Brain network responsible for Parkinson’s disease identified

Don’t be afraid to try things. Working on a research project in college changed the trajectory of Dr. Dave Jackson's career, & he shared more about his career path, his research on plant growth & development, challenges he has overcome, advice, & more. www.peoplebehindthescience.com/dr-dave-jack...

It's hard for me to imagine suddenly having no words. The impacts of losing the ability to communicate are profound. This episode focuses on language recovery after #stroke & speech therapy treatments & innovations to help reconnect people w/ their friends, family, & community. tinyurl.com/55peanc9

Health isn't just about the coordinated efforts of our immune systems. The foundations of health & well-being are multi-faceted, & mitochondria likely play a much bigger role than I realized. This Substack from @martinpicardenergy.bsky.social & @msahsorin.bsky.social has been eye-opening! #scicomm 🧪

There's still time to register for the Young World Federation for Neurorehabilitation (WFNR) Webinar January 29, 2pm CET/8am EST! The webinar will feature speakers discussing important topics related to non-invasive brain stimulation in #neurorehabilitation. www.wfnr.co.uk/events/event...

Dr. Joyce Ohm studies epigenomics in development & disease, particularly in cancer. Your cells package the genome differently to efficiently use genes they need. This is key during development, & there are problems with the epigenome in cancer. #scicomm www.peoplebehindthescience.com/dr-joyce-ohm...

Educators, the deadline to apply for our python workshop is approaching quickly! Apply by February 2 to join us in Seattle for this hands-on workshop. 💻 No prior coding experience needed. ✈️ Travel, meals, & stipend included. 🔗 https://alleninstitute.org/events/educator-coding-workshop-2026/

When it comes to treating & living w/ neurological conditions, a few big questions are: what do we know, & what can we do to improve quality of life? I'm excited to invite you to join us for candid chats about science, evidence-based interventions, & lived experiences. 🧠🔄 🧠📈 🧪 tinyurl.com/v423m69h

Sometimes even the best-laid plans have to change. Dr. Bryan Cassone discussed his early pivot from pharmacy to #biology, & how he's never looked back. He shared stories about his 1st research grant, traveling the world for field work, football, & more! www.peoplebehindthescience.com/dr-bryan-cas...

Dr. Natalia Vergara uses stem cells to understand how the retina forms during development and how it degenerates during disease. She aims to develop therapies to help patients who suffer from vision loss. Learn more about her life & research: www.peoplebehindthescience.com/dr-natalia-v... #scicomm

Today is the last day to apply for our cell type summer workshop! 🗓️ April 6-8 in Seattle, WA ❌ No application fee. ✈️ Travel support available to accepted applicants. 🔗 https://alleninstitute.org/events/2026-cell-types-workshop/ #neuroskyence

Loving @martinpicardenergy.bsky.social work bridging science and experience of energy with a focus on mitochondrial dynamics. check out his energy resistance principle: www.cell.com/cell-metabol... #energy

Registration is now open for our 2026 Annual Meeting in Los Angeles! Join us March 25-27th for 3 days of excellent symposia, posters, professional development sessions, networking & more. Early bird discounted registration rates are available until March 2nd. Visit www.asnr.com/asnr2026 for details!

Thank you Marie for holding a (digital) space for one of the most *real* conversations I've had in a long time. “Do not fear to be eccentric in opinion, for every opinion now accepted was once eccentric.” — Bertrand Russell

This was a fun conversation with a wonderful scientist doing cool research at the intersection of quantum mechanics, biophysics, biomedical engineering, & #neuroscience! We covered a range of topics from light-emitting cells in the brain to lab Olympics, travel mishaps, advice, and more! #scicomm 🧪

What are the benefits of remote sampling in #antidoping ? Dr. Daniel Westmattelmann discusses his transition from a professional cyclist to anti-doping research, as well as the outcomes of his PCC-funded project to implement a remote sampling system. cleancompetition.org/anti-doping-...

Thanks to Dr. McNeely @phdmarie.bsky.social for profiling our work and putting together such an awesome podcast on scientists--the people behind the work. #STEM And now that #Basal and #Tuft are quasi famous.... will have to post them here. ;)

Knowing how #cancer starts can inform treatment & prevention. @tgoliver.bsky.social shares her discovery that small cell lung cancer likely originates from lung basal stem cells, stories of persisting through challenges, mentors who helped her on her path, and more! #scicomm 👩‍🔬 tinyurl.com/46wt3ze8

🚨 Our abstract submission deadline for #ASNR2026 is LESS THAN ONE WEEK AWAY! Visit our website and submit your abstract ASAP to share your work at our upcoming Annual Meeting in Los Angeles March 24-27, 2026! asnr.com/2026-abstracts #neurorehabilitation #neuroscience #rehabilitation

📢 Reminder! Just a few days left to apply for the #Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair (NNR) Early Career Editorial Program! Applications are due December 1st! More information and details on how to apply here: www.asnr.com/files/Call_f... #rehabilitation #careerdevelopment #neuroscience

I love a good story where unlikely collaborations pave the way for some really cool advances, & this story did not disappoint! Dr. John Eiler (geochemistry rock star—pun intended!) has been working with Dr. Thomas Piper & other #anti-doping experts to improve doping detection in sports. #scicomm 🧪

Our new episode with Dr. Scotty Yang has it all: A life-changing flyer about exploring the mountains at night, fire ants, spotted lanternflies, lab competitions, desk pets, scientific struggles, advice & a healthy dose of basketball! Check it out here: www.peoplebehindthescience.com/dr-scotty-ya...

Dr. @laurelbuxbaum.bsky.social will present her research at the interface between cognitive representations of objects & action planning processes to the Swiss Association for Neuropsychology tomorrow (11/20) @ 10:30am EST. Attendance is open to all interested via Zoom: unige.zoom.us/j/6572689738...

You don't have to have each step planned out as you chart your career path in #neurorehabilitation. In this blog article, Dr. Julie Schwertfeger described how her career evolved over the years as she pursued her passions & embraced exciting opportunities along the way. www.asnr.com/files/ASNR_C...

How do #emotions like boredom & anger impact our daily lives? Dr. Heather Lench describes her exciting #research, how she navigated different steps of her career & her interests in glassblowing & a variety of other hobbies. www.peoplebehindthescience.com/dr-heather-l... #scicomm #psychology #science

⏰The clock is ticking to get your LOI submitted for the 2026 Parkinson's Foundation Postdoctoral Fellowship! Applications close Wednesday, 10/22 at 3:00pm 😱 For more information and to apply, please visit: www.parkinson.org/advancing-re...

We appreciate this amazing partnership with the team at @innovativeresearch.bsky.social! Thank you for helping us share the stories of scientists through our @pbtscience.bsky.social podcast! #scicomm #science #STEM #podcasts #biotech #bio

Dr. Kristen Lynch studies how cells decide when to use an entire part of their DNA vs when to exclude parts that aren't useful or may be harmful. She's examining alternative splicing in the immune system & what happens when cells face immune challenges. www.peoplebehindthescience.com/dr-kristen-l...

New episode! The detrimental impacts of doping extend far beyond a missed medal ceremony for clean athletes. Olympic bronze medalist Shannon Rowbury shared her remarkable athletic career, her commitment to #cleansport, and her story from the London 2012 Games. 🚫💊 cleancompetition.org/anti-doping-...

Neurologist Dr. Bruce Dobkin discusses his his personal experience with progressive sensorineural hearing loss and the musical hallucinosis that followed implantation of his unilateral cochlear neuroprosthesis. journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.... #neurorehabilitation #rehabilitation #hearingloss

www.universityofcalifornia.edu/news/thrilli.... Great write up about BCI research in the UC system.

I enjoyed speaking with Dr. Rahul Gupta in this interview about his work in drug control policy, including initiatives to address the opioid epidemic, save lives, protect clean sport, & improve public health. We also covered the cool work he is doing now in predictive diagnostics and drug discovery.

Don't miss the 2025 New York #BCI Symposium October 3-4th at The New York Academy of Medicine! This 2-day global symposium will include engaging keynotes, panels, and breakout sessions led by top experts in #neuroscience, surgery, neurotech, and regulation. www.nybci.com/event/2886b6... #NYBCI25

What do the experts think about the recent results from clinical trials of stem cell-derived dopamine cell therapies for #Parkinsons? 1. The trials were safe 2. "It appears that none of the patients have shown a dramatic reversal of their PD" academic.oup.com/brain/advanc...

This was a fun episode with lots of talk of #darkmatter, particle #physics, #astrophysics, and what life is like when you dedicate your career to making new discoveries in these areas! Dr. Djuna Croon is a fantastic researcher and science communicator, and I enjoyed our chat! 👩‍🔬 🧪

A blood test for pain? New work in Nature identifies circulating biomarkers that distinguish chronic pain states—offering a path toward objective, biologically grounded diagnostics. #PainResearch #Neuroskyence #Biomarkers #ScienceWatch #SciComm #ScienceInTranslation #ChronicPain

We are grateful to @innovativeresearch.bsky.social for their support of our new #podcast episode w/ Dr. Beth Stroupe! They have been great partners in helping us share the stories of scientists for 3 years! Follow them & visit www.innov-research.com for more info on their products & services. #bio

The road to scientific discovery can be long & full of unexpected twists. Dr. Beth Stroupe shared her career path & a recent structural #biology breakthrough in her lab that was decades in the making. Learn more in this new podcast episode! #scicomm 👩‍🔬 www.peoplebehindthescience.com/dr-beth-stro...

⛰️ High-altitude air helps mice with Parkinson’s In mice with Parkinson’s-like disease, breathing lower-oxygen air (like at high altitudes) protected brain cells and improved movement, even after symptoms began. 🔗 www.nature.com/articles/s41... #Parkinsons 🧪 #SciComm

CRN Team Surmeier has now shown that individual neurons in the basal ganglia make highly precise decisions about when to allow and when to actively stop specific movements. 🔗 Read the full #publication: bit.ly/4785CBr ✏️ @antofala.bsky.social @harsh-kanodia.bsky.social

Understanding how motor control & motor learning are affected by neurological conditions is key for maximizing the effectiveness of #neurorehabilitation. In this article, Dr. @jamesmfinley.bsky.social discusses his career, research, the impacts of federal funding & more. www.asnr.com/files/Import...

Amazing mentors have been instrumental in helping me get to where I am today, but cultivating a mentorship network is a skill. Looking forward to hearing advice and insights from these 3 fantastic scientists!

Proteins aren't static, & the dynamic nature of proteins is critical for many biological functions. Dr. Ganesh Anand brings the world of shape-changing proteins to life as he discusses his research on molecular switches, his career path & more! www.peoplebehindthescience.com/dr-ganesh-an... #scicomm

This month’s Discover ASAP features Ricardo Márquez Gómez of @craggasap.bsky.social, discussing a fluid-wall microfluidic platform to model human corticostriatal circuits 🧪 This platform enables axon studies, long-term culture, & scalable testing for #Parkinsons. 📺 youtu.be/dutY_mxext4

Mount Holyoke College in lovely western Massachusetts is hiring a tenure-track neuroscientist. Amazing students and fantastic faculty support - please share! mtholyoke.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Extern...

My lab is hiring a postdoc to work on new TDP-43 biomarkers! Please get in touch and re-post!

Great opportunity for #neurology residents interested in learning more about movement disorders! The application deadline is coming up on August 1st! 🧠🔄 🧠📈 education.movementdisorders.org/Detail/946/M...

2/ The Rehabilitation Research Program is hiring a Postdoctoral Fellow in the field of neurorehabilitation with a focus on stroke, as well as traumatic brain injury, to lead clinical research projects to develop and test rehabilitation interventions. ubc.wd10.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/ubcsta...