🧬Introducing our first-ever handbook of genetic nephrology, with free download until 8/2025 authors.elsevier.com/a/1lSgWzcYo6... @andrewmallett8.bsky.social and I saw a gap in foundational reading of genetic nephrology and decided to gather articles that clinician and learners can all enjoy

We have 14 chapters covering 1️⃣ Clinical approaches to genetic kidney diseases 2️⃣ Core and relevant concepts in genetics 3️⃣ Research, implementation & med-ed in this growing field Big thanks to Dr. Bonventre and my incredible mentor @kidneyomicsamps.bsky.social for the opportunity and support. 🙏

Why does your DNA matter?🧬 Because it holds clues that can unlock answers, not just for your child’s care, but for families everywhere facing nephrotic syndrome. 💙 Swipe to see how your sample can spark change. #thesampsonlab #nephroticsyndrome #DNA #raredisease

Yesterday, Matt Sampson and Kathy Madrazo represented our team at the Boston Children’s Hospital Pediatric Rare Disease Summit. Matt Sampson, Pediatric Nephrologist and Principal Investigator, spoke on a panel about the critical role of language accessibility in enhancing care and research.

Kathy Madrazo, Pediatrician and Clinical Research Specialist, presented on the power of biobanking and genomic research, highlighting insights from our BIGKiDs Study. @kidneyomicsamps.bsky.social

Principal Investigator. Pediatric Nephrologist. On a mission to find a cure for nephrotic syndrome. Now in action figure form. @kidneyomicsamps.bsky.social

Congrats to Elena Martinelli for being selected among @columbiamed.bsky.social top postdocs to present her research on #APOL1 and the value of the protective M1 variant at Medicine Grand Rounds. #FSGS #genetics @apollonetwork13.bsky.social @gbadegesinlab.bsky.social @kidneyomicsamps.bsky.social

Where to go for a nice post-NKF brunch with @ksusztak.bsky.social ? To a spot whose acronym they use for marketing represents what the two of us are trying to stamp out using #kidneyomics 🧬🫘

Happy National #ChildrensBookDay! 📚 @kidneyomicsamps.bsky.social

Someone get him a nephrologist @kidneyboy.bsky.social @kidneyomicsamps.bsky.social @caulimovirus.bsky.social @therealdoctort.bsky.social

sjobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Sear... Come be @thesampsonlab.bsky.social Social Media & Community Outreach Coordinator. I am VERY interested in applicants bilingual in Spanish. We're growing by leaps and bounds & there are lots of opportunities to bring your own ideas. Please repost

Lily McCloskey, a student research assistant from last summer, reflects on her time working with our lab. Our team, made up of individuals from diverse backgrounds, fosters an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. Watch the full video here: buff.ly/2vkENNY @kidneyomicsamps.bsky.social

www.wpbf.com/article/sat-... Also was an issue here in Brookline, MA

(1/2)😡My daughter sat for SATs today & the @collegeboard SAT software froze halfway through a Reading module. By the time an AV expert arrived and got it to work on another computer, she had 16 seconds remain. After, she had to do a Math module in this state, which worked for some reason

A second measles death has now occurred (in New Mexico) in the ongoing outbreak. Weak and confusing messaging about the role of vaccination will only lead to more deaths. Vitamin A is not a substitute for vaccination - the MMR vaccine is the only reliable way to prevent measles. #IDSky #PedsIDSky

Two weeks ago, Matt touched down in Cape Town, South Africa, to attend the IPNA Congress. Thanks to everyone who presented and made it a great trip! #IPNA2025 @kidneyomicsamps.bsky.social

QOTD: Who on the team would be your emergency contact? @kidneyomicsamps.bsky.social

It’s #KidneyMonth! Here are some memes to kick it off. @kidneyomicsamps.bsky.social

With over 6,000 identified rare diseases, we are fortunate to have doctors and researchers around the globe working to learn more about nephrotic syndrome. #RareDiseaseDay #nephrology #computationalbiology #kidneyomics @kidneyomicsamps.bsky.social

Wondering if your study section cancelled? I update this sheet daily. As of today, 56/124 study sections that should have met since Jan 2, 2025 have "not met as scheduled." docs.google.com/spreadsheets...

“Dear Applicant,  The GHD study section meeting scheduled for today and tomorrow, is not occurring on these dates.  It is being postponed to later dates, to be determined.  This is because the meeting has not yet posted in the Federal Register.  I do not know when the meeting will be rescheduled..."

#EmailsToDOGE 1. Spoke about Alport syndrome to international audience at #IPNA2025 2. Peer reviewed manuscripts x2 3. Cared for children with kidney disease 4. Review clinical trial enrollment and lab results 5. Brought my daughter to South Africa to learn about effects of apartheid first hand 🇿🇦

This is the best article I’ve read so far in terms of describing the challenges impacting research in the US. I am being directly affected already. My RO1 is due to be reviewed on Monday but the study section is likely to be canceled. This will have a profound impact on our lab’s work #kidneyomics

Ok scientists & those who love science 🧪: here is another exhortation. Call Congress TODAY about the freeze on NIH Council Meetings and Study Sections. Emphasize that this means NO new grants are being funded & labs will soon start to shut down and fire employees. Phone numbers are at: 5calls.org

A great evening meeting the phenomenal @kidneyomicsamps.bsky.social & our great Oz colleagues including @cathyquinlan.bsky.social #IPNA2025

Incredible to meet & I look forward to collaborating to bring benefit to children globally

📍Cape Town, South Africa 🇿🇦 Matt is at the 2025 International Pediatric Nephrology Association (IPNA) Congress in Cape Town, South Africa, where experts are coming together to learn, connect, and push the boundaries of pediatric nephrology. #IPNA2025 @kidneyomicsamps.bsky.social

So great to spend some time chatting about pediatric nephrology and life with @louiseoni.bsky.social Great to meet folks who I admire at @ped-neph.bsky.social

With 3 former division heads, no less! Note the huge smiles! #nephsky #medsky

Hey #nephsky and others, please follow @dongwon-lee.bsky.social , my long-time collaborator and fellow PI in the @bostonchildrens.bsky.social Division of Pediatric Nephrology. @broadinstitute.org Dongwon and his team have a large role in putting the "omics" in #kidneyomics

Off to #IPNA25. Just a little pre-conference meetup at ATL @jostflynnmd.bsky.social

ATTENTION (PLEASE SHARE) If anyone has or knows of any positions that might be appropriate for the NIH staff members who were terminated, please post the information in this thread. There are lots of talented and accomplished people who may be looking for new opportunities.

It's all about balance 🥰😤 #ValentinesDay @kidneyomicsamps.bsky.social

Happy #ValentinesDay! Here are some notes from us to you 💘 @kidneyomicsamps.bsky.social

This feels like the perfect week to show the heart some love. 🫀🫶 🫘 #valentinesday #heart #nephroticsyndrome #nephrology #genomics #kidneyomics @kidneyomicsamps.bsky.social

We really do have the best team 🥹🥰 #valentinesday #nephroticsyndrome #nephrology #genomics #kidneyomics @kidneyomicsamps.bsky.social

What’s not to love?! 💙 @kidneyomicsamps.bsky.social #valentinesday #coding #genomics #nephroticsyndrome

Here’s to all of the amazing women and girls in science. 👏🧬🔬 Our lab is filled with inspiring women who advance our understanding of nephrotic syndrome every day and help pave the way for girls who want to explore STEM. #womeninscience #girlsinscience #IDWGS2025 @kidneyomicsamps.bsky.social

Hard times ahead.. Watch out, a command+F (or ctrl+F for non Mac users) that finds "diversity" can kill your grant. My R01 purely on CRKL transcript isoforms characterization in kidney development (due for review this coming week) has just been cancelled..

A little mosaic project of my favorite cell 🐙

☑️ Turn on the computer Safe to say Sid does know a few (or a lot) of steps beyond turning on his computer. @kidneyomicsamps.bsky.social

It was great to welcome Professor Melissa Little from Murdoch Children’s Research Institute to Boston Children’s Hospital this week! Dr. Little is internationally recognized as an expert on kidney development and stem cells. @mcri.bsky.social @kidneyomicsamps.bsky.social

We are excited to welcome Kristen to the lab as a Postdoctoral Fellow. Kristen’s experience in pediatric genomics will better our understanding of the genetic causes, diagnosis, and treatment of nephrotic syndromes. You can learn more about our new team members here: https://bit.ly/sampsonwelcome

366 days well spent. @kidneyomicsamps.bsky.social

There's always a way to work #kidneyomics into the conversation. Thank you for supporting us in 2024! Here's to another great year! @kidneyomicsamps.bsky.social

At least they tasted good 🍪 @kidneyomicsamps.bsky.social

Dad mode activated 👍 @kidneyomicsamps.bsky.social