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Jonathan W. Gray @elmcitytree.blacksky.app · 17/08/2026

Almost two years ago I set up #blackademics as part of #blacksky so that faculty of African descent had a place to be in community with one another. As the academic years begins I want to renew my call for us to be in conversation here, to use the space @rude1.blacksky.team has provided. 1/

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Tarik Abou-Chadi @tabouchadi.bsky.social · 16/08/2026

There are 270 black professors in the UK. Out of 26.000. About 1%. But somehow journalists who clearly have no idea of how academic hiring works manage to create an illusion of "wokeness" having taken over hiring decisions at universities. www.hesa.ac.uk/news/19-02-2...

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First release of staff data for 2022/23 covering demographic and contract characteristics of staff at UK higher education providers.

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Black In Neuro @blackinneuro.bsky.social · 02/08/2026

😌 Rest is part of the work. As we close out #BINW26, take a moment to slow down, recharge, and celebrate all you've accomplished this week. You deserve it. 🖤 #BlackRestInNeuro #BlackInNeuro #BlackJoy

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Black In Neuro @blackinneuro.bsky.social · 01/08/2026

#BINW26 continues with #BlackInNeuroJoy! We have meet ups in… 📍Rio, Brazil 📍Boston, Massachusetts, USA 📍Ibadan, Nigeria (registration is full) If you can’t make it to an in person meet up join us virtually! Details👇🏽

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Black In Neuro @blackinneuro.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

🚀 Looking for your next opportunity or hiring talent? Use #HireBlackInNeuro to share jobs or let the community know you're on the market. 📚 Use #NeuroCareerResource to share career tips, mentorship, fellowships & resources. Let's help each other grow. 🌍 #BINW26

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Clíona Murray, PhD (neé Kelly) @clionamurray.com · 31/07/2026

Our career panel is about to begin. Be sure to tune in through our zoom or you can stream it live on our YouTube 💫 #BINW26

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jheannellejohnson.bsky.social @jheannellejohnson.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Can’t wait to see everyone!!! #BINW26

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christine liu / two photon art @christineliu.art · 31/07/2026

I’ve never laughed harder in a zoom meeting than with BIN organizers 💕 I promise you that virtual gatherings can definitely be FULL of joy!!!! And thinking about how #BlackInNeuro has thrived and survived the past 6 years brings me so much joy!!! 🫶

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Black In Neuro @blackinneuro.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Today we celebrate how neuroscience can bring us all together with #NeuroAcrossTheDiaspora 🌍. We are grateful that we can join each other online from all four corners of the world to create this beautiful community we call #BlackInNeuro. Use the prompts below to tell us where you are 😄 #BINW26

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Clíona Murray, PhD (neé Kelly) @clionamurray.com · 30/07/2026

And we're live!! You can tune in through zoom (if registered) and live on our YouTube: www.youtube.com/live/VYsNLqp... #BINW26

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#BlackInNeuroWeek2026: #NeuroAcrossTheDiaspora

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Black In Neuro @blackinneuro.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

✨Happening today and you don’t want to miss it! ✨ You can still register at the link below ⬇️ events.zoom.us/ev/AgaErvpe_...

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Black In Neuro @blackinneuro.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

All too often race is pitted as a biological difference for racial disparities. However, it is the effects of racism that drive these disparities and more research is needed to highlight this. 🧵: 6/6

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Black In Neuro @blackinneuro.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Over 20% of older (70+) Black Americans are living with Alzheimer’s. Understanding the risk factors are an important step towards improving health outcomes in the community. 🧵: 5/6

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Black In Neuro @blackinneuro.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Did you know that there are risk factors associated with certain disorders? Were you aware of the impact that hearing could have on the brain? 🧵: 4/6

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Black In Neuro @blackinneuro.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

When we look more closely, we see that there are a number of neurological disorders that disproportionately affect the Black community. We will hear more about this with Dr. Croff during our keynote address. 🧵: 3/6

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Black In Neuro @blackinneuro.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Neurological disorders impact nearly half of the world’s population. Diversity and creativity are needed in this space to innovate new and improved solutions. 🧵: 2/6

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Black In Neuro @blackinneuro.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

#Neuroracism highlights both historic and present racial inequalities relating to the brain. This year, we are sharing facts around disorders that are common in the Black community. We begin by placing neurological disorders in the wider context of worldwide disability. 🧵: 1/6

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🫧 #blackgifmakersexist @zhaosruibins.blacksky.app · 29/07/2026

They gave a Black ASL Interpreter. Exactly, include my people!!

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drug doc @pkpd-babe.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

“Design something to interest the participants you’re trying to reach, not the institution.“ -Dr. Raina Croff 🔥🔥🔥 #BINW26

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Clíona Murray, PhD (neé Kelly) @clionamurray.com · 29/07/2026

I am in awe at the impact Dr. Croff is having with her research. Her interdisciplinary approach to understanding and supporting Black health and cognition is phenomenal. 🧠✨ #BINW26

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Black In Neuro @blackinneuro.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

💛 Wrap up #BINW26 with #BlackInNeuroJoy! Whether you're new to BIN or a familiar face, come meet the community, join the conversation, and have some fun with trivia. 🗓 Aug. 1 | 🕐 1–2 PM ET (6–7 PM BST)

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Black In Neuro @blackinneuro.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

We conclude by lifting up Dr. Black and his continued dedication to groundbreaking treatment for brain tumors, and Dr. Mendes a recent history-maker and one to watch in the neuroscience space. ✨

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Black In Neuro @blackinneuro.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

It doesn't stop there... We continue by celebrating leaders like Dr. Fuller, a pioneer for Alzheimer's Disease and Dr. Harris, an extraordinary neurosurgeon and champion of diversity in medicine. 👏🏾

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Black In Neuro @blackinneuro.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

We also celebrate Dr. Canady and Dr. Greene, two poignant trailblazers in neurosurgery. We're reminded of their tenacity as both became board-certified in neurosurgery, the first African American woman and first African American man to do so. 🧠👩🏿‍⚕️👨🏽‍⚕️

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Clíona Murray, PhD (neé Kelly) @clionamurray.com · 28/07/2026

Tomorrow, July 29!! You don't want to miss our keynote 🙌🏽

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bettybekele.bsky.social @bettybekele.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

I am Betty, a PhD candidate at Emory University. My research focuses on understanding how changes in RNA can disrupt brain function. I imagine a future where scientific discovery is strengthened by inclusive collaborations across countries. (I will be moderating a BINW panel on this on Thursday!)

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jheannellejohnson.bsky.social @jheannellejohnson.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Happy #BINW26 everyone! My name is Jheannelle Johnson, an incoming MSL candidate at Northwestern, and I’m the Director of Development for Black In Neuro. The future I’m reimagining is one where optimism meets opportunity for those who wish to enter neuroscience regardless of their background.

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Angeline J. Dukes, PhD @heydrdukes.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

Happy #BlackInNeuro Week!!! 🎉✨ I’m Dr. Angeline Dukes, an Assistant Professor at the Univ of Minnesota - I split my time teaching, program directing, & creating outreach opportunities 💞 I’m helping reimagine a future where everyone has equitable access to science & academia 🧬 #BINW26 #BINRollCall

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Clíona Murray, PhD (neé Kelly) @clionamurray.com · 28/07/2026

"mentorship saved my life and saved my career... As you get further along in your career opening up yourself to mentor others and complete the circle is critical" Dr. King on advice for junior researchers who are interested in pursuing outlier ideas.

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Black In Neuro @blackinneuro.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

🌍 #NeuroAcrossTheDiaspora is back! Join an international panel discussing how we can build research capacity, strengthen collaborations, and grow scientific networks across the diaspora. 🗓️July 29 | ⏰ 1:30–3 PM ET

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Black In Neuro @blackinneuro.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

⏳ #BlackInTime celebrates the pioneers who shaped the future of science. People like Dr. Mary Logan Reddick and Timnit Gebru remind us that Black innovation has always been at the forefront of discovery. ✨ #BINW26

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Black In Neuro @blackinneuro.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

🖤 A message from our Board of Directors. As we begin another year of Black In Neuro, our Board reflects on our journey, the road ahead, and the community that makes it all possible. Thank you for being part of this movement. #BlackInNeuro youtu.be/RtcS0yWinTs?...

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Black In Neuro Week 2026 BOD Message

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Clíona Murray, PhD (neé Kelly) @clionamurray.com · 27/07/2026

Happy #BINW26 !! I'm Dr. Clíona Murray and I am the Co-Director of Programming at Black In Neuro. The future that I'm reimagining is one where we can authentically show up in a space that was never designed for us. Each and every member of the BIN community remind me of that. So, thank you all 🫶🏽

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A photograph of a group of friends on a hike. The background is a typical English country lane with a small single-traffic road central and a large green space to the left of the image. Everyone is smiling, happy and cold!

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Dr Bashir | Her Royal Science @her-science.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

Happy #BINW26! I’m Dr Asma Bashir, a Canadian neuroscientist who’s currently supporting public engagement projects across two UK universities! The future that I’m helping to reimagine is one where anyone who wants to engage with academia, both formally or informally, can do so with joy and ease.

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Black In Neuro @blackinneuro.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

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BINW26 - A Reimagined Future

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Black In Neuro @blackinneuro.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

⏳ New for #BINW26! Join Dr. Sará King for #BlackInTime as we explore neuroscience through political and anthropological perspectives. 🗓 July 28 🕛 12 PM ET You can register for this event others at the link below!

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Black In Neuro @blackinneuro.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

💼 Your neuroscience career can take you anywhere. Join #NeuroCareers at #BINW26 for "Becoming a Global Asset in Neuroscience," a career panel on building skills, expanding your network, and making an impact worldwide. 🗓 July 31 | 🕛 12–1:30 PM ET Registration is open now!

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Black In Neuro @blackinneuro.bsky.social · 18/07/2026

🌍 The future of neuroscience is global. Join #NeuroAcrossTheDiaspora during #BINW26 as Black neuroscientists from around the world discuss collaboration, innovation, and building sustainable research networks. 🗓 July 30 | 🕜 1:30–3 PM ET

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Black In Neuro @blackinneuro.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

Black In Neuro Week 2026 is July 27–Aug. 2. Join us for our 7th annual celebration of Black excellence in neuroscience. 📣 #BINRollCall ⏳ #BlackInTime (NEW!) 🧠 #NeuroRacism 🌍 #NeuroAcrossTheDiaspora 💼 #NeuroCareers ✨ #BlackInNeuroJoy 😌 #BlackRestInNeuro #BINW26 #BlackInNeuro

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Black In Neuro @blackinneuro.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

🚨 #BINW26 is almost here! 🧠 1️⃣ Registration opens in the next week, so stay tuned 👀 2️⃣ #BINRollCall is July 27! Start planning your intro—tell us who you are, what you do, and the future you're helping reimagine. ✨ #BlackInNeuro

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Black In Neuro @blackinneuro.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

⏳ New for #BINW26: #BlackInTime! We're introducing a new theme examining the evolution of neuroscience through both scientific discovery and the political and anthropological contexts that have shaped the field. 🧠 🗓 July 28 | 🕛 12 PM ET #BlackInNeuro

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Black In Neuro @blackinneuro.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

#BINW26 is coming soon! Sign up to host a meet-up in your area 📝 Connect with other members of the #BlackInNeuro community and celebrate #BlackInNeuroJoy ✨ Link in bio! 💞 #BlackInSTEM #Neuroskyence #BlackInNeuroWeek

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Black In Neuro @blackinneuro.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

🧠 Reimagine the future of brain health. Join the #BINW26 Keynote, Preserving Your Brain in a World Designed to Take It Away, during #NeuroRacism as we explore brain health, equity, and the racial disparities that persist across neuroscience. Register for this event and more at the link below!

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Black In Neuro @blackinneuro.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

📣 REGISTRATION IS OPEN 📣 Our 7th annual #BlackInNeuroWeek is coming soon 🧠 From July 27th to August 2nd, we have an ✨AMAZING✨ week of events planned for you all, free and open to the public 🤗 Don’t miss out! Register for #BINW26 here ⤵️ events.zoom.us/ev/AgaErvpe_... #BlackInSTEM #Neuroskyence 🧪

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Old School Punk Librarian @kennethf62.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

Just a reminder. I'm always surprised how many people aren't aware of this. #Libraries

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Black In Neuro @blackinneuro.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

🎉Save the date! Black In Neuro Week 2026 is July 27–Aug 2. We're celebrating our 6th annual BIN Week with returning favorites like #NeuroRacism, #NeuroAcrossTheDiaspora, and #BINRollCall plus a brand new theme: #BlackInTime. ✨ 🧠 #BINW26 #AReimaginedFuture

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The Transmitter @thetransmitter.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

NEW! Explore @thetransmitter.bsky.social’s newest tool, Neuro Funding Finder. Discover grants, fellowships and funding opportunities for neuroscience research at all career stages. Find your next funding source and apply, all in one place: thetransmitter.org/neuroscience... #neuroskyence

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Yale Kavli Institute for Neuroscience @kavliatyale.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

Join us on Monday, June 8, to learn about the progress the 2025 @kavliatyale.bsky.social Awardees have made on their Kavli-funded research projects 🧠. Open to all Yale affiliates. 🧬 @zhenlei.bsky.social 🖥️ @clionamurray.com 🔡 @jivr.bsky.social 🦠

Flyer of the 2026 Kavli Awards Research In Progress (06/08/2026) featuring 4 postdoctoral researchers who are 2025 and 2024-2025 Kavli awardees

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