Reposted by Kristen Funk, PhDJohn Lukens @lukensjohnr.bsky.social · 20/03/20262027 Neuroimmune Gordon Research Conference - Jan 24-29, 2027👇 www.grc.org/neuroimmune-... 0208
Kristen Funk, PhD @kristenefunk.bsky.social · 19/03/2026Very excited to share our preprint posted to BioRxiv from my first PhD student, Britanie Blackhurst! Our results show that CD8+ T cells cause interstrand crosslinking DNA damage in neurons, which may contribute to neurodegenerative diseases. Check it out below! 021
Reposted by Kristen Funk, PhDAxel Montagne @axelmontagne.bsky.social · 06/03/2026🚨 PhD Programme – Vascular Dementia Research New 4-year PhD funded by BHF & UK DRI on vascular mechanisms in dementia. Training across UCL, Oxford, Leicester & Edinburgh with lab rotations. 📅 Deadline: 14 April 🎓 Start: Sept 2026 Apply: CV + statement + 2 refs → neurophd@ucl.ac.uk Please share! 088
Reposted by Kristen Funk, PhDDenise Fitzgerald @deefitzgerald.bsky.social · 06/03/2026🚨Job alert - please share🚨 Senior Research Fellow (Programme Manager, Neuroimmunology), Trinity College Dublin (TCD), Ireland. my.corehr.com/pls/trrecrui... Are you an experienced researcher keen for a unique challenge? Want to help set up and lead a new neuroimmunology research team/lab in TCD...my.corehr.com' 144
Reposted by Kristen Funk, PhDJournal of Neuroimmunology @jnijournal.bsky.social · 03/03/2026Soluble c-Met ↑ in CSF & plasma, CSF c-Met links to NfL/GFAP, plasma ADAM10 ↓. Suggests compartment-specific c-Met shedding in early MS. #MultipleSclerosis #Biomarkers #Neuroinflammation Check the paper👇: www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...sciencedirect.comSoluble c-Met correlates with NfL and GFAP levels in the CSF of patients with multiple sclerosisThe hepatocyte growth factor (HGF)/c-Met pathway plays an important role in several inflammatory conditions, regulating phenotypic plasticity within b… 022
Reposted by Kristen Funk, PhDJournal of Neuroimmunology @jnijournal.bsky.social · 28/02/2026🧠👶🏻 Upcoming release of a special issue dedicated to Pediatric Neuroimmunology. Call for paper, check details below and submit your work: sciencedirect.com/special-issue/…sciencedirect.com 021
Reposted by Kristen Funk, PhDJournal of Neuroimmunology @jnijournal.bsky.social · 19/02/2026🧠🦠 Open Call: Gut–Brain Axis Special Issue Exploring microbiome and CNS communication & translational insights. Submit your work 👉 www.sciencedirect.com/special-issu... #GutBrainAxis #Microbiome #CallForPaperssciencedirect.comJournal of Neuroimmunology | Gut-brain axis | ScienceDirect.com by ElsevierThe bidirectional communication between the gastrointestinal tract and the central nervous system—the gut–brain axis—has emerged as a dynamic area of biomedical research with profound implications for... 011
Reposted by Kristen Funk, PhDNature Neuroscience @natneuro.nature.com · 17/02/2026🚨We're hiring a new editor!🚨 We're especially looking for someone with expertise in neurodegeneration and cellular/molecular neuroscience. Must have a Ph.D. and be able to work from Madrid, Shanghai, or Pune. Deadline to apply is March 9. springernature.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/SpringerNatu...springernature.wd3.myworkdayjobs.comAssociate or Senior Editor, Nature NeuroscienceJob Title: Associate or Senior Editor, Nature Neuroscience Locations: Madrid, Shanghai and Pune Application Deadline: March, 9th 2026 candidates will be considered as they apply About Springer Nature ... 065
Reposted by Kristen Funk, PhDSandro Da Mesquita @da-mesquita.bsky.social · 17/02/2026The Da Mesquita lab at Mayo Clinic (www.mayo.edu/research/lab...) is looking for a postdoctoral researcher to work on projects investigating the role(s) of the meningeal lymphatic vasculature in models of neurodegenerative diseases. Please spread the word and contact me in case you are interested! 😃mayo.edu 01414
Kristen Funk, PhD @kristenefunk.bsky.social · 16/02/2026I'm very proud to share a new pre-print in collaboration with a talented, recent bioinformatics PhD, Katie Jensen. We found increased nucleotide variants in RNA transcripts of Alzheimer's disease patients using a new bioinformatics pipeline. Check it out on BioRxiv www.biorxiv.org/content/10.6...biorxiv.org 140
Reposted by Kristen Funk, PhDDana Foundation @danafoundation.bsky.social · 08/01/2026Apply by 1/31 for the Neurotech Justice Accelerator 2026 Internship Program. This paid internship provides structured research training, hands-on mentorship, and professional development opportunities at the intersection of neuroscience and society. ➡️ on.dana.org/4qnwKDa #neurosociety #neurosky 012
Reposted by Kristen Funk, PhDChristina Stallings @stallingslab.bsky.social · 08/01/2026We are hiring new faculty!! Come join our amazing community in the Department of Molecular Microbiology at Washington University School of Medicine! The deadline for applications is 2/21, but applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. facultyopportunities.wustl.edu/Posting/Deta...facultyopportunities.wustl.eduOpportunity Details - Faculty Opportunities 03042
Reposted by Kristen Funk, PhDAndy Truman PhD @trumanlab.bsky.social · 03/01/2026We are looking for talented graduate students to join our group for Fall 2026 studying the role and regulation of Hsp70 PTMs! If you are interested please check out www.trumanlab.orgtrumanlab.orgCancer Research Laboratory | Trumanlab | UNC Charlotte | United StatesThe Trumanlab at UNC Charlotte incorporates protein biochemistry, molecular biology, proteomics, systems biology, bacterial and yeast genetics as well as cell culture technologies to identify novel an... 01210
Reposted by Kristen Funk, PhDAmerican Society for Virology @amersocvirology.bsky.social · 04/12/2025🚨ATTENTION EARLY CAREER VIROLOGISTS🚨 We have a webinar on how to get a faculty position! Hear from Jean Lim, @drsprggs.bsky.social and @tylernstarr.bsky.social. Check your email for registration link and form to submit questions in advance. 078
Reposted by Kristen Funk, PhDStephen T Yeung, PhD 🏳️🌈 @yeungadventures.bsky.social · 05/12/2025#Immunologist interested in Public Policy? #SciencePolicy? Federal Legislative Actions? Advocate for Science Funding?Apply to the @aai.org Public Policy Fellows Program (PPFP). A year long program to learn about Science Policy & advocate for #Science to our lawmakers! Also making life long friends! 031
Reposted by Kristen Funk, PhDallen institute @alleninstitute.org · 05/12/2025Applications are open for our Summer Workshop on the Dynamic Brain in the San Juan Islands! 🧠💻 Perfect for PhD students and postdocs interested in developing their computational neuroscience skillsets. More info: alleninstitute.org/events/summer-wo…alleninstitute.orgSummer Workshop on the Dynamic Brain 2026The Summer Workshop on the Dynamic Brain is an intensive, project-based residential course with a focus on the neurobiology of sensory processing, coding, and neural population dynamics. 0135
Reposted by Kristen Funk, PhDRodrigo Pérez Ortega @rpocisv.bsky.social · 22/11/2025🧪 ✏️Apply for the 2026 Diverse Voices in Science Journalism Internship with @science.org! 🧪 ✏️ This could be for you if you're a student from a community historically underrepresented in #journalism who's interested in in covering science for general audiences: recruiting.ultipro.com/AME1123ASEM/...recruiting.ultipro.com 0129
Reposted by Kristen Funk, PhDHHMI @hhmi-science.bsky.social · 18/11/2025Calling all rising juniors & seniors: Interested in biological or biomedical research? Applications for our ’26 Summer Undergraduate Research Experience Program are now open! Nine weeks, hands-on research, & mentorship from some of the nation’s top scientists — learn more: bit.ly/CechFellowsbit.lySummer Undergraduate Research Experience | HHMIThe Cech Fellows Program is a paid, nine-week summer research experience empowering the next generation of scientific leaders. 07089
Reposted by Kristen Funk, PhDAxel Montagne @axelmontagne.bsky.social · 21/11/2025Exciting PhD opportunity in beautiful Edinburgh: discover how ageing and vascular dementia biology maps onto neuroimaging signals. Using cutting-edge spatial transcriptomics + a new TSPO PET ligand, this project probes the immune-vascular mechanisms driving white matter decline. shorturl.at/8fMmAeur02.safelinks.protection.outlook.comEASTBIO Transcriptomic signatures underlying neuroimaging white matter inflammation and abnormalities in the ageing brain at University of Edinburgh on FindAPhD.comPhD Project - EASTBIO Transcriptomic signatures underlying neuroimaging white matter inflammation and abnormalities in the ageing brain at University of Edinburgh, listed on FindAPhD.com 022
Kristen Funk, PhD @kristenefunk.bsky.social · 19/11/2025I'm happy to answer any questions about the Department or the University! 000
Kristen Funk, PhD @kristenefunk.bsky.social · 19/11/2025Assistant Professor position posted for my Department, Biological Sciences at UNC Charlotte! Current research foci: Immunology, Microbiology, Virology; Biomolecular Function; Proteostasis; Genome Integrity; Epigenome Regulation; Cancer; Environmental Risks. jobs.charlotte.edu/postings/65141jobs.charlotte.eduAssistant ProfessorApplicants should possess a Ph.D. in the biological sciences or related fields.Candidates are expected to document expertise in their specialty by a record of postdoctoral training, peer reviewed publ... 22843
Reposted by Kristen Funk, PhDInternational Brain Research Organization @ibroorg.bsky.social · 08/11/2025🏆 Among 40 talented students from around the world, who will be the next Brain Bee Champion? The #IBB World Championship 2025 is taking place now between 7 and 12 November with online tests, workshops & a live judging session. Best of luck to all the contestants! ibro.org/event/2025-i... 032
Reposted by Kristen Funk, PhDSociety for Neuroscience @sfn.org · 07/10/2025The Neuroscience Scholars Program (NSP) has expanded eligibility! NSP is now open to all trainees meeting the eligibility criteria. Applications are now open! Join a supportive network dedicated to your success. Learn more & apply by October 21. 🔗 vist.ly/49kbu #neurosky 076
Reposted by Kristen Funk, PhDAnne West @ennatsew.bsky.social · 27/07/2025The Anne West lab at Duke is hiring a postdoc to work on nuclear cell biology in neurogenesis. Please help me spread the word! Applications to west@neuro.duke.edu. 15751
Reposted by Kristen Funk, PhDMeredith Wadman @meredithwadman.bsky.social · 15/07/2025Well, this makes it real: I'm retiring in September and this is the just-posted job listing for my replacement. @Science.org is a fabulous place to work, so @sciencewriters.org, apply here! recruiting.ultipro.com/AME1123ASEM/...recruiting.ultipro.com 44918
Reposted by Kristen Funk, PhDRita Strack @ritastrack.bsky.social · 10/07/2025Come work at Nature Methods! A dream job. I know from experience 😄 03722
Reposted by Kristen Funk, PhDsaligramalab.bsky.social @saligramalab.bsky.social · 25/06/2025#posting this again if any #postdoc candidates are interested in digging deep into #TCR #Crossreactivity #Tcell functional studies in #autoimmunity and #cancer -please contact me! 063
Reposted by Kristen Funk, PhDDana Foundation @danafoundation.bsky.social · 09/06/2025Apply to the Dana Foundation's Professional Development Awards by July 27! Trainees can request up to $5,000 for a conference, workshop, coursework, or other interdisciplinary activity that furthers their training in neuroscience and society. 🔗 on.dana.org/professional... #neurosociety #neurosky 042
Reposted by Kristen Funk, PhDDaniel L. Barber, PhD @danbarberphd.bsky.social · 30/05/2025We are looking for post-docs interested in studying T cell responses to M. tuberculosis infection…especially basic T cell immunologists who are interested in learning to work with BSL3 pathogens. The NIH intramural program is an amazing place to train! 01619
Kristen Funk, PhD @kristenefunk.bsky.social · 19/05/2025I have been awarded a pre-tenure teaching release for Fall 2025, and I would love to use the time to visit other faculty! As you prepare your upcoming seminar schedule, if you would like to hear about our work on aging, neuroimmunology, and viral infections, please reach out! 020
Reposted by Kristen Funk, PhDDimitrios Davalos & Lab @davalos.bsky.social · 19/05/2025Why do the brain’s professional phagocytes stop clearing amyloid in Alzheimer’s disease? Can we restore microglial superpowers & rescue dying neurons in AD? YES, by stopping DGAT2-mediated lipid droplet formation! Checkout our latest manuscript @cp-immunity.bsky.social 👇🏼 www.cell.com/immunity/abs...cell.comAmyloid-β induces lipid droplet-mediated microglial dysfunction via the enzyme DGAT2 in Alzheimer’s diseaseWhy microglia stop reducing amyloid deposits from Alzheimer’s disease (AD) brains is unknown. Prakash, Manchanda, et al. show that microglia increase their lipid droplets and lose their phagocytic cap... 67626
Reposted by Kristen Funk, PhDCharleston Conference on Alzheimer's Disease (CCAD) @the-ccad.bsky.social · 13/05/2025Nominate a deserving early-career investigator today for a chance to compete for a $100,000, 2-year grant! Support the next generation of Alzheimer’s researchers. Nominate ➡️ airtable.com/appjJE7FUGZY... #CCAD2026 #AlzheimersResearch #EarlyCareerScientists #ResearchFunding 033
Reposted by Kristen Funk, PhDImmunity @cp-immunity.bsky.social · 24/02/2025Online now: Online now: The kinase RIPK3 promotes neuronal survival by suppressing excitatory neurotransmission during central nervous system viral infectiondlvr.itThe kinase RIPK3 promotes neuronal survival by suppressing excitatory neurotransmission during central nervous system viral infectionHow innate immune signaling within neurons influences neurotransmission remains poorly understood. Estevez et al. show that the necroptotic kinase RIPK3 promotes neuronal survival during viral infections of the central nervous system by engaging a… 024
Reposted by Kristen Funk, PhDallen institute @alleninstitute.org · 18/02/2025We're now hiring for a Director of our Center for Data-Driven Discovery. The ideal candidate will spearhead efforts to create new methods for representing, analyzing, and interpreting large-scale biological data. Learn more and apply: alleninstitute.org/careers/jobs... #compneuroalleninstitute.orgJobsWe are working to solve the biggest mysteries in bioscience. 0217
Kristen Funk, PhD @kristenefunk.bsky.social · 15/02/2025But the politics leading to the gutting of the NIH, the NSF, and academic research are going to destroy any chance of that research fulfilling its potential. My heart is extra heavy today. Forgive my sad rant. It's been a rough couple of weeks. 020
Kristen Funk, PhD @kristenefunk.bsky.social · 15/02/2025Unfortunately liver melanoma generally doesn't respond to traditional chemotherapy or immunotherapy. But the next game-changing therapy for cancer, for Alzheimer's disease, for the next pandemic-inducing infectious disease could be in a basic science lab right now. 100
Kristen Funk, PhD @kristenefunk.bsky.social · 15/02/2025Scientific research has improved the prognosis for so many diseases, including cancers. Immunotherapies are a shining example of basic science-turned-game changing therapy for cancer, and likely other diseases. 100
Kristen Funk, PhD @kristenefunk.bsky.social · 15/02/2025My aunt died today from melanoma that spread to her liver. I could tell you what a wonderful person she was and how much her family will miss her. But i would be remiss to leave out that this is particularly painful in the wake of the devastating attacks on the NIH and biomedical research. 120
Reposted by Kristen Funk, PhDallen institute @alleninstitute.org · 23/01/2025Less than a week to apply for the Summer Workshop on the Dynamic Brain! 🐋🧠🌊 Apply by Feb. 1 to join us for this intensive, project-based residential course in the beautiful San Juan Islands. 🔗 alleninstitute.org/events/summe... 🧠📈alleninstitute.orgSummer Workshop on the Dynamic Brain 2025The Summer Workshop on the Dynamic Brain is an intensive, project-based residential course with a focus on the neurobiology of sensory processing, coding, and neural population dynamics. 02317
Reposted by Kristen Funk, PhDDana Foundation @danafoundation.bsky.social · 16/01/2025Are you a graduate student or postdoc and have an idea for an interdisciplinary research project related to neuroscience and society? Apply for a Trainee Research Awards by March 14 to receive up to $15,000. 🔗 on.dana.org/trainee-rese... #neurosociety #fundingopportunity #trainee 057
Reposted by Kristen Funk, PhDBruce Lamb @btlamb.bsky.social · 10/01/2025Only 5 days left to apply for the 2025 Medical Neuroscience Undergraduate Summer Research program! Come join us for an incredible neuroscience research experience in the fun city of Indianapolis! medicine.iu.edu/research-cen....medicine.iu.eduMedical Neuroscience Undergraduate Summer Research | Stark Neurosciences Research Institute | IU School of MedicineIndiana University School of MedicineContact UsFacebookInstagramLinkedInTwitterIndian... 012
Reposted by Kristen Funk, PhDI-75 Scientist @flscitriguy.bsky.social · 18/12/2024The UF Summer Neuroscience Internship Program is celebrating its 10th class this summer. It’s a great paid opportunity for undergraduate students interested in pursuing a neuroscience PhD. Applications are open now (due by Feb 1st) 🧪 neuroscience.ufl.edu/training/htt...neuroscience.ufl.eduSummer Neuroscience Internship Program (SNIP) » Department of Neuroscience » College of Medicine » University of FloridaWhat is SNIP? The University of Florida (UF) Summer Neuroscience Internship Program (SNIP) aims to support undergraduate students from diverse backgrounds who seek to pursue doctoral (Ph.D.) training ... 046
Reposted by Kristen Funk, PhDNature Neuroscience @natneuro.nature.com · 18/12/2024We're hiring! We're recruting an editor with expertise in computational, systems, or cognitive neuroscience. Must have a PhD and be able to work in the US, Berlin, or Shanghai. Application due Jan. 6. springernature.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/SpringerNatu...springernature.wd3.myworkdayjobs.comAssociate or Senior Editor, Nature NeuroscienceJob Title: Associate or Senior Editor, Nature Neuroscience Location: New York, Jersey City, Philadelphia or Berlin Application Deadline: January 6, 2025 About Springer Nature Group Springer Nature ope... 02523
Reposted by Kristen Funk, PhDScience Magazine @science.org · 17/12/2024Breaking news: A 2020 paper that sparked widespread enthusiasm for hydroxychloroquine as a #COVID19 treatment has been retracted, following campaigning by scientists who alleged the research contained major scientific flaws and may have breached ethics regulations. scim.ag/4iR9bQ6scim.agInfamous paper that popularized unproven COVID-19 treatment finally retractedStudy on hydroxychloroquine by Didier Raoult and colleagues gets pulled on ethical and scientific grounds 471501624
Reposted by Kristen Funk, PhDallen institute @alleninstitute.org · 16/12/2024🚨 Summer Internship and Postbaccalaureate positions are now posted and open for application! 🚨 Please share with your network, especially students and recent grads with unconventional backgrounds and journeys. The last day to apply is Jan. 7, 2025. alleninstitute.org/careers/inte...alleninstitute.orgInternship & Postbaccalaureate ProgramsStudents and early-career professionals in lab research, biology, neuroscience, immunology, and others should apply for our internships and fellowships. 097
Reposted by Kristen Funk, PhDShraddha Chakradhar @scchak.bsky.social · 11/12/2024🚨 Just about a month left to get your application in for this 11-week PAID opportunity with @science.org this summer! Budding science journalists, take a look at our requirements and if you fit the bill + are interested, please apply 👇🏽! 01514
Reposted by Kristen Funk, PhDAndy Truman PhD @trumanlab.bsky.social · 12/12/2024The Proteostasis Group at UNCC are excited to announce the Rising Stars in Proteostasis seminar series! This is open to postdoctoral researchers in the US. We have funds to pay for travel costs. If you are interested, please complete the google form here:https://forms.gle/b6ZTPfw5WMaqb7H18 1177
Reposted by Kristen Funk, PhDTajie Harris @tajieharris.bsky.social · 02/12/2024Deadline extended! We are still accepting applications for a postdoc preview event at UVA until December 15th. If you are currently looking for a postdoc position that focuses on neuroimmunology or glia research, please apply! med.virginia.edu/big/big-post...med.virginia.eduBIG Postdoc Preview - Center for Brain Immunology and Glia (BIG) 063
Kristen Funk, PhD @kristenefunk.bsky.social · 21/11/2024The Department of Biological Sciences at UNC Charlotte has openings for 2 full-time teaching-track faculty members. One is geared towards Anatomy and Physiology and the other is geared towards Ecology. Check them out here! jobs.charlotte.edu/postings/60049 jobs.charlotte.edu/postings/60051jobs.charlotte.eduAssistant Teaching Professor/LecturerThe applicant will possess a M.S. or Ph.D. in an area of the Biological Sciences or related discipline, a demonstrated history of employing best practices in classroom pedagogy, and a strong commitmen... 000