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The Centre for Neuroendocrinology (CNE) @cneotago.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

PhD Candidates Andy Stewart and Zoë Ward were recently selected to present their research at the 2026 Otago Medical School Research Society (OMSRS) PhD Awards. Congratulations to both on their selection and to Andy for placing as runner up!🧠

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The Centre for Neuroendocrinology (CNE) @cneotago.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Fantastic CNE turnout at #ICN2026 in Nagoya, Japan! It was wonderful to see so many CNE members attending, presenting their research and connecting with colleagues from around the world! A big thank you to the organisers, presenters, and everyone who helped make the meeting such a success.

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The Centre for Neuroendocrinology (CNE) @cneotago.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

Congratulations to Drs Rebecca Lord (@rebecca-lord.bsky.social) and Jamie McQuillan on being selected and presenting their research at #ICN2026 in Nagoya!

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Denise Belsham @denisebelsham.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

The gang’s all here! 🎉🍻🥂 If you know anyone working in the neuroendocrinology field, you will recognize them from the opening reception in Nagoya at #ICN2026. The most collaborative, friendly and brilliant community! 🧠🌟💯 @infneuroendo.bsky.social @paneuroendo.bsky.social @bsneuroendo.bsky.social

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The Centre for Neuroendocrinology (CNE) @cneotago.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Prof Dave Grattan @prolactinguy.bsky.social presented "Prolactin regulation of kisspeptin and hypothalamic-pituitary-gonadal axis" at the 5th World Conference of Kisspeptin in Nagoya, Japan. For more about this work: lnkd.in/e-mpJMw7 #kisspeptin2026 #kisspeptin #ICN2026 @infneuroendo.bsky.social

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Denise Belsham @denisebelsham.bsky.social · 14/06/2026

So honoured to be a part of this spectacular neuroendocrine symposium at #ENDO2026! Power to the basic scientists who are moving the needle forward. Drs @zane-andrews.bsky.social and Greg Anderson, and Richard McCosh for organizing with Jose Donato Chairing. Superstars 💯🌟🙌🏻 @infneuroendo.bsky.social

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The Centre for Neuroendocrinology (CNE) @cneotago.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

Congratulations to Anita Clark from the Georgescu Lab and Kleff Tan from the Anderson Lab who were selected to present at the recent Otago Medical School Research Society (OMSRS) Summer Student Awards 🧬

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The Centre for Neuroendocrinology (CNE) @cneotago.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

Dr Jamie McQuillan recently contributed to a paper published in Endocrinology titled "Robust serotonin activation of the kisspeptin GnRH pulse generator in male and female mice" 🧠 Check it out below! academic.oup.com/endo/article...

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Robust serotonin activation of the kisspeptin GnRH pulse generator in male and female mice

Abstract. Serotonin neurons are thought to exert a modulatory influence on the secretion of the gonadotropin hormones in mammals, but their mechanism of ac

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The Centre for Neuroendocrinology (CNE) @cneotago.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

The CNE recently held our annual PhD Prize competition. Congratulations to Phoebe Adler who took home the trophy! We were fortunate to have Prof Julie Bakker from the University of Liège attend as our CNE lecturer. Thank you for coming all the way from Belgium Julie!

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The Centre for Neuroendocrinology (CNE) @cneotago.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

Congratulations to Dr Aline Boer and A/Prof Mike Garratt who recently received funding from the BMS Tairanga Fund. The Tairanga Fund is designed to uplift high value research within the Division of Health Sciences

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Journal of Neuroendocrinology @jne-editor.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

New call for papers for Special Issue on polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), to share emerging ideas on the role of neuroendocrine dysfunction in PCOS. We invite submissions on melanocortin biology and clinical applications. Deadline 31.7.26 More: onlinelibrary.wiley....

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The Centre for Neuroendocrinology (CNE) @cneotago.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

Be sure to come along to this public lecture by Professor Julie Bakker. March 9, 4pm, Barnett Lecture Theatre, Dunedin Hospital.

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Journal of Neuroendocrinology @jne-editor.bsky.social · 29/11/2025

Kisspeptin and early pregnancy: Insights from animal models into hormonal regulation and miscarriage. Decourt C, Heads K. Read the new early view article: onlinelibrary.wiley....

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The Centre for Neuroendocrinology (CNE) @cneotago.bsky.social · 27/11/2025

🚨NEW CNE PAPER 🧬 Forebrain AR deletion restores PR expression but not reproduction in prenatally androgenised female mice academic.oup.com/endo/article... @endocrinesociety.bsky.social #progesterone #PCOS #hypothalamus #androgens

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Karl Iremonger @kj-iremonger.bsky.social · 06/11/2025

Great to see @cneotago.bsky.social secure research centre funding for another four years! www.otago.ac.nz/news/newsroo...

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The Centre for Neuroendocrinology (CNE) @cneotago.bsky.social · 20/10/2025

Recently, high school students joined us at the CNE as part of the Brain Bee 2025 programme. Students got hands on experience using research techniques that we employ in our daily research Thank you to BrainSTEM Otago and the Neurological Foundation for supporting this day!

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Dr. Joe Yip @joeyipcne44.bsky.social · 18/09/2025

Super proud of my MSc student being selected for the MediRay symposium talk at MedSci2025 Christchurch @cneotago.bsky.social

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Dr. Joe Yip @joeyipcne44.bsky.social · 18/09/2025

My team showcasing our research findings at MedSci2025, Christchurch @cneotago.bsky.social @universityofotago.bsky.social

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The Centre for Neuroendocrinology (CNE) @cneotago.bsky.social · 15/09/2025

We had a great seminar last week from @prolactinguy.bsky.social who talked to us about achieving impact from fundamental biomedical research with the ongoing changes to funding in Aotearoa

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celinecamon.bsky.social @celinecamon.bsky.social · 03/09/2025

Very humbled to receive the Julia Buckingham Award by @bsneuroendo.bsky.social. Grateful to BSN for all the support over my PhD and also thanks to my incredible mentors @cneotago.bsky.social! Excited for more brain health and menopause research as a postdoc with @zuloagalab.bsky.social very soon 🥳

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British Society for Neuroendocrinology @bsneuroendo.bsky.social · 31/08/2025

Register for #BSNBradford2025 and watch Teodora Georgescu speak on: Establishing a model to investigate respiratory changes during pregnancy using radiotelemetry at our Selected ECR Oral Communications session. Register by 15 Aug: bsnbradford2025.oa-e...

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Karl Iremonger @kj-iremonger.bsky.social · 31/08/2025

It was great to have Prof Dan Bernard from McGill University visit the @cneotago.bsky.social and talk about his research on FSH.

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Karl Iremonger @kj-iremonger.bsky.social · 14/08/2025

Great article highlighting the recent research from Sharon Ladyman and Rosie Brown @cneotago.bsky.social Hypothalamic prolactin signaling protects against overheating in pregnancy: Trends in Neurosciences www.cell.com/trends/neuro...

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Hypothalamic prolactin signaling protects against overheating in pregnancy

Pregnancy involves physiological adaptations that optimize fetal development. Reduced maternal core temperature may protect offspring from the teratogenic effects of excess heat, but the mechanisms re...

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The Centre for Neuroendocrinology (CNE) @cneotago.bsky.social · 04/08/2025

Dr Michael Perkinson from the Rosie Brown Lab was presenting his latest research today. Michael is using the latest in fluorescent neurotransmitter sensors to understand the neural circuits which control maternal behaviour.

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Karl Iremonger @kj-iremonger.bsky.social · 02/08/2025

Great to get this paper published. Thanks to all the students, postdocs and collaborators for all their work on this. @cneotago.bsky.social Ultradian rhythms of CRHPVN neuron activity, behavior, and stress hormone secretion | PNAS www.pnas.org/doi/10.1073/...

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Ultradian rhythms of CRHPVN neuron activity, behavior, and stress hormone secretion | PNAS

The stress axis is always active, even in the absence of any threat. This manifests as hourly pulses of corticosteroid stress hormone secretion ove...

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The Centre for Neuroendocrinology (CNE) @cneotago.bsky.social · 25/07/2025

Friday is seminar day at the CNE. Today it was fantastic to hear about the exciting research from the laboratory of CNE affiliate member Dr Olivia Harrison. Dr Harrison studies the relationship between mental health and how we perceive our body.

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