example of the importance of applications with high risk-high reward as well as the role of NIH staff in taking risks. Decades ago, a physical chemist proposed ideas about doing mass spectrometry on proteins (when this was deemed probably impossible). 1/n