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🎉 Meet FASEB’s 2026 Howard Garrison Advocacy Fellows! 🎉 This year’s 11 fellows bring diverse scientific expertise and career experiences to the fellowship. Over 10 months, they’ll build skills in science advocacy, policy, communication, and leadership. Meet the fellows: buff.ly/ANv8sWe

🧬 A study in FASEB BioAdvances links elevated LINC00966 to poorer sperm movement and finds that it suppresses PDE2A. These molecules may offer clues to the biology of male infertility and potential future biomarkers. 📖: buff.ly/OnCuRB6 #FertilityResearch #ReproductiveHealth

FASEB Member Spotlight!🌟 Connect with a community dedicated to advancing aging research. The American Aging Association brings together researchers & professionals working to advance our understanding of aging and support the next generation of scientists. Explore membership: buff.ly/NiveFfp

FASEB is proud to support the SFG 2026 Annual Meeting as a sponsor! Stop by our booth to connect with our team and learn more about FASEB’s work supporting the biological and biomedical research community.

Your research deserves a home in a journal built for your scientific community! 🔬 FASEB Cancer is officially OPEN for submissions! We're welcoming multidisciplinary basic and translational cancer research, including emerging areas of discovery. Explore & submit: buff.ly/gcXycf0

FASEB’s comments on NIH’s Draft NIH Biosafety Policy for Research Involving Biohazards urge NIH to keep administrative burden proportionate to risk, provide clear review pathways, and ensure that reporting requirements do not discourage researchers from disclosing adverse events. buff.ly/9Aq5Aue

🧬 Gene activity can behave like a switch, not a dimmer. A review in FASEB BioAdvances explores how this happens and why small changes in gene regulators can have bigger effects on cell function. 🔗 Read the study: buff.ly/6a96d0X #Genetics #GeneExpression

🧬 RNA helps shape how BICC1 interacts with other proteins in human cells, a study in FASEB BioAdvances finds. These connections may help researchers better understand BICC1’s roles in cell function and disease. 📖 Read the study: buff.ly/wuA8SH2 #CellBiology #RNAResearch

🧬 Low oxygen can change how tumors use energy. A review in The FASEB Journal explores how lactate-related protein changes called lactylation may help esophageal cancer grow and evade immune defenses. Could this point to future research targets? 🔗 Read the review: buff.ly/TKhPAIL #CancerResearch

🔬 Introducing Keiran Smalley, PhD, of Moffitt Cancer Center, as the founding Editor-in-Chief of FASEB Cancer! Our newest journal is led by cancer scientists, for the cancer research community. 📅 Submissions open October 19! Learn more: buff.ly/BpDjNHG

🩸 A study of 30 gastric cancer patients found that circulating tumor cell levels changed after treatment, and patients classified as high-risk had lower survival during follow-up. More research is needed to validate these potential blood-based markers. buff.ly/k6uHUn3 #CancerResearch #Biomarkers

🧬 Aptamers are short DNA or RNA strands that can recognize specific targets. New tools like AI are helping scientists design them for potential uses in diagnostics and treatment. buff.ly/9zzYJvW #Biotechnology #MedicalResearch

🧴 A study in FASEB BioAdvances found that activating G12 signaling thickened the outer skin layer and improved its protective barrier in mice, without substantial inflammation. Could this help guide future research into skin barrier disorders? buff.ly/n7Yxlqs #SkinHealth #CellBiology

🌊 How do aquatic animals sense environmental change? A review explores TRPA1, a protein that helps cells respond to temperature, chemicals, light, salinity, and mechanical cues, and may help aquatic species adapt to complex environments. #AquaticBiology Read the review: buff.ly/XRUUG4R

Enjoying the @faseborg.bsky.social meeting on neuronal transcription in Florida! Even got to crash the Greenberg alum party 🥳 BUT #Arc>#fos

🧬 More than 6 years after COVID-19 began, its origins remain debated. A review examines evidence surrounding possible research-related and zoonotic origins and why continued investigation matters for future pandemic preparedness. 🔗 Read the article: buff.ly/yW5rttS #COVID19 #PublicHealth

FASEB supports the Energy Sciences Coalition’s call for at least $10B for the DOE Office of Science in FY 2028, plus up to $5B in supplemental or unobligated funds to advance foundational research, infrastructure, biotechnology, AI, quantum science & more. View the statement: buff.ly/9i8pCpT

Deadline today! Finish submitting your applications!

🫁 Pulmonary fibrosis may involve more than the lungs. A review explores how the lungs communicate with the gut, liver, thyroid, brain, kidneys, cardiovascular system, and oral microbiota, and how these connections may influence disease progression. #LungHealth Read the article: buff.ly/5eo7K0G

⏳Deadline approaching! FASEB LEAD creates space for professionals across the FASEB community to exchange knowledge, explore leadership challenges, & learn from one another through a 12-month bidirectional mentoring partnership. Learn more & apply now! buff.ly/U6boaDs

What does the gut have to do with the liver’s ability to heal? 🦠 A new review in The FASEB Journal explores evidence that gut microbes may influence liver regeneration after surgery or injury—and what that could mean for future approaches to recovery: buff.ly/1pPjL59

Scientific discoveries drive advances in medicine. 🔬 Expert merit review helps ensure research funding decisions are informed by those who understand the science. Make your voice heard! Create and send a personalized letter to your members of Congress using FASEB’s advocacy tool. ➡️ buff.ly/BlkGecl

Scientific progress takes time. Federal research depends on merit-based peer review & stable, multiyear awards to support researchers, students, facilities & partnerships. Cuts and new uncertainty put future discoveries at risk. #NSFfunded

🎉 It’s #NPAW2026! FASEB is celebrating National Postdoc Appreciation Week, and the postdoctoral scholars whose contributions help advance research and discovery. This year’s theme celebrates 150 years of the U.S. postdoc position! Explore NPA’s events and join the celebration: buff.ly/yYPjYQ8

Scientific breakthroughs start with bold questions. 🔬 Decisions about scientific merit should be informed by experts who understand the science—not political influence. Make your voice heard. Create and send a personalized letter to Congress with FASEB ➡️ buff.ly/BlkGecl

Great day on Capitol Hill in Washington DC at #RallyForMedicalResearch, meeting with members of Congress and telling them of the tremendous impact of NIH-funded research on understanding health and discovering new treatments for disease. @faseborg.bsky.social #fundNIH

Attending last nights reception at the #RallyforMedicalResearch as @faseborg.bsky.social President, I was delighted to talk to NIH Director Jay Bhattacharya about women’s reproductive health and the NIH-funded research that led to discovery of KNDy cells and new treatments for hot flushes! #fundNIH

Thrilled to be at the #RallyForMedicalResearch with the Michigan delegation. Grateful to @faseborg.bsky.social for supporting my participation. #FundNIH

📢 Medical research drives hope—and progress! Research funded by NIH is the cornerstone of new advances against the toughest diseases we face, and it fuels jobs and economic growth across the United States. Tell Congress to make medical research a top priority: buff.ly/1iAmlXD

Research means hope! Join the 14th Annual #RallyMedRes on September 17 from anywhere in the U.S. by participating in the National Day of Action! Learn more: buff.ly/1iAmlXD

What do recent & proposed U.S. immigration policy changes mean for international students & researchers? Join us TODAY for our Advocacy Town Hall with Diane Rish of the International Student Resource Center for updates on D/S, OPT, the proposed H-1B fee & more. Register: buff.ly/Gd8PMp6

Thinking about applying to FASEB LEAD? Learn more before you apply! Join a virtual information session on September 16 at 4:30 pm ET to learn how this bidirectional mentoring program works—including eligibility, the application process, program expectations, and participant matching. buff.ly/8zKTsXD

💡 Are you interested in FASEB LEAD? Join a virtual information session on September 16 at 4:30 pm ET to learn how this bidirectional mentoring program works—including eligibility, the application process, program expectations, and participant matching. Register here: buff.ly/8zKTsXD

What do recent & proposed U.S. immigration policy changes mean for international students & researchers? Join FASEB’s September 15 Advocacy Town Hall with Diane Rish of the International Student Resource Center for updates on D/S, OPT, the proposed H-1B fee & more. Register: buff.ly/GFIqUA0

Interested in FASEB LEAD? Join a virtual information session on September 3 at noon ET to learn how this bidirectional mentoring program works—including eligibility, the application process, program expectations, and participant matching. Register here: buff.ly/AV94W1V

Why do so many Alzheimer's clinical trials fail? 🧠 A new Perspective in The FASEB Journal identifies 5 recurring reasons—from the wrong target or timing to patient selection—and asks how lessons from past setbacks could lead to smarter trials. 🔗 buff.ly/hV0eUtT #AlzheimersDisease #ClinicalTrials

📢 Last day to apply! FASEB’s Howard Garrison Advocacy Fellowship provides the training, tools, and experience to strengthen your advocacy and science communication skills, connect with science policy experts, and influence policy. Join the next generation of scientific leaders! buff.ly/IEXx1y2

🔬 What happens when part of the SARS-CoV-2 spike protein reaches brain cells? A FASEB BioAdvances study getting renewed attention found that the S1 portion could enter neuron-like cells and trigger a pathway leading to cell death. Take a look 👇 buff.ly/IRNCofk

FASEB submits comments on the NSF’s Draft Guidance on Financial Assistance (GFA), which will replace the Proposal and Award Policies and Procedures Guide (PAPPG). FASEB’s comments offer seven key recommendations. Read them here ➡️ buff.ly/0PvejYU

📢 Abstracts for #CEAgingSRC due August 24! For 20+ years, this meeting has united researchers studying chromatin and epigenetics in aging. Join researchers in Ireland to discuss aging clocks, gene regulatory networks, and emerging therapeutic targets. buff.ly/et3HkfE

Learn from someone whose experiences & perspective differ from your own! FASEB LEAD creates space for professionals across the FASEB community to share knowledge and explore leadership challenges through a 12-month bidirectional mentoring partnership. Learn more! buff.ly/kAVzqPw

⏰ Today is the deadline! FASEB Cancer is seeking its inaugural Editor-in-Chief. Interested in helping shape our new cancer research journal—or know a scientific leader who should? Express interest or submit a nomination by TODAY, Aug. 10. 🔗 buff.ly/lzyfcn2

The Hippo pathway is transforming our understanding of cancer biology & therapeutic development. Join researchers from academia, industry, and biotech at #HippoSRC for four days of scientific exchange and collaboration. Register by August 25! buff.ly/Sugp9Vi

How does experience change the brain at the molecular level? The inaugural #NeuroExpSRC will bring together researchers studying experience-regulated transcription and neuronal plasticity to share the latest discoveries and build new collaborations. Find out more and register: buff.ly/qoyt0rW

HCS was honored to be featured by @faseborg.bsky.social at the Cilia and Centrosomes Summer Research Conference in Washington, DC! We were excited to introduce our grants & awards program and connect with researchers in this vibrant community. Learn more: hcs.memberclicks.net/grants-awards

Wow! The @faseborg.bsky.social Cilia and Centrosome conference has come to a close. It’s been a wonderful week, replete with trafficking, signaling, structure, membrane biology, metabolism, human genetics, model organisms and even therapeutics. Thank you, happy cilia and centrosome swashbucklers!