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Elizabeth Sypek

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Jenna Norton @jenna-m-norton.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
So you’ve commented on the OMB rule. Here’s what needs to happen next if we don’t want to see this rule implemented: 1. Call your members of Congress. 2. Join the movement urging Congress to impeach and convict Russell Vought. actionnetwork.org/forms/civil-...
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Civil Servants Demand: Impeach Russell Vought
The Office of Management and Budget Director Russell Vought is the central architect driving the destruction of your government. Russell Vought created lawlessness in every part of the Trump administ...
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Elizabeth Sypek @elizabethis.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Happy New (Fiscal) Year! Treating myself to a few days off. Really proud of everything we pulled off this year. Keep fighting the good fight!
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Happy New Year Kitties in Party Hats
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Jenna Norton @jenna-m-norton.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Please read this letter with important considerations for training the next generation of clinical trialists. Its powerful that so many organizations came together. Thanks to everyone involved. Consider commenting on the NIH RFI by the 9/30 deadline: grants.nih.gov/grants/guide...
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NOT-OD-26-095: REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI): INPUT ON POTENTIAL NIH FUNDING APPROACHES TO SUPPORT THE DEVELOPMENT OF FUTURE CLINICAL TRIAL INVESTIGATORS
NIH Funding Opportunities and Notices in the NIH Guide for Grants and Contracts: REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI): INPUT ON POTENTIAL NIH FUNDING APPROACHES TO SUPPORT THE DEVELOPMENT OF FUTURE CLINICAL ...
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US Association for the Study of Pain @usasp.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Have an idea for an interesting workshop? We are now accepting proposals for workshops at the 2027 USASP Annual Meeting in Denver Colorado. 🕛️ Submit your proposal by October 19th at 11:59 PM! 🕛️ Use the link below! buff.ly/PQ4BIsJ
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elizabethginexi.bsky.social @elizabethginexi.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
For now the White House has backed away from a planned executive order to establish an NIH political review board. But officials do not appear to have totally abandoned their desire to tighten their grip over federal research spending. www.nytimes.com/2026/09/23/u...
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Trump Backtracks on Plan for New Controls on N.I.H. Grants (Gift Article)
Democrats and Republicans in Congress opposed the creation of a commission with the power to veto federal research awards.
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Princeton Neuroscience Institute @princetonneuro.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
📢 We’re hiring! PNI is seeking a full-time Lecturer in Computational and Cognitive Neuroscience to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in computational modeling and human cognitive neuroscience. Priority consideration: Nov. 30 Apply: apply.interfolio.com/193741 #NeuroSkyence #NeuroJobs
exterior photo/rendering of the PNI and psychology building
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I-75 Scientist @flscitriguy.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Request for Information on Feasibility of Annual Reporting of Live Vertebrate Animal Numbers. 🧪 grants.nih.gov/grants/guide...
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NOT-OD-27-001: Request for Information on Feasibility of Annual Reporting of Live Vertebrate Animal Numbers
NIH Funding Opportunities and Notices in the NIH Guide for Grants and Contracts: Request for Information on Feasibility of Annual Reporting of Live Vertebrate Animal Numbers NOT-OD-27-001. OD
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PBS News @pbsnews.org · 21/09/2026
Sens. Susan Collins and Patty Murray are rejecting efforts by the Trump administration to give the White House control of National Institutes of Health grant funding. to.pbs.org/4iH9YW1
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Key senators reject White House proposal on NIH grants
Sens. Susan Collins and Patty Murray are rejecting efforts by the Trump administration to give the White House control of National Institutes of Health grant funding.
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Elizabeth Sypek @elizabethis.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Us collectively to you-know-who.
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Cat Guarding Money
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Craig Kaplan @triggerloop.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Collins issues statement on rumors of Executive Order taking control of NIH funding - please keep pressure on. There can be no trust here but it is also the case that she should hear that this statement will be welcomed if it is accompanied by action www.appropriations.senate.gov/news/majorit...
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Sen. Collins: OMB Should Not Be Involved in Agency Decisions on Grant Awards | United States Senate Committee on Appropriations
United States Senate Committee on Appropriations
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Elizabeth Sypek @elizabethis.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Gonna be a fun week.
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Elizabeth Sypek @elizabethis.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Its an NoA Friday!! Congratulations everyone who got the news yesterday/today as we close out the fiscal year. More are still coming!
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Kermit the Frog Excited
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Elizabeth Sypek @elizabethis.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
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Minions Congrats Celebration
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ACLU @aclu.org · 16/09/2026
BREAKING: We're suing Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. and the National Institutes of Health Director for their ideologically-driven termination and censorship of biomedical research grants. Targeting views the government disagrees with for not aligning with a political agenda is unconstitutional.
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Jenna Norton @jenna-m-norton.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
The cuts in staff across federal health agencies are staggering. Great analysis from @ourpublicservice.bsky.social. 1 in 5 people gone from NIH. More than 1 in 4 gone from CDC. Nearly 7 in 10 gone from AHRQ. ourpublicservice.org/resource/the...
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The Cost of Cutting American Science: How Federal Cuts Diminish Public Health Capacity
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US Association for the Study of Pain @usasp.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Do you know someone who engages with individuals with lived experience of chronic pain? We are accepting nominations for a PWLE engagement award! Deadline November 2nd 2026 Link below: buff.ly/2ts3J7T
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Alt-NIHscience4ALL @alt-nihscience4all.altgov.info · 09/09/2026
Many (most?) NIH staff would also like to see more transparency. Of course, speaking in our personal capacity.
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Jenna Norton @jenna-m-norton.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
NIH to continue discussing only the top 1/3 of applications. This is a disservice to the research community. Fewer applications will get the higher quality of review from discussion. Applicants will get less nuanced feedback from review. grants.nih.gov/grants/guide...
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NOT-OD-26-114: Continuation of Modifications to Peer Review Practices
NIH Funding Opportunities and Notices in the NIH Guide for Grants and Contracts: Continuation of Modifications to Peer Review Practices NOT-OD-26-114. NIH
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Elizabeth Sypek @elizabethis.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
grants.nih.gov/grants/guide...
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NOT-OD-26-114: Continuation of Modifications to Peer Review Practices
NIH Funding Opportunities and Notices in the NIH Guide for Grants and Contracts: Continuation of Modifications to Peer Review Practices NOT-OD-26-114. NIH
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Jeremy Berg @jeremymberg.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
If you are ever feeling inclined to believe that NIH Director Bhattacharya has any core scientific beliefs, remember this... He criticized and eliminated pandemic preparedness and biodefence from the NIAID strategic plan (without any process). www.nature.com/articles/s41... 1/4
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The new vision from the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) - Nature Medicine
Preparing for tomorrow’s threats by enhancing our ability to help patients today.
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Princeton Neuroscience Institute @princetonneuro.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
We're hiring! PNI is recruiting an assistant professor of neuroscience working with non-human primates in any area. Review begins Oct 19: apply.interfolio.com/192521 #NeuroJobs #Neuroskyence
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Elizabeth Sypek @elizabethis.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Great thanks i hate it.
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Moira Rose: And So It Begins Again
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Samantha Butler @samanthabutler.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
Please spread the news - the Department of Neurobiology at UCLA is hiring. This is an open rank search for all and any amazing neuroscientists! Please apply here by Nov 15th, first review end of October : recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF11296
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Open-rank tenure-track faculty position
University of California, Los Angeles is hiring. Apply now!
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Jonathan Peelle @jpeelle.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
We are hiring a new director for our brain imaging center at Northeastern University (Boston) in the Institute for Cognitive and Brain Health! Please spread the word. I'm on the search committee happy to speak with anyone who is interested. northeastern.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/careers/job/...
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Associate Professor/Professor and Director, Northeastern University Biomedical Imaging Center
About the Opportunity About Northeastern: Founded in 1898, Northeastern is a global research university and the recognized leader in experience-driven lifelong learning. Our world-renowned experientia...
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Justin O'Hare @justinkohare.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
My department is hiring for a tenure-track faculty position in neuroscience! 👇 www.nature.com/naturecareer...
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Faculty Position in Neuroscience - University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus (Pharmacology) - Aurora, Colorado job with University of Colorado Anschutz | 12863049
Assistant or Associate Professor faculty position in the Department of Pharmacology at University of Colorado School of Medicine in Neuroscience.
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Ardem Patapoutian @ardemp.bskyverified.social · 31/08/2026
NIH's Aug 2026 proposal would scrap exact scores and percentiles for three broad bins (top = top 25%). With funding rates at 5% or lower, too much then rides on administrative discretion. It devalues peer review and is a deterrent to engage. Tell NIH before Oct 13. grants.nih.gov/grants/guide...
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NOT-OD-26-088: Request for Information (RFI) on Proposed Changes to Reporting Outcomes from NIH Peer Review
NIH Funding Opportunities and Notices in the NIH Guide for Grants and Contracts: Request for Information (RFI) on Proposed Changes to Reporting Outcomes from NIH Peer Review NOT-OD-26-088. NIH
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Elizabeth Sypek @elizabethis.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
There are multiple pain-relation NIH positions are open! Reach out for more info.
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christine liu / two photon art @christineliu.art · 27/08/2026
Are you a neuroscientist that also makes art? I wanna get to know you and spotlight your art at this session at #SfN26! Show me your art, whether it’s related to your science or not! 🧠🧪
The Artist in the Neuroscience Lab
Chair: Michele Banks
Artologica
Panelists: Michele Banks; Geinene Carson;
Kimberly Fiock, PhD; Christine Liu, PhD
Date & Time: Sunday, November 15, 1:30-3 p.m.
Location: WCC Room 152
Theme: Theme K - History, Education, and Society
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Elizabeth Sypek @elizabethis.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
Honest, i would still recommend this job. I love what i do, and we need good people to keep it going.
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US Association for the Study of Pain @usasp.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
We are now accepting applications for symposia at the USASP 2027 Annual Meeting in Denver Colorado! Submit your applications now. We will be accepting applications until October 12th 2026 at 11:59 PM. Check out the link below: buff.ly/QrtHzGi
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Elizabeth Sypek @elizabethis.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
Data scientists, come help shape the NIH HEAL Data Ecosystem and build future interactions with pain, opioid, and wider neuroscience research communities, and extend partnerships other NIH open data initiatives and resources!
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I-75 Scientist @flscitriguy.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
Accepting applications for PO positions at NIH until 9/2/2026. If you might be interested feel free to message me. www.usajobs.gov/job/881149400
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Biologist Scientist Administrator (Program Officer)
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is seeking an accomplished and forward-thinking scientist to serve as a Biologist Scientist Administrator (Program Officer) . This is an exciting opportunity to...
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Elizabeth Sypek @elizabethis.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
Whats this??? A welcome surprise? Good news??? www.nih.gov/news-events/...
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Dr. Wendy Weber to serve as director of the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health
Dr. Weber began her new role on Aug. 23, 2026.
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US Association for the Study of Pain @usasp.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
Have an idea for an interesting workshop? We are now accepting proposals for workshops at the 2027 USASP Annual Meeting in Boulder Colorado. 🕛️ Submit your proposal by October 19th at 11:59 PM! 🕛️ Use the link below! www.usasp.org/callforworks...
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International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) @iasp.bsky.social · 24/08/2026
Tomorrow, 25 August at 9:00 a.m. ET: PRF Debate - Dueling Commentaries on Pain Biomarkers. Kai Karos and Choong-Wan Woo present differing perspectives on pain biomarkers. bit.ly/4x3cH0w
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Theresa Kim, PhD, MS @tyk314.net · 23/08/2026
Some of us members worked with @asa-scipol.bsky.social on a statement about the latest #NIH #RFI on Measuring and Rewarding Scientific Impact. #defendresearch #dedenddata
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Elizabeth Sypek @elizabethis.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
I worked from my daughter’s NICU room. Back when they allowed remote work, what a privilege that was.
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Miranda Yaver @mirandayaver.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Now that's a fucking headline. www.newsweek.com/mitch-mcconn...
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Mitch McConnell is getting more paid time off than women who give birth
Senator Mitch McConnell has continued to receive his full salary while being absent from the Senate for medical reasons.
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I-75 Scientist @flscitriguy.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Upcoming webinar for NIGMS R25 and K12 programs, Sept 16th, 1-3pm ET. Great opportunity to learn about the priorities for NIGMS through the parent R25 Research education & K12 Institutional Career Development NOFOs. 🧪 grants.nih.gov/grants/guide...
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NOT-GM-26-017: Notice of Informational Webinar: Overview of NIGMS Training, Research Education and Career Development Programs
NIH Funding Opportunities and Notices in the NIH Guide for Grants and Contracts: Notice of Informational Webinar: Overview of NIGMS Training, Research Education and Career Development Programs NOT-GM-...
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Dayna Averitt @draveritt.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
TWU Biology is hiring a Tenure-Track Assistant Professor! We are an R2 institution, the nation’s largest university system focused on women, NIH R15 eligible, and have a MS in Biology and PhD in Molecular Biology. Come work with me! ewal.fa.us8.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/Candid...
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Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in Biology - School of the Sciences-Biology
Date Closed: Review of applications will begin October 10, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled TO APPLY: Please submit the following items with your application 1. Cover letter 2. Curr...
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UM-MIND - Institute for Neuroscience Discovery @um-mind.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
UM-MIND is hiring! We are recruiting several tenure-track neuroscience faculty members, preferably at the Assistant Professor level, to join our institute at the University of Maryland School of Medicine here in Baltimore, MD. Learn more here: umb.taleo.net/careersectio... @medschool.umaryland.edu
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Assistant Professor, University of Maryland – Medicine Institute for Neuroscience Discovery (UM-MIND)
Click the link provided to see the complete job description.
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Elizabeth Sypek @elizabethis.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Pretty please? We need you 🥺🙏
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Dan Levenstein @dlevenstein.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
Yale Neuroscience is hiring another computational neuroscience position this year! Please share with anyone who might be interested, and feel free to reach out if you have any questions about the position, or growing neuro-AI community at Yale/WTI!
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US Association for the Study of Pain @usasp.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
Call for Symposia Proposals for the 2027 USASP Annual Meeting! Showcase an integrative perspective on an important topic by highlighting innovative research, emerging concepts, collaborations, and advances in pain science and care. Deadline: October 12, 2026 (11:59pm EST) buff.ly/QrtHzGi
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Eugene Valkov @eugenevalkov.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
NIH Intramural Research Program is hiring via the Stadtman program. Prospective candidates should feel free to reach out to me, and I will be happy to share my experience both as an applicant and a panel member- we are looking for great new colleagues! irp.nih.gov/careers/nih-...
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Stadtman Tenure-Track Investigators | NIH Intramural Research Program
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elizabethginexi.bsky.social @elizabethginexi.bsky.social · 15/08/2026
A great description of what is happening to peer review at NIH. www.forbes.com/sites/brucel...
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NIH Proposes Big Change In How Grant Applications Evaluated
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is proposing yet another significant change in its grant review process, moving away from numerical scores for applications.
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Jeremy Berg @jeremymberg.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
This is a must-read for anyone interested in NIH. formernih.substack.com/p/nih-direct... NIH_Leadership™ held a session full of half-truths about the "unified funding strategy" while they and HHS continues to play politics with NIH grants. Chilling, but a call to action! @standupforscience.net
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NIH Directors Decide, Except When HHS Says No
A June 2026 Nature report revealed that mandatory reviews by top officials, checking for a list of 235 disfavored terms, have left hundreds of meritorious NIH applications in administrative limbo (Koz...
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elizabethginexi.bsky.social @elizabethginexi.bsky.social · 16/08/2026
On Aug 14, NIH held a webinar assuring researchers nothing was changing under the new funding strategy. Hours later, NIH proposed hiding peer review scores from program staff and investigators. My latest essay lays it out. formernih.substack.com/p/nih-direct...
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NIH Directors Decide, Except When HHS Says No
A June 2026 Nature report revealed that mandatory reviews by top officials, checking for a list of 235 disfavored terms, have left hundreds of meritorious NIH applications in administrative limbo (Koz...
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Elizabeth Sypek @elizabethis.bsky.social · 16/08/2026
Thoughts in a personal capacity. Seems like a lot of work for program. They will have to re-review at least 25% of grants to identify the ones with the most scientific merit. If only we could rely on a panel of experts for that…
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Colette Delawalla, PhD @cdelawalla.bsky.social · 15/08/2026
I WAS TOLD THERE WOULD BE RADICAL TRANSPARENCY!!!!
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