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American Society for Pharmacology & Experimental Therapeutics: Our members conduct research that develops disease-fighting medicines and therapeutic agents. 🔬 Stay-up-to-date on ASPET Journals: @aspetjournals.bsky.social. www.aspet.org

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ASPET @aspet-org.bsky.social · 2h
Following the People for Effective and Ethical Research (PEER) Capitol Hill Day yesterday, today ASPET staff and members helped sponsor a briefing to educate legislators and staff on the power of using animals in research for clinical innovation.
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ASPET @aspet-org.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
🏛️🐊 ASPET members and staff met with members of Congress - and Alphonse the Alligator, who graces the office of Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) - during today's People for Effective and Ethical Research (PEER) Hill Day advocating for biomedical research.
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ASPET @aspet-org.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Mifepristone’s history is as much a story of scientific discovery as it is one of advocacy, politics, and access. Explore how a medicine repeatedly supported by clinical evidence became one of the most closely scrutinized—and contested—drugs in reproductive health: ow.ly/vtoT50ZSoqf
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ASPET @aspet-org.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
The JPET section "Clinical Pharmacology" has been established to underscore the critical role that clinical pharmacology plays in advancing human health. Learn more and contribute your research: ow.ly/JbVi50ZFOPE #pharmsky 🧪
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ASPET @aspet-org.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Join ASPET for a webinar designed for students exploring graduate studies in pharmacology, open to BOTH members and non-members! Faculty and graduate students from Boston University will share what to expect from their pharmacology training program: ow.ly/rsqw50ZR5k3 #pharmsky 🧪
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ASPET @aspet-org.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
The PhRMA Foundation and Drug Metabolism and Disposition are partnering on a special issue, and the first author of up to five winning papers will win a Challenge Award of $5,000! Apply by February 1, 2027: ow.ly/JfNF50ZQXFK #pharmsky 🧪
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ASPET @aspet-org.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Interested in introducing undergraduate students to pharmacology research? Learn how to bring SURF to your campus! Deadline: October 1, 2026. ow.ly/ZePx50ZQjMT #pharmsky 🧪
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ASPET @aspet-org.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Check out the ASPET blog on Pharmaco Corner, and read how Dr. Tri Widyawati's experiences at three different World Congresses of Pharmacology shaped her understanding of community and collaboration. Read the blog at ow.ly/l5k550ZJB7K. IUPHAR/BPS Guide to Pharmacology #pharmsky 🧪
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ASPET @aspet-org.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
🤝 Meet the speakers! At ASPET's upcoming workshop, Turning Setbacks into Strategies: Lessons from Pharma and Biotech, you'll hear how these leading industry professionals navigated project setbacks and moved forward to success. Register today at ow.ly/L5I150ZPQPo!
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ASPET @aspet-org.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Don't miss out on tomorrow's webinar, which will highlight emerging opportunities to identify and exploit cancer-specific vulnerabilities, advancing the development of innovative precision therapies. Register here: ow.ly/maw750ZPE9T #pharmsky 🧪
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ASPET @aspet-org.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
It's here - the new and improved ASPET career center! Whether you're looking for your next career move or recruiting and hiring top pharmacology talent, the new platform is built to make connection easier than ever. Try it at careers.aspet.org!
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ASPET @aspet-org.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
It’s National Postdoc Appreciation Week! We’re celebrating our postdoc members for their contributions to pharmacological research, innovation, mentorship, and discovery. Join us in recognizing and thanking our postdoc community! #NPAW2026
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ASPET @aspet-org.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Today's the final day to submit your application for ASPET'S Editorial Fellowship program! Don't miss this opportunity to learn all aspects of the submission process, peer review, and editorial decisions for scientific journals: bit.ly/4xETeTx #pharmsky 🧪
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ASPET @aspet-org.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
ASPET members and staff joined our fellow scientific societies for the 2026 Rally for Medical Research Hill Day, meeting with members of Congress and their staff to urge them to protect funding for NIH.
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ASPET @aspet-org.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
ASPET's Editorial Fellowship program, designed to build important skills as a peer reviewer and as an editor in scientific publishing, is perfect for senior post-doctoral fellows and junior faculty members. Send in your applications by this Friday: bit.ly/4xETeTx #pharmsky 🧪
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ASPET @aspet-org.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
FASEB LEAD is a bidirectional mentoring program connecting professionals across career stages, disciplines, roles, organizations, and experiences. Bring what you know. Learn from a different perspective. Grow your leadership skills. Apply by October 5: www.faseb.org/workforce/faseb-lead
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ASPET @aspet-org.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
NOTE: This webinar is open to all interested in attending. Join us as two leading investigators highlight emerging opportunities to identify and exploit cancer-specific vulnerabilities, advancing the development of innovative precision therapies. Register: ow.ly/tIw150ZMI8w #pharmsky 🧪
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ASPET @aspet-org.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
🚨There's one week left to nominate a colleague, mentor, or yourself for a Scientific Achievement Award or a Division-Sponsored Award! Celebrate your peers for their contributions to pharmacology and experimental therapeutics, or to submit your own work: ow.ly/O2Zc50ZMC2b
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ASPET @aspet-org.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Don't miss your chance to break into the world of scientific publishing! Applications for the ASPET Editorial Fellowship program close this Friday. Learn more: ow.ly/lz1L50ZM4gG #pharmsky 🧪
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ASPET @aspet-org.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
It's here - the new and improved ASPET career center! Whether you're looking for your next career move or recruiting and hiring top pharmacology talent, the new platform is built to make connection easier than ever. Try it at careers.aspet.org!
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ASPET @aspet-org.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Do you know someone who should be recognized for their meritorious achievement in advancing pharmacology through their scientific achievements, mentorship, and service to ASPET? Nominate them to be an ASPET Fellow! 📆 Nominations Due: September 21 ➡️ www.aspet.org/FASPET
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ASPET @aspet-org.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Vikram Aditya, a PhD Candidate, is the Molecular Pharmacology HTA for September 2026. His research focuses on OATP1B1, one of the uptake transport proteins that helps move drugs from the blood into the liver cells and investigates whether KDAC6 can affect how it functions: ow.ly/oGxI50ZIW2X
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ASPET @aspet-org.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
📢 Just Announced: Speakers for Turning Setbacks into Strategies, Oct. 15 in Philadelphia. Register for an afternoon of real-world case studies, engaging presentations, facilitated discussions, and a networking reception. ow.ly/pKs150ZLvOk
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ASPET @aspet-org.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
NEW on Pharmaco Corner. Tri Widyawati, PhD, reflects on her experiences at three different World Congresses of Pharmacology, and how they shaped her understanding of community and collaboration with her colleagues. Read the blog at ow.ly/l5k550ZJB7K. #pharmsky 🧪 WCP2026
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ASPET @aspet-org.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
📢 Sign up for tomorrow's webinar, and explore how mechanistic pharmacokinetic-pharmacodynamic (PKPD) modeling can advance the development of next-generation antibody-based therapeutics. Learn more and sign up: ow.ly/14y350ZKFJ3 ow.ly/14y350ZKFJ3 #pharmsky 🧪
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ASPET @aspet-org.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
The recently passed continuing resolution includes bipartisan language that would prohibit OMB from finalizing its Federal Assistance Guidelines rulemaking until at least Dec. 11. Your advocacy had a DIRECT impact on this legislation. ASPET will continue to work for the withdrawal of the rulemaking.
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ASPET @aspet-org.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Meet the early career scientists, Ekta Gupta and Aiden-Hung Nguyen, PharmD, who were highlighted in the August 2026 issue of The Pharmacologist. Learn what drives them and why their research is important to them: thepharmacologist.org/on-their-way-…
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ASPET @aspet-org.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
ASPET is encouraging members of the pharmacology and research community to take a few minutes to share their ideas and help shape future NIH Common Fund priorities. Responses may be submitted anonymously. Deadline: September 19: grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/notice-…
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NOT-RM-26-004: Request for Information: NIH Common Fund is Soliciting Ideas for NIH-wide Challenges and Opportunities
NIH Funding Opportunities and Notices in the NIH Guide for Grants and Contracts: Request for Information: NIH Common Fund is Soliciting Ideas for NIH-wide Challenges and Opportunities NOT-RM-26-004. RMOD
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ASPET @aspet-org.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
ASPET is proud to announce the 2026-2027 Washington Fellows! The Washington Fellows will learn about and engage in public policy issues, strengthen their communication skills, learn how to advocate for science, and more. ➡️ Meet the Fellows: ow.ly/cw3V50ZJj5K
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ASPET @aspet-org.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
Meet ASPET Program Committee Chair Khalid Garman, MD, MSc, PhD. From medical school through a career spanning research, teaching, mentorship and service, Dr. Garman shares his journey in pharmacology and advice for young scientists: thepharmacologist.org/leadership-pr…
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ASPET @aspet-org.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Registration is OPEN for our new interactive workshop about the ways scientists at pharma and biotech companies transform setbacks into opportunities for growth. Join us in Philadelphia Oct. 15 for real-world case studies, engaging presentations, and a networking reception. ow.ly/zTLF50ZHIAC
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ASPET @aspet-org.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
Nominate a peer, mentee or yourself for an early career division-sponsored award! Offered by several divisions, these awards recognize outstanding contributions from rising stars in specific areas of pharmacology. 🔗 www.aspet.org/aspet/meetings-awards…
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ASPET @aspet-org.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Our career center is getting a major upgrade. Whether you're searching for your next opportunity or looking to hire top pharmacology talent, the new platform is built to make that connection easier than ever. We can't wait to show you what's new. Stay tuned for more details!
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ASPET @aspet-org.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Kay Meier, PhD, reflects on the vital role of international collaboration in advancing pharmacology and highlights how global partnerships strengthen scientific exchange, support trainees, and reinforce the shared goal of improving human health: ow.ly/Yl5t50ZGvVa
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Message from the President - The Pharmacologist
This month, I would like to share some thoughts about the importance of international collaboration to the scientific enterprise. These ruminations are prompted in part by my participation in the World Pharmacology Congress (WPC) that was held in Melbourne in July. This congress, held every four years, provides an opportunity for pharmacology societies throughout the world to network and collaborate while sharing their science. ASPET, as a Diamond Sponsor at the meeting, sponsored a terrific plenary talk delivered by Dr. Katerina Akassoglou, ASPET Fellow. The ASPET team held productive...
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ASPET @aspet-org.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
The ASPET Editorial Fellowship program is a one-year program designed to build important skills as a peer reviewer and as an editor. Applications due September 18! Learn more and apply now: bit.ly/4xETeTx #pharmsky 🧪
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ASPET @aspet-org.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
📅 The deadline is next week for ASPET 2027 session proposals. Submit by Sept. 3 to share your ideas, help create engaging panel discussions, and bring awareness to new information. www.aspet.org/aspet/meetings-awards… See less
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ASPET @aspet-org.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
Explore ASPET’s 2025-26 Washington Fellows' written policy briefs! This year’s class focused on a diverse variety of issues to further their interest in government and science policy, culminating in actionable policy briefs. 🔗 ow.ly/lyBM50ZG5aR
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ASPET @aspet-org.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
Register now for our upcoming webinar! This discussion will illustrate how quantitative pharmacology can elucidate drug disposition, target engagement, and therapeutic response for complex biologics. Learn more and sign up: ow.ly/VaHq50ZESF9 #pharmsky 🧪
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ASPET @aspet-org.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Do you know someone who should be recognized for their meritorious achievement in advancing pharmacology through their scientific achievements, mentorship, and service to ASPET? Nominate them to be an ASPET Fellow! 📆 Submit Nominations By: September 21 ➡️ www.aspet.org/FASPET
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ASPET @aspet-org.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
ASPET is proud to be named as a supporter of this bipartisan bill to protect nonprofits’ tax-exempt status. steube.house.gov/press-releases/rep…
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Rep. Steube Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Protect Nonprofits’ Tax-Exempt Status – Congressman Steube
WASHINGTON–U.S. Representative Greg Steube (R-Fla.) and Representative Suzan DelBene (D-Wash.) today introduced the Safeguarding America’s Nonprofits Act, legislation to amend the Internal Revenue Code and clarify that a nonprofit’s federal tax-exempt status does not constitute federal financial ass…
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ASPET @aspet-org.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
Are you interested in learning how your organization can best advocate for science policy with elected officials, educational or industry decision-makers, or the general public? We'll provide on-hands guidance on how your voice can be heard. Learn more: ow.ly/T7zi50ZBWNA #pharmsky 🧪
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ASPET @aspet-org.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
The ASPET Editorial Fellowship program is a one-year program for senior post-doctoral fellows and junior faculty members to build important skills as a peer reviewer and as an editor. Applications due September 18! Learn more and apply now: bit.ly/4xETeTx #pharmsky 🧪
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ASPET @aspet-org.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
We invite submissions to an upcoming special collection titled, “Peptide-based Therapeutics for Tumor Immunomodulation.” Original research articles and mini reviews will be considered. Learn more about the scope and submit your research: ow.ly/ZhbK50ZC0zm #pharmsky 🧪
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ASPET @aspet-org.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
Aiden-Hung Nguyen, PharmD, is the DMD HTA for August 2026. His research studies how fats in the body, from diet or liver disease, affect how CBD breaks down and potentially interferes with other medications. 🔗 doi.org/10.1016/j.dmd.2026.100375
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ASPET @aspet-org.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Join us for tomorrow's webinar: Advances in Preclinical Models for Cancer Pharmacology. The main objective of this webinar is to introduce types of preclinical models frequently used in cancer research. Learn more: ow.ly/5Oq550Zx72b #pharmsky 🧪
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ASPET @aspet-org.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
Do you know a deserving colleague making great contributions to pharmacology? Nominate them for an ASPET Scientific Achievement Award or a Division-Sponsored Award to recognize and honor their work. 📆 Nominations Close: September 21 🔗 www.aspet.org/aspet/meetings-awards…
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ASPET @aspet-org.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
Applications are open for the 2027 Editorial Fellowship Program! This one-year program is designed for senior post-doctoral fellows and junior faculty members with relevant expertise in pharmacology and drug development. Submit your application by September 18! ow.ly/YZJP50ZAueQ #pharmsky 🧪
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ASPET @aspet-org.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
❗DEADLINE EXTENDED❗ Take your passion for education to the next level with the PRIME-Educator Certificate Program. The program is delivered in partnership with a diverse team of contributing instructors and facilitators. 📅 Register by: August 21 🔗https://ow.ly/G7EP50ZzW8a
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ASPET @aspet-org.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
Do you have a great idea for a session at ASPET 2027? Submit a session proposal by Sept. 3 to share your ideas, help create engaging panel discussions, and bring awareness to new information. www.aspet.org/aspet/meetings-awards…
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ASPET @aspet-org.bsky.social · 14/08/2026
Today is the LAST DAY to submit your cover designs for ASPET's five journals! Selected designs will run through all of 2027, and winning images receive $250. Learn more: ow.ly/RLfc50Zv59f #pharmsky 🧪
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