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Dr. Nathan A Smith @drnathanasmith.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Today, we remember and honor the lives lost on 9/11. Let us never forget the heroes who emerged in the face of tragedy and the resilience of a nation united in hope and strength. #NeverForget #911Memorial

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Dr. Nathan A Smith @drnathanasmith.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

🚨 Last call! @urneuroscience.bsky.social Neuroscience Commission NeuroYES 2026-2027 applications close tomorrow, August 14. Postdocs entering the job market — don’t let this one pass you by. neuroyes.urmc.edu

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Dr. Nathan A Smith @drnathanasmith.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

🗓️Nine days left! Postdocs entering the job market: applications for @urneuroscience.bsky.social Neuroscience Commission NeuroYES 2026-2027 close August 14. Click the link below to find out more! neuroyes.urmc.edu

A flyer for the URochester Medicine Del Monte Institute for Neuroscience NEURO YES program.

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Dr. Nathan A Smith @drnathanasmith.bsky.social · 18/07/2026

6 years ago today we lost a giant. I’ll never forget meeting Congressman John Lewis — his warmth and humility left a mark I’ll carry forever. “You are a light. Never let anyone dampen, dim or diminish your light.” Rest well, Congressman. 🙏 #GoodTrouble

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Dr. Nathan A Smith @drnathanasmith.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

Welcome to the first #TEAMS cohort at the @urochestersmd.bsky.social for Module 1, July 17–19! From Drs. Beth Tarini, Margaret Ormiston, myself & our team—welcome! Can’t wait to get started! @urochester.bsky.social | Children’s National Hospital | @gwu1821.bsky.social

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Dr. Nathan A Smith @drnathanasmith.bsky.social · 04/07/2026

On our nation’s 250th birthday, let’s recommit to the ideals that unite us: equality, justice, and the promise that every American deserves life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. Here’s to celebrating how far we’ve come and the work ahead. 🇺🇸 Happy 4th of July! 🇺🇸

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Dr. Nathan A Smith @drnathanasmith.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

Your research is ready. Is your job talk? 💡 NEURO YES applications are open now! Senior postdocs: practice your job talk & chalk talk in front of UR’s neuroscience faculty and get noticed by hiring committees. Present. Get feedback. Land the role. 🌐 neuroyes.urmc.edu #NEUROYES #URochesterResearch

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Dr. Nathan A Smith @drnathanasmith.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

New NIH-funded opportunity! 🧬 TEAMS (Together Everyone Achieves More in Science) is now accepting applications. Training for early-career biomedical researchers in team leadership, mentorship & collaboration. 📅 Deadline: June 14 🔗 urmc.rochester.edu/teams-mentorship-grant-fellowship

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Dr. Nathan A Smith @drnathanasmith.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

For those who gave their tomorrows for our todays—this Memorial Day, we remember you with grateful hearts today and always.

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Dr. Nathan A Smith @drnathanasmith.bsky.social · 17/02/2026

Happy Mardi Gras and Happy Lunar New Year 🧧 to all those who celebrate!

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Dr. Nathan A Smith @drnathanasmith.bsky.social · 01/02/2026

Discover @URochester_SMD Weekend 2026 was a success! Thank you to all who made it possible—Kandice, Ben, GEPA, our programs, faculty, students, and others. What an honor to showcase Rochester! #URochesterResearch

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Dr. Nathan A Smith @drnathanasmith.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

The Northern Lights danced across the sky all last night and were still visible this morning.

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Dr. Nathan A Smith @drnathanasmith.bsky.social · 19/01/2026

Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. today with a truth from his "Life's Blueprint" speech: "A deep belief in your own dignity... Do not allow anybody to make you feel that you are nobody." This self-worth is vital for a purposeful life. Let’s reflect and act with service and kindness.

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Dr. Nathan A Smith @drnathanasmith.bsky.social · 13/12/2025

A huge thank you to Dr. @phildeming.bsky.social, of @northeasternu.bsky.social for kicking off our 2025/2026 @urneuroscience.bsky.social #NEUROYES speaking series this week! We really enjoyed your visit and insightful talk. #neuroscience #URochesterResearch #NeuroscienceCommission

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Dr. Nathan A Smith @drnathanasmith.bsky.social · 12/12/2025

Honored to receive the 2025 @urochestersmd.bsky.social Trainee Mentoring Award in Basic Science. Grateful to Drs. @johnfoxe.bsky.social Foxe & Kerry O’Banion, my mentees, staff, and colleagues. Mentoring is my passion—thank you, trainees. #mentorship #URResearch2025

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Dr. Nathan A Smith @drnathanasmith.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

Our Christmas tree is finally up, and we’re all set for the holidays.

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Dr. Nathan A Smith @drnathanasmith.bsky.social · 27/11/2025

From my family to yours. This Thanksgiving, I'm grateful for the small kindnesses that restore our faith in humanity. We are our brother's keeper. Let's choose compassion and the common good. #Thanksgiving #Gratitude 💙🦃💙🦃💙🦃💙🦃💙🦃

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Dr. Nathan A Smith @drnathanasmith.bsky.social · 20/11/2025

Hello San Antonio, Texas. Visit the @urochester.bsky.social and. @urochestersmd.bsky.social booth at #ABRCMS2025! Let's discuss the next chapter of your academic training.

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Dr. Nathan A Smith @drnathanasmith.bsky.social · 11/11/2025

Today we honor the veterans whose service built our nation. Thank you for your sacrifice and courage. Don't just say thanks-listen to their stories, support them every day. We see you, we appreciate you. Happy Veterans Day. #SupportOurVeterans 2025!!

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Dr. Nathan A Smith @drnathanasmith.bsky.social · 30/09/2025

I'm proud to announce that my MD/PHD student, Sid, has successfully passed his qualifying exam and is now a PhD candidate. Congratulations, Sid. I’m proud to be your mentor and excited to see how your microglia project develops! #NeuroGlialInteractions #astrocytes #microglia #NE #TheSmithLab

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Dr. Nathan A Smith @drnathanasmith.bsky.social · 29/09/2025

Thank you, BRAINS! What a fulfilling 2025 BRAINS Cross Cohort. Once in BRAINS, always in BRAINS! #valueBear #OpenInsight

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Dr. Nathan A Smith @drnathanasmith.bsky.social · 15/09/2025

What a weekend! We celebrated the 3rd annual community celebration for our learners, and now we’re capping it off with the Northern Lights dancing over western NY!

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Dr. Nathan A Smith @drnathanasmith.bsky.social · 04/09/2025

Thanks to my lab for a wonderful birthday — we did a LockRoom, had lunch, and enjoyed sweet potato pie. Thank you all for the great birthday wishes!!!!

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Dr. Nathan A Smith @drnathanasmith.bsky.social · 28/06/2025

Today was bittersweet in the Smith Lab as we celebrated Opeyemi’s last day! She’s off to study Neuroscience in Indiana. We’ll miss you, but you’re ready for this new chapter! Shine bright and conquer your journey! We’re so proud! #thefutureisbright

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Dr. Nathan A Smith @drnathanasmith.bsky.social · 19/06/2025

Calling all postdocs! Looking to enter the job market and gain hands-on experience with job talks & chalk talks? Apply to our NeuroYes Program @urneuroscience.bsky.social Neuroscience Commission NeuroYes 2025-2026 applications are open!!! Click on the link below to find out more! neuroyes.urmc.edu

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Dr. Nathan A Smith @drnathanasmith.bsky.social · 09/06/2025

Postdocs who are looking to enter the job market: Mark your calendars! @urneuroscience.bsky.social Neuroscience commission NeuroYes 2025-2026 applications open on June 19th. Click on the link below to find out more! neuroyes.urmc.edu

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Dr. Nathan A Smith @drnathanasmith.bsky.social · 11/04/2025

We had an amazing time hosting our last @urneuroscience.bsky.social #NEUROYES Scholar for 2024-2025, Dr. @c3llas.bsky.social. His research, “Establishing a Multidisciplinary ADRD Research Laboratory: Exploring Neuropathology, Sex-Based Variations, Cardiometabolic Risk, and Biomarker Shifts.” #BRAINS

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Dr. Nathan A Smith @drnathanasmith.bsky.social · 07/04/2025

Saturday night, the @urochestersmd.bsky.social Graduate Giving Gala was a heartwarming event supporting local charities like Golisano Children’s Network and The Black Alumni Network Scholarship. Huge thanks to the URSMD GSS Executive Board and all the graduate students for your #generosity!

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Dr. Nathan A Smith @drnathanasmith.bsky.social · 05/04/2025

I’m so proud of my #MSTP student Sid for presenting his poster on Microglia today at the Medical Scientist Research Symposium. What a fantastic study with significant implications for understanding microglia in physiology! He made the Smith Lab proud. #TheFutureIsBright #URochesterResearch

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Dr. Nathan A Smith @drnathanasmith.bsky.social · 04/04/2025

We had an incredible time hosting our 3rd NEUROYES Scholar for 2024-2025, Dr. @coryjwhite.bsky.social, who shared fascinating findings from his research titled "Evaluating how HIV infection and antiretrovirals impact brain lipid metabolism." #thefutureisbright @urneuroscience.bsky.social

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Dr. Nathan A Smith @drnathanasmith.bsky.social · 22/03/2025

Despite everything happening in the world, the Northern Lights are putting on a breathtaking show tonight, lighting up the skies over Rochester and Webster. #NorthernLights #Roc

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Dr. Nathan A Smith @drnathanasmith.bsky.social · 14/03/2025

It was an honor to present my research @UTexas_Dallas! A special thanks to Dr. @mdburton.bsky.social for being a wonderful host. It was a pleasure meeting outstanding students and connecting with remarkable faculty. Thank you for the warm welcome and true southern hospitality!

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Dr. Nathan A Smith @drnathanasmith.bsky.social · 07/03/2025

Today marks the 60th anniversary of Bloody Sunday in Selma, AL. I will never forget the legacy of Dr. King and the countless others who fought for justice. I’m especially reminded of the sacrifice of the Honorable John Lewis. Meeting him was a profound honor that I will cherish forever. #Peace

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Dr. Nathan A Smith @drnathanasmith.bsky.social · 23/01/2025

Even in these uncertain times, it’s important to find joy in celebrating one another. We had a wonderful time celebrating my graduate student Sid’s birthday today. Happy Birthday, Sid!

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Dr. Nathan A Smith @drnathanasmith.bsky.social · 20/01/2025

Honoring Dr. King today by reflecting on his powerful speech "What’s Your Blueprint?" delivered to students in 1967. He challenged us to consider our purpose and legacy. Let's ask ourselves: what is our blueprint for a better world? Together, we can create a future that embodies his values. #MLKDay

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Dr. Nathan A Smith @drnathanasmith.bsky.social · 12/12/2024

📢 We’re thrilled to announce our first @urneuroscience.bsky.social NEURO-YES speaker of 2025:@GabaManzano Join us on January 9th as she presents “Divergent reward cue representations in the prefrontal cortex and their impact on developmental differences in reward-seeking. #URochesterResearch

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Dr. Nathan A Smith @drnathanasmith.bsky.social · 28/11/2024

Wishing you a joyous Thanksgiving filled with love, laughter, and delicious food! 🦃🍁🍽 From our family to yours, may your day be blessed and your hearts be full.

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Dr. Nathan A Smith @drnathanasmith.bsky.social · 27/11/2024

The Christmas tree is officially up and decorated at the Estate, and it towers at an impressive 10 feet 8 inches! 🇺🇸🎄🇺🇸🎄🇺🇸🎄🇺🇸🎄🇺🇸

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Dr. Nathan A Smith @drnathanasmith.bsky.social · 18/11/2024

My @urochester.bsky.social undergraduate student , Ali, had an amazing experience at #ABRCMS2024! He met numerous inspiring individuals and decided to capture those moments on video. Take a look at what he recorded! #URochesterResearch

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Dr. Nathan A Smith @drnathanasmith.bsky.social · 17/11/2024

Had an amazing time at #ABRCMS in Pittsburgh. Reconnecting with friends and meeting enthusiastic prospective students was a highlight. Huge thanks to the #URochesterResearch PREP scholars and my colleagues for their support at our booth. Congrats to our PREP and undergrad students—you made us proud!

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Dr. Nathan A Smith @drnathanasmith.bsky.social · 15/11/2024

Visit the @urochester.bsky.social Booth 1213 to discover our exciting programs: PhD, MSTP, PREP, and Summer Scholars! We can't wait to share more with you! #ABRCMS2024 #URochesterResearch

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Dr. Nathan A Smith @drnathanasmith.bsky.social · 11/10/2024

Northern lights are still dancing in over my house.

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Dr. Nathan A Smith @drnathanasmith.bsky.social · 10/10/2024

#SfN24 Days 4 and 5 were exceptional, filled with scientific discussions, reunions, and fellowship. What a fitting way to close out the #SfN24 with a minisymposium on Glial Lipids and Metabolism! Huge thanks to Holly Gildea for organizing it! See you all in San Diego #SfN25

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