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DGMB @matrixbiologie.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

Don’t miss out on the early bird discount to register for #MBE2026 👇👇👇

DGMB @matrixbiologie.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

🗓️ 25/03/26 - Do not miss this!! Sign up now 👇👇👇

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DGMB @matrixbiologie.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

One week left to submit your abstracts for #ECM2026 in Copenhagen! Great news for #DGMB members: #ECM2026 offers one complimentary registration - a fantastic opportunity to attend the congress and connect with experts from around the world! Stay tuned for more information!

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DGMB @matrixbiologie.bsky.social · 19/02/2026

2026 will be a fantastic year for #matrixbiology - #BSMB in Manchester, #DGMB2026 in Heidelberg, followed by #ECM2026 in Copenhagen and of course #MBE2026 in Oulu. 👇 You can find them via our website: www.matrixbiologie.de/conferences-...

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DGMB @matrixbiologie.bsky.social · 17/02/2026

One week left to submit your abstract for this fantastic meeting 👇 It’s gonna be a great year for matrix meetings! 😎 Fancy a full week of matrix biology? Catch a direct flight from Manchester to Frankfurt after #BSMB and join us in Heidelberg for #DGMB2026 😉

The Meshwork @themeshwork.bsky.social · 16/02/2026

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Join us for another exciting seminar on February 26th! 🔬 This month's speakers Dr. Matt Jones and his PhD student Nikita Mildren will cover ECM adhesion across the cell cycle! Register by scanning the QR code or via the link: forms.gle/bkwmfwSsuKrt...

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DGMB @matrixbiologie.bsky.social · 13/02/2026

📣📅 ABSTRACT DEADLINE EXTENDED! Submit your work by the 27th February! A huge thank you to everyone who was already submitted their abstracts - we‘re looking forward to seeing you in April ☺️ #matrixbiology #DGMB2026

DGMB @matrixbiologie.bsky.social · 09/02/2026

📣Abstract deadline approaching fast! Submit your abstract by the 15th of February! 📣 We look forward to seeing you. #ECRs don't forget to register for our pre-meeting (@change-ecm.bsky.social) #matrixbiology #DGMB2026 www.matrixbiologie.de/annual-meeti...

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DGMB @matrixbiologie.bsky.social · 05/02/2026

📣Wondering what to expect from our next annual meeting? Planning your journey? Our preliminary program is now live! Don't forget to submit your abstracts!!! #matrixbiology @dsmb-dk.bsky.social @mbsanz.bsky.social @amsocmatbio.bsky.social @themeshwork.bsky.social www.matrixbiologie.de/annual-meeti...

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The Meshwork @themeshwork.bsky.social · 19/01/2026

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New year, fresh start for our webinar series 🥳 January 27th, 3pm CET (9am NY) we are excited to bring you "Collagens Across Evolution: Structure and Function" 🧬 Invited speakers: Dr. Abhishek Jalan & Dr. Debora Monego. Let's go to the structural side 🥰

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DGMB @matrixbiologie.bsky.social · 19/01/2026

📣MARK YOUR CALENDARS! Abstract submission deadline for our annual meeting in Heidelberg is the 15th of February! Register NOW! See you all in April! Early career researchers, don't forget to register for the ECR premeeting! www.matrixbiologie.de/annual-meeti...

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The Meshwork @themeshwork.bsky.social · 17/10/2025

Did you discover the Extracellular Matrix Lab Repository that we just launched??? check it out, make your own additions and let us know your thoughts!!! Let's map the ECM world together!!! @amsocmatbio.bsky.social @matrixbiologie.bsky.social @mbsanz.bsky.social docs.google.com/spreadsheets...

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CHANGE ECM MSCA Doctoral Network @change-ecm.bsky.social · 09/10/2025

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Our DCs have created graphical abstracts of their projects. We will share them here, on LinkedIn and on our website. Our first abstract is by Wendy Pérez Franco, investigating age related extra-skeletal complications in OI. Drop Wendy a message if you'd like to know more! #MSCA #OI #raredisease

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Sandrine Le Goff @sgosfflv.bsky.social · 04/10/2025

Looking for a PhD ? Don’t miss ⬇️ 12 PhDs available in the REMOD-HEALING European doctoral network, funded by Horizon Europe's MCSA-DN program, in Europe and Costa Rica ! www.euraxess.fr/jobs/375945 @themeshwork.bsky.social @matrixbiologie.bsky.social #ECM #collagen #WoundHealing #proteases

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DGMB @matrixbiologie.bsky.social · 11/09/2025

While we update our website regarding #DGMB2026, you can find a list of confirmed speakers here! 👇 We are so happy to have them and already look forward to lots of exciting science! #ECRs, we'll have a pre-meeting together with the #EU-CHANGE network - more info coming soon! #ECM #MatrixBiology

The annual meeting of the German Society for Matrix Biology will be held in Heidelberg, 15th - 17th of April, 2026. The flyer shows the "Alte Brücke" in Heidelberg Old Town.
Confirmed speakers are: Stefan Hell, Molly Stevens (online), Mats Paulsson, Viola Vogel, Leonhard Möckl, Florence Ruggiero, Tristan März, Sabine Eming, David Wilkinson, Christine Chuang, Oscar Staufer, Frauke Gräter, Markus Krüger and Veronique Orian-Rousseau.

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DGMB @matrixbiologie.bsky.social · 12/08/2025

There’s still some time left to submit your abstracts! 👇👇👇

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Chloé Yeung @ccstorytime.bsky.social · 08/08/2025

Abstract deadline extended to 15th August!

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DGMB @matrixbiologie.bsky.social · 27/06/2025

#Heparansulfate aficionados should mark their calendars! 😍 Another #matrixbiology meeting you don‘t want to miss! #ECRs, you can apply for a travel grant to attend 👇 www.matrixbiologie.de/travel-grant...

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DGMB @matrixbiologie.bsky.social · 27/06/2025

Time for another #YoungInvestigatorSpotlight, before we all head into the weekend to enjoy [or escape] the sunshine! Meet doctoral researcher Sven Schmidt @nefiew.bsky.social. His publication www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti... reveals chondroprotective effects of PGE2 during MSC chondrogenesis.

Young Investigator Spotlight Sven Schmidt.
My scientific drive stems from a deep curiosity about the unknown, and a strong belief that creativity and collaboration are essential to exploring it. I hold a Bachelor’s/Master's degree in Biomedicine from the Julius-Maximilians University of Würzburg, where I gained hands-on experience in developing, maintaining, and perfusing human induced pluripotent stem cell (hiPSC)-derived organoids. In the group of Prof. Ruohola-Baker (University of Washington, Seattle, USA), I worked at the intersection of hiPSC biology, CRISPR/Cas9 gene editing, and in silico-designed proteins provided by Prof. David Baker. Starting my PhD (2022) in the lab of PD Dr. Diederichs at Heidelberg University Hospital, I have finally found my passion for hiPSC- and mesenchymal stromal cell-based cartilage regeneration.
Scientific facts about Sven:
Favorite tissue/cell: Induced pluripotent stem cells.
Favorite ECM protein: Type X collagen (tempestuous relationship).
Most evil method in lab: Western blotting.
Best methodological skills: Click chemistry.
Favorite smell in lab: A freshly cleaned cell culture incubator.
Personal facts about Sven:
Secret superpower: Always picking the slowest checkout lane.
Bad habit: Working long hours.
Favorite Disney film: NOT Disney’s Star Wars movies :)
Most embarrassing/or all-time celebrity crush: Rick Sanchez.
How do you recharge after a busy day in the lab?
Sports, literature, food, quality sleep.

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DGMB @matrixbiologie.bsky.social · 27/06/2025

We still have some TRAVEL GRANTS AVAILABLE FOR OUR EARLY CAREER SCIENTISTS to attend this excellent meeting! APPLY NOW! 👇 www.matrixbiologie.de/travel-grant...

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DGMB @matrixbiologie.bsky.social · 20/06/2025

Time to meet another talented #ECR of our society in our #YoungInvestigatorSpotlight series 🥁 You can find @nourhan-hassan.bsky.social 's recent publication on injectable hydrogels that combine cancer therapy with tissue regeneration for osteosarcoma treatment here: pubs.rsc.org/en/content/a...

I am an Egyptian postdoctoral researcher currently working at the Center for Molecular Medicine Cologne, where I work on 3D organoid models for studying sebaceous gland biology. I earned my PhD in Molecular and Cancer Biology from the University of Münster, focusing on the role of syndican-1 in breast cancer radiation resistance. My research journey spans from my early work as an Assistant Lecturer at Cairo University to my current position in Cologne. I have significant contributions to cancer biology, biomaterials research and tissue engineering, with +15 peer-reviewed publications. My work has been recognised with prestigious awards including the German Menopause Society Award, German Breast Cancer Society Award, and FEBS Young Scientist Award. Currently, I am advancing the field of regenerative medicine through my work on organoid models and serve as a supervisory board member for the BIOMEND Doctoral Network, shaping the future of endoluminal devices.

Favourite cell: Keratinocytes. They're like the ultimate multitaskers of the skin world, and surprisingly cooperative in 3D organoid cultures!
Favourite ECM protein: Syndecan-1 (obviously!). It's been my research companion for years.
Most evil method: Western blotting.
Best method skills: Real-time PCR and FACS.
Favorite lab smell: Fresh cell culture medium. It smells like possibilities and new discoveries.

Secret superpower: Turning complex scientific concepts into simple explanations even my non-scientist friends can understand.
Bad habit: Checking my cell cultures on weekends "just for a quick look" and ending up spending 3 hrs optimising protocols.
Favourite ice cream flavour: Pistachio - it reminds me of home in Egypt.
How do you recharge after a busy day in the lab: I love cooking traditional Egyptian dishes while listening to podcasts about the latest scientific discoveries. There's something therapeutic about creating something delicious with your hands after a day of pipetting and data analysis.

The Meshwork @themeshwork.bsky.social · 03/06/2025

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🌈 Happy Pride Month! In our June newsletter, we celebrate LGBTQ+ voices / communities in STEM, spotlight the @matrixbiologie.bsky.social young investigator winner @kristinabubb.bsky.social and share new ECM research + upcoming events. The ECM is never just a scaffold—it’s a story. 🧬 📖 Read now:

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DGMB @matrixbiologie.bsky.social · 03/06/2025

📣SAVE THE DATE! #DGMB2026 will be held 15th-17th April 2026 in beautiful Heidelberg! More details to follow soon! We will also have a satellite meeting for #EarlyCareerResearchers before the main meeting, giving you a chance to meet other #ECRs and make new conference-friends! #matrixbiology

SAVE THE DATE: 15.-17. April 2026. Annual meeting of the German Society for Matrix Biology. Scientific committee: PD Dr. Solvig Diederichs, Dr. Helen Dietmar, Prof. Dr. Anja Niehoff, Dr. Paolo Alberton, Dr. Muzamil Khan.

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DGMB @matrixbiologie.bsky.social · 03/06/2025

📢 You still have time to (write and) submit your abstract for a chance to present at this fantastic meeting! 😍 Deadline 27th June! #matrixbiology

DGMB @matrixbiologie.bsky.social · 02/06/2025

Happy Monday! We're starting the week with another #YoungInvestigatorSpotlight - this time it's Leonie Ruths' profile & publication, which you can find here: www.oarsijournal.com/article/S106.... Well done to all the participants of this year's Young Investigator Award session! #matrixbiology

Young Investigator Spotlight of the German Society for Matrix Biology: Dr. Leonie Ruths.
After my studies in Biochemistry, I joined in 2020 the Division for Biochemistry of Joint and Connective Tissue Diseases (Ulm University) for my PhD studies. I focused on the involvement of the complement system in posttraumatic osteoarthritis and I was particularly interested in the role of the anaphylatoxins C3a and C5a in matrix mineralization and cartilage degeneration. Of further interest was the induction of cellular senescence in chondrocytes due to complement activation. Since my defense in the beginning of 2025, I continued my studies on posttraumatic osteoarthritis in Ulm.

Scientific facts about Leonie Ruths:
Favorite tissue/ cell: cartilage and primary chondrocytes.
Favorite ECM protein: collagen type X.
Most evil method in lab: western blot.
Best methodological skills: fluorescence microscopy.
Favorite smell in lab: xylene.

Personal facts about Leonie Ruths:
Secret superpower: good sense of direction.
Bad habit: sometimes I am a bit of a control freak.
Favorite Disney film: WALL·E.
Most embarrassing/ or all-time celebrity crush: Eddie Redmayne.
How do you recharge after a busy day in the lab? bouldering with friends.

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MBSANZ @mbsanz.bsky.social · 09/05/2025

Abstract submission and registration for the 13th International Proteoglycan Meeting & the Annual Scientific Meeting of MBSANZ are now open! 📅Abstract deadline - 30/5/25 📅Early Bird deadline - 31/7/25 Register now to secure your spot! 👉 mbsanz2025.smalltalkevents.com.au #Proteoglycans #ECM

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DGMB @matrixbiologie.bsky.social · 19/05/2025

New week, new young investigator spotlight! This week it’s Dr. Jessica Sousa Onyeisi - find her recent publication on Syndecan-4 in breast cancer here: www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...

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DGMB @matrixbiologie.bsky.social · 19/05/2025

Don’t miss this!! Sign up - it’s FREE - now 👇👇👇

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DGMB @matrixbiologie.bsky.social · 16/05/2025

📣Attention PhD students and post-docs! Attending the collagen GRC this year? Our society offers a limited number of travel grants for early career researchers: www.matrixbiologie.de/travel-grant... and don't forget to apply to the collagen GRC by June 8th! www.grc.org/collagen-con...

DGMB @matrixbiologie.bsky.social · 12/05/2025

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Let's start this week with a spotlight on @kristinabubb.bsky.social, this year's winner of our society's Young Investigator Award. You can find her recent publication on mitochondrial dysfunction in skeletal ageing here: www.science.org/doi/10.1126/...

Young Investigator Spotlight of the German Society for Matrix Biology: Dr. Kristina Bubb.
Hi, I'm Kristina! I'm a pharmacist by training and currently a postdoctoral researcher at Karolinska Institute (Sweden). My scientific journey began during my PhD in Cologne and has taken me from cartilage biology to the fascinating world of mitochondria and aging—uncovering how impaired mitochondria can drive premature skeletal and cartilage aging.
At Karolinska, I’m continuing this path with a broader perspective. I use genetically modified mouse models to investigate how mitochondrial dysfunction affects tissue homeostasis and the extracellular matrix. My research combines molecular biology, omics technologies, and histological techniques to better understand the molecular mechanisms underlying aging and tissue degeneration.
Scientific facts about Kristina:
Favorite tissue/ cell: Chondrocytes – survivors and underrated!
Favorite ECM protein: Thrombospondins.
Most evil method in lab: Genotyping - consumes half my life (still waiting for a robot to take over).
Best methodological skills: Westernblot.
Favorite smell in lab: None! But I really can’t stand the smell of β-mercaptoethanol.
Personal facts about Kristina:
Secret superpower: Creativity.
Bad habit: I don’t give up, even when I probably should.
Favorite Disney film: Finding Nemo.
Most embarrassing/ or all-time celebrity crush: Nico Santos (don't judge!).
How do you recharge after a busy day in the lab? Sports – dancing it away with a little Rock’n’Roll.

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The Meshwork @themeshwork.bsky.social · 31/03/2025

March newsletter is coming soon. Until then...Reminder that we're always on the lookout for people to join our team & of course we're here to help spread good news, publications, positions or just help you answer questions. It's free! Just DM or email us at themeshwork2020@gmail.com

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And of course, a massive “Thank you!” and “Well done!!” to the local organising committee, who have worked with the societies & friends from the nordic countries and belgium to make this a brilliant meeting! 🇧🇪🇫🇮🇸🇪🇩🇰@ccstorytime.bsky.social @valerioizzi.bsky.social @nystromlab.bsky.social

A big THANK YOU to the local team who have worked very hard for this conference to run smoothly, you did a FANTASTIC job. @nystromlab.bsky.social

Congratulations to our poster prize winners, Xinyi Bao (Freiburg) and Fady Marcous (Cologne) and to Stefanie Schmid-Herbstritt (Freiburg) who won the prize by the AJP cell physiology! @nystromlab.bsky.social

Congratulations to this year’s winner of the Young Investigator Award: Kristina Bubb from Cologne! @nystromlab.bsky.social

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The Meshwork @themeshwork.bsky.social · 27/03/2025

We hope everyone is as excited as we are for this morning‘s YOUNG INVESTIGATOR AWARD session 🎉 #MatrixNexus @themeshwork.bsky.social @nystromlab.bsky.social

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Representing #TheMeshwork at the #matrixnexus conference in Freiburg!!! Thanks to the organisers for the support!!! Growing together!!! @matrixbiologie.bsky.social

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The Meshwork @themeshwork.bsky.social · 27/03/2025

Day 2 of #matrixnexus going strong here in Freiburg. Pretty amazing science coming out of the ECM community!! Anyone interested in doing rapid fire Q's with the speakers? Drop your question below!

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Institute of Sports Medicine Copenhagen @ismcopenhagen.bsky.social · 26/03/2025

Prof. Michael Kjær opens the @matrixbiologie.bsky.social German-Nordic Joint #ECMatrix meeting #MatrixNexus2025 with a talk on Collagen in the Soft Musculoskeletal Tissue: Relation to Mechanical Loading #TeamCollagen

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Chloé Yeung @ccstorytime.bsky.social · 26/03/2025

The time has finally come! On my way to Freiburg for the #MatrixNexus2025 meeting 🤩 See you there! @matrixbiologie.bsky.social @themeshwork.bsky.social #ECMatrix www.matrixbiologie.de/annual-meeti...

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The Meshwork @themeshwork.bsky.social · 24/03/2025

Anyone attending the ECM Nexus Joint Meeting of the German, Danish and Finnish Societies for Matrix Biology in Freiburg??? Let's catch up!!! Find us in poster #32!!! @matrixbiologie.bsky.social @valerioizzi.bsky.social @ccstorytime.bsky.social @nystromlab.bsky.social #ECMnexus

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DGMB @matrixbiologie.bsky.social · 19/02/2025

TWO DAYS LEFT! SUBMIT YOUR ABSTRACT NOW!