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Biochemical Society @biochemsoc.bsky.social · 12h

The deadline for our EDI and Outreach Grants is fast approaching! With funding available for creative and innovative projects aiming to strengthen inclusion and participation within the molecular biosciences, submit an application by 5 October 2026: ow.ly/FnoM50ZQVty

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Biochemical Society @biochemsoc.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Do you know an outstanding individual, team or organisation that has made incredible advances within their field? We would love to hear from you! Submit a nomination for the 2028 Awards by 2 November 2026. Remember: you don't have to be a member to nominate! ow.ly/fSFP50ZQVgs

The Biochemical Society Awards call for nominations recognizing contributions to molecular biosciences, open to members and non-members, deadline November 2, 2026.

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Biochemical Society @biochemsoc.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

With a variety of new discoveries in immune response challenging the traditional framework, we’re excited to announce our special themed collection ‘Shifting paradigms in immunity: New cells, or new functions for old cells’. Submit your best work here: bit.ly/shifting-paradigms-in-immuni… 🧪

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Biochemical Society @biochemsoc.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Congratulations to Asier Unciti-Broceta on receiving the 2027 Industry and Academic Collaboration Award at yesterday's Drug Discovery event! Discussing his lab's journey from discovering NXP900, Asier showcased how innovative partnerships can drive discoveries from the lab to the clinic. 🧪

Rick Davies, Programme Coordinator, Sygnature Discovery and Professor Asier Unciti-Broceta, University of Edinburgh.

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Biochemical Society @biochemsoc.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Biochemical Society membership offers a programme of grants for all career stages supporting research, attendance at scientific conferences, and the sponsorship of events. bit.ly/Grants-support

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Biochemical Society @biochemsoc.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Membrane Contact Sites in Cellular Homeostasis 2026 has officially wrapped. Thank you to our programme coordinators and delegates for the insightful discussions, new connections and outstanding science throughout the meeting.

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Biochemical Society @biochemsoc.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Working with recombinant proteins? Join us in Reading, 24–25 November, to explore construct design, expression, purification and characterisation, with hands-on opportunities and expert feedback for early career researchers. ow.ly/l7et50ZQZKs

Instructor presenting to a group during the Engineering Recombinant Proteins 2026 training in Reading, UK.

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Biochemical Society @biochemsoc.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Day Two of Membrane Contact Sites in Cellular Homeostasis explored the diverse roles of membrane contact sites, from plasma membrane and peroxisome interactions to ER and endolysosomal pathways. A great day of research, discussion and networking across the field.

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Biochemical Society @biochemsoc.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Are you working in the field of bioenergetics, electron transfer, or mitochondrial biology? First presented in 1964, discover the history behind our Keilin Memorial Lecture and find out how to nominate (or be nominated!) for this prestigious prize by 2 November 2026: ow.ly/wJ8050ZQRNi

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Biochemical Society @biochemsoc.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Day One of Membrane Contact Sites in Cellular Homeostasis brought together researchers exploring the formation, dynamics and functions of membrane contact sites, with talks spanning organelle interactions, lipid droplets, imaging and new tools. An exciting start to the meeting!

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Biochemical Society @biochemsoc.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Our community of Editorial Boards, authors, and readers offer global reach for your published work. Achieving around 5 million worldwide article views each year, our journals ensure your paper reaches a wide and engaged audience. Read the latest content today: bit.ly/portland-press

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Biochemical Society @biochemsoc.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

We’re excited to be welcoming applications for a range of opportunities within the Society. If you’re keen to get more involved, develop new skills and play an active role in shaping the Society, we’d love to hear from you! bit.ly/available_opportunities_sept… 🧪

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Biochemical Society @biochemsoc.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Practical Python for Beginners will introduce biochemists to coding with Python, covering data handling, visualisation and essential research tools including NumPy and Pandas. Starting 5 October, don't miss out! ow.ly/Ix7y50ZS9zm

Person coding Python on a laptop, promoting Practical Python for Beginners online training on 5 October 2026.

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Biochemical Society @biochemsoc.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Calling all cell death researchers! Join an online international community to explore the latest understanding of necroptosis, apoptosis, dying-cell communication, pyroptosis and more. Don't miss the chance to have your work featured by submitting an abstract by 23 October: Link in Bio!

Promotional banner for the Cell Death Online Symposium 2026 happening on 23 November with online registration.

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Biochemical Society @biochemsoc.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Fawcett et al investigate the interactions between the non-canonical CDK activator SPY1 and CDK2 to gain insights into its activation mechanisms. doi.org/10.1042/BCJ20260441

SPY1 potently activates CDK2 independently of A-loop phosphorylation by triggering a conformational shift to the active state

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Biochemical Society @biochemsoc.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

This World Alzheimer’s Month explore our related reading on chemical probes, mTOR signalling, the gut microbiome, and neuron–glia interactions—highlighting research that is advancing our understanding of Alzheimer’s disease.

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Biochemical Society @biochemsoc.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Check out latest issue in #EssaysinBiochem! The mini reviews in the Social Lives of Bacteria issue highlight some of the breadth and diversity of research topics across bacterial sociality and some of the fundamental methods that are helping us further advance this field. ow.ly/AEnY50ZPufh

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Biochemical Society @biochemsoc.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

We had a fantastic time in Brighton for the 'From cAMP/cGMP Nanodomains to Novel Therapies' meeting, celebrating recent achievements in cyclic-nucleotide signalling! Sponsored by our Bioscience Reports journal, a huge congratulations go to poster prize winners Jiarong Fu and Meixuan Li #BiochemEvent

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Biochemical Society @biochemsoc.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Are you an ECR and interested in transitioning from academic to industry? Join us in Birmingham on 9 Nov 2026 for our 'Industry Transition Toolkit' event. Attendance is FREE for members. www.eventsforce.net/biochemsoc/fron…

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Biochemical Society @biochemsoc.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

We offer career enhancing opportunities to all our #BiochemAwards winners! Reach new audiences by presenting an Award Lecture in-person or online, showcase your latest results by publishing in our Journals, and attend cutting-edge events with our travel grants. ow.ly/IYLu50ZOIRs

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Biochemical Society @biochemsoc.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Early-career researchers working with recombinant proteins: this one’s for you. Join us 24–25 November to master construct design, expression, purification and characterisation, with hands-on learning and expert feedback. Register now! ow.ly/TWwx50ZPEBF

Instructor presenting to a group in a lab setting during the Engineering Recombinant Proteins 2026 training in Reading, UK.

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Biochemical Society @biochemsoc.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

We’re delighted to renew our support for In2scienceUK In2STEM programme in 2026. Together, we’re helping young people access meaningful STEM opportunities and take their next steps towards a future in science. Read more in our recent Biochemist article: doi.org/10.1042/BIO2026229 🧪

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Biochemical Society @biochemsoc.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Our EDI Community continues to grow into a connected network of EDI partners — sharing updates, signposting opportunities, and collaboration. Click the link to find out more: www.biochemistry.org/about-us/news-…

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Biochemical Society @biochemsoc.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

What’s next in transcription and chromatin biology? Find out in York, 18–20 November, as researchers come together to share the latest breakthroughs in epigenetics, genome organisation and transcriptional regulation. Book your place. www.eventsforce.net/biochemsoc/286/…

Attendees engaging in conversation at the Transcription and Chromatin UK 2026 scientific meeting in York.

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Biochemical Society @biochemsoc.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Dr Maria Luisa S. Sequeira Lopez draws on her editorial, research and awards-panel experience, she helps assess nominations for the Society’s annual Awards and contributes to a fair and inclusive evaluation process. Read more about her experience: ow.ly/CbG150ZQyYX

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Biochemical Society @biochemsoc.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Learn how purinergic signaling contributes to #neurodevelopment and #neuroplasticity, and how dysfunctions of the purinergic signaling system give rise to associated #neuropathologies, in this new review from Marques et al. doi.org/10.1042/BSR20250349

Neuromodulation by purinergic signaling in the hippocampus

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Biochemical Society @biochemsoc.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Rewarding early career excellence since 1963, who will be the next recipient of The Colworth Medal? If you know an outstanding biochemist with no more than 10 years of active research, we want to hear from you! Submit an initial nomination by 2 November 2026: ow.ly/vmPT50ZOIJf

The Colworth Medal awards to go to a biochemist for exceptional research in the UK or Ireland by The Biochemical Society.

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Biochemical Society @biochemsoc.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Want to strengthen your statistics skills? An Introduction to Statistics for the Life Sciences starts 12 October. Learn to analyse data, test hypotheses and apply general linear models at your own pace. Register by 23 October. www.eventsforce.net/biochemsoc/277/…

Three scientists in lab coats and safety glasses analyzing data on a laptop during an online statistics training for life sciences.

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Biochemical Society @biochemsoc.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Next week: Key Aspects of Modern Drug Discovery 2026. Hear from industry and academia experts and explore target validation, hit-to-lead, lead optimisation and preclinical development. Don’t miss it! ow.ly/YM8U50ZOLij

Group of attendees engaging in discussion at the Key Aspects of Modern Drug Discovery 2026 training in Cambridge, UK.

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Biochemical Society @biochemsoc.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Are you at a Read & Publish institution? If so, you could benefit from fee-free OA publishing in our journals, including Biochemical Journal and Clinical Science. Discover if your institution has signed up: ow.ly/4h4h50ZP26q 🧪

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Biochemical Society @biochemsoc.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Discover how advances in bionanotechnology are transforming the design, control and delivery of biomolecules. Explore emerging platforms engineered for molecular recruitment and delivery. Hosted by Unano and Centre for Programmable Biological Matter ow.ly/8mYn50ZP1Pa

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Biochemical Society @biochemsoc.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

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Biochemical Society @biochemsoc.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Looking to submit your work to a themed collection? We have collections open in The Prokaryotic Immune System, Shifting Paradigms in Immunity: New Cells, or New Functions for Old Cells and more! Visit our website to discover our open collections and submit your best work: ow.ly/YauR50ZOR0G 🧪

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Biochemical Society @biochemsoc.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Could engineered microbes transform drug delivery? Discover how live biotherapeutic products could enable sustained drug delivery through the gut and offer new approaches for treating neurological diseases in the latest issue of The Biochemist. ow.ly/xSLV50ZOGyf

Schematic depicting the genetic modifications and in vivo testing results of the live biotherapeutic bacterial strain, EcNL-DOPA2

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Biochemical Society @biochemsoc.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Our International Award recognises outstanding and independent research that illustrates the importance of the molecular biosciences in the advancement of life sciences research. Open to mid-career scientists of all nationalities, Nominate today: ow.ly/JEWY50ZLYJe

Biochemical Society Awards banner promoting the International Award, recognising outstanding research in molecular bioscience carried out outside the UK and Ireland.

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Biochemical Society @biochemsoc.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Three days of exploring the latest advances in cyclic nucleotide signalling, from nanodomain organisation and new technologies to drug discovery and therapeutic opportunities. Thank you to everyone who shared their science, ideas and expertise in Brighton.

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Biochemical Society @biochemsoc.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Final call! Registration closes 18 September! Build your R skills from the ground up. R for Biochemists 101 covers protein curves, enzyme kinetics, volcano plots and more. Register by 17:00, 18 September. ow.ly/mS6050ZOeTN

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Helena Cocheme @cochemelab.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

📍 Looking forward to this #Redox #BiochemicalSociety Meeting! 💬 Submit your abstract by 16th Sept (23:59 UK-time) for the opportunity to be considered for an elevated talk! 🌍 Cambridge, UK 🗓️ 16-18 Nov 2026 ⏳ Earlybird deadline: 16 Sept 2026 🌐 bit.ly/Redox-26 #BiochemEvent @biochemsoc.bsky.social

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Biochemical Society @biochemsoc.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

This month for our member spotlight series we’re pleased to feature two fantastic members, Prof Clare Hawkins and Faisal Pandith who have both shared their individual achievements and current projects with us. Read more about their successes here: ow.ly/3iHE50ZOcZL 🧪

"As a nationally competitive and
selective programme, PRISM
represented an important next
step in my scientific development
and being selected was
therefore a particularly
meaningful achievement,
especially at an early stage of
my undergraduate career."
Faisal Pandith,
Undergraduate member,
Biochemical Society

"I am an active and passionate
mentor for early career
researchers in my current
institution and more widely
through my involvement in
scientific societies - supporting
others in their scientific journey is
one of the most rewarding parts
of my academic role."
Professor Clare Hawkins,
Full member, Biochemical Society

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Biochemical Society @biochemsoc.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

The Biochemical Society organises an extensive range of events, conferences, training and webinars. Take a look at our EDI in Society events statement by clicking the link in our bio

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Biochemical Society @biochemsoc.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Calling all #Biochemists! Find out how graph-theoretic representations are being used across protein science in this review from Matthews at al. published in the latest issue of the Biochemical Journal doi.org/10.1042/BCJ20260179 🧪

SSNs as tools for exploring sequence space

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Biochemical Society @biochemsoc.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Do you know an outstanding senior postdoctoral research fellow or researcher starting their first independent post? They could be our next Early Career Research Award winner! Help launch their future careers by submitting an initial nomination by 2 November 2026: ow.ly/gpg250ZLYCn

Biochemical Society Awards banner promoting the Early Career Research Awards, recognising the impact and achievements of early career scientists in molecular bioscience

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Biochemical Society @biochemsoc.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Redox biology: the good, the bad and the unexpected. Join us in Cambridge, 16–18 November, for the latest research, fresh ideas and ECR-led science. Save £50 and submit your abstract by 16 September. ow.ly/uwYq50ZN2Xv 🧪

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Biochemical Society @biochemsoc.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

With tailored offerings for all career stages, from Undergraduate through to Emeritus, membership is the best way to grow and develop in the molecular biosciences. bit.ly/Advancing-100-years

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Biochemical Society @biochemsoc.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

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Biochemical Society @biochemsoc.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Are you struggling to make your personal statement stand out? Get noticed by your university of choice using the tips and tricks provided on our personal statement advice page! ow.ly/Q0nw50ZKHW5

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Biochemical Society @biochemsoc.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

From nanodomains, AKAPs, PDEs and EPAC to advanced imaging, computational modelling and therapeutic discovery, the science is moving fast. Alongside talks and posters, new conversations and collaborations are taking shape across academia and industry.

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Biochemical Society @biochemsoc.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Key Aspects of Modern Drug Discovery 2026: Explore the pre-clinical drug discovery process, from target identification and hit-to-lead through lead optimisation, development and toxicology. Learn from industry and academic experts. ow.ly/swiA50ZKI34

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Biochemical Society @biochemsoc.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

From Python basics to data visualisation and machine learning, Practical Python for Beginners starts 5 Oct 2026 and is designed to help biochemists tackle real-world research problems with confidence. ow.ly/2BNZ50ZKHgq

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Biochemical Society @biochemsoc.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Nominations for the Industry and Academic Collaboration Award are currently open! We're searching for individuals or teams making an incredible impact by bridging the gap between academic knowledge and industrial application. Partnerships coming to mind? Nominate today! ow.ly/SsNe50ZKLas 🧪

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