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Ali Chou

@ali-chou.bsky.social
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Experimental and computational chemical biologist with a brain wired for drug discovery. Always optimizing my 24 hours. 80% ambidextrous.

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Ali Chou @ali-chou.bsky.social · 24/02/2025
Join me at Pittcon this Sunday! I’ll be giving a 90-min workshop on « Science Communication for Interdisciplinary Researchers! » more info: labscievents.pittcon.org/event/pittco... #scicomm #scientist #pittcon
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Science Communications for Interdisciplinary Researchers
In today's rapidly evolving research landscape, it is crucial for scientists to communicate their work effectively to diverse audiences. In different scenarios, e.g. presenting a poster or talk at a f...
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Ali Chou @ali-chou.bsky.social · 19/02/2025
Looks like a great time!
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Ali Chou @ali-chou.bsky.social · 16/02/2025
At @aaas.org, I spoke with a #SciPol Fellow whose fellowship has been impacted. As a scientist, I’m concerned these challenges in impacting the U.S.'s scientific edge. While many discuss scientific breakthrough, there’s clearly uncertainty when the conversation shifts to the political situation.
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Ali Chou @ali-chou.bsky.social · 16/02/2025
Vive le Canada. #proudCanadian
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Ali Chou @ali-chou.bsky.social · 16/02/2025
Had an amazing time at #AAASmtg! Met inspiring people, scored some awesome socks, and walked away with fresh ideas. Big thanks to @aaas.org for delivering, even in the midst of all the political chaos! Until next time! #ScienceMatters #Networking #Innovation
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Ali Chou @ali-chou.bsky.social · 15/02/2025
What you see is a room of #scicommunicators, #scientists, and #newsroom reporters doing Improv! The concept of “yes, and” is so ever important to make sure your message gets across with an understanding of your audience. #activelistening Thanks Mark for this session! #AAASmtg
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Ali Chou @ali-chou.bsky.social · 15/02/2025
Back to my #SciComm vibe! @phuturedoctors.bsky.social, @byjasonpdinh.bsky.social, & Joe Palca shared distinct perspectives on developing & covering science stories. It’s fascinating to observe the dynamics, making it all super engaging—really useful for designing my #SciComm workshop at Pittcon 😛.
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Ali Chou @ali-chou.bsky.social · 15/02/2025
I’m encouraged by the so-far-so-good results of #CAR-T cells in human clinical trials for autoimmune diseases! Side note: If you’re interested in a clever twist of CAR-T, called “CAART,” that could reduce global immunosuppression, check out Dr. Aimee Payne’s work @columbiauniversity.bsky.social
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Living Drugs for the Skin, and Beyond
In the lab, Aimee Payne, Columbia’s new chair of dermatology, is transforming cells into living drugs for autoimmune diseases of the skin.
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Ali Chou @ali-chou.bsky.social · 15/02/2025
Last day of @aaas.org and a full day of scientific sessions, #comms workshop, and #scipol panels! Brb. Getting my morning coffee now! #AAASmtg
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Ali Chou @ali-chou.bsky.social · 15/02/2025
Just attended an incredible #storytelling workshop w/ Frank Sessno, Julia Cort & Harrison Watson! One question, “What makes you compelling?” made me reflect on how storytelling isn’t just about facts, but about characters & connection. Can’t wait to incorporate these in my Pittcon #scicomm workshop!
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Ali Chou @ali-chou.bsky.social · 14/02/2025
As a former glyco-scientist, #microbiome fascinates me! In this panel, Profs @laurakiessling.bsky.social, Susan Lynch, @contaminatedsci.bsky.social, and George Gerber explored live microbial #biotherapeutics, colonization success, and how ML tools are advancing the field. So much potential!
Panel discussion: left to right: Laura Kiessling, Sue Lynch, Tami Lieberman, Georg Gerber
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Ali Chou @ali-chou.bsky.social · 14/02/2025
#DYK? The EPA approved a game-changing RNA pesticide in 2024! It uses RNAi to target Colorado potato beetles with minimal off-target effects, saving crops and $500M annually in losses. Prof Luis Jurat-Fuentes from UTennessee shared exciting insights on next-gen pest control. #Agriculture #Innovation
Prof Juan Luis Jurat-Fuentes gives a talk about RNA-based pesticides
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Ali Chou @ali-chou.bsky.social · 14/02/2025
Thanks @kcs-umasslowell.bsky.social for selecting me as one of 6 Wong Research Fund Award recipients! Excited to represent the college at the @aaas.org meeting, where policy, science, and communication intersect. Stay tuned for updates! #AAASmtg #AAAS
Ali in front of a globe at AAAS meeting at Hynes Convention Center
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Ali Chou @ali-chou.bsky.social · 01/02/2025
#caturday mood today when I hear about the steep tariffs on goods from Mexico, Canada, and China.
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Ali Chou @ali-chou.bsky.social · 01/02/2025
There is a wealth of scientific and social evidence showing how diversity efforts positively impact society. As a scientist, I find it both unbelievable and frustrating that politics is playing such a monopolizing role in this progress. #DiversityMatters
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Ali Chou @ali-chou.bsky.social · 31/01/2025
Ali Chou - Industry scientist in early drug discovery, and working on protein biochemistry and hit ID!
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Ali Chou @ali-chou.bsky.social · 31/01/2025
@altnih4science.bsky.social
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Ali Chou @ali-chou.bsky.social · 31/01/2025
As a scientist, it’s frustrating to see vital research stall due to funding confusion. Lives are at stake, and researchers are in the dark. This freeze isn’t just a policy—it’s a threat to progress. #ScienceMatters @cnn.com www.cnn.com/2025/01/29/u...
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A freeze on federal funding has been paused, but many facets of American life are left in limbo. Here’s what we know | CNN
A federal judge temporarily blocked part of the Trump administration’s pause on federal grants and loans Tuesday, just hours before it was set to take effect, as a slew of advocacy groups, charities, ...
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Ali Chou @ali-chou.bsky.social · 30/01/2025
Hello! I am an industry scientist in drug discovery and also pursuing my PhD degree in computational chemistry! Here is my profile (just set it up today!): orcid.org/0009-0000-10... I'd love to be added to share chemistry research news/innovations!
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