iiinova — where your digital self keeps evolving

MD Anderson Cancer Center UTHealth Houston Graduate School @mda-uthgrad.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

The lab coats are ready — and so are we. Ahead of this year's Lab Coat Ceremony, we’re looking back at the memories that made last year’s celebration so special. Later today, we’ll celebrate our second-year students and honor the Paul E. Darlington Mentor Award recipient. 📺: loom.ly/t02DsRY

000

MD Anderson Cancer Center UTHealth Houston Graduate School @mda-uthgrad.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

Great mentors help others see their potential and find their own path. Congratulations to Jian Hu, PhD, and Claire Singletary, MS, CGC, recipients of the 2026 D. Dudley and Judy White Oldham Faculty Award, honored for helping students grow beyond the classroom! 🔗: loom.ly/N11qWjA

000

MD Anderson Cancer Center UTHealth Houston Graduate School @mda-uthgrad.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

Laurel Boatright planned to pursue an MD until research revealed another way to make an impact. Now a Microbiology and Infectious Diseases PhD student, she studies microbiology and cervical cancer. Hear how she found her place in science. Read more: go.uth.edu/LaurelBoatrightFindsPlaceInScience

021

MD Anderson Cancer Center UTHealth Houston Graduate School @mda-uthgrad.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

✍️ Faculty, help your students stand out in the graduate school application process! Join us tomorrow at 3 p.m. for Discover Biomedicine: Faculty Edition — Writing a Compelling Letter of Recommendation, featuring insights from four faculty members. 🔗: gsbs.uth.edu/admissions/recruitment-schedule

010

MD Anderson Cancer Center UTHealth Houston Graduate School @mda-uthgrad.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

What if lessons from the COVID mRNA vaccines could help fight cancer? Meet Cancer Biology PhD student K M Salim (Opu) Andalib, who won first place in the GSRD Pre-candidacy PhD Elevator Pitch Contest for his pitch on developing a universal cancer vaccine. Read more: go.uth.edu/AndalibPitch...

021

MD Anderson Cancer Center UTHealth Houston Graduate School @mda-uthgrad.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Your career is more than your next step — it’s the connections, skills, and experiences you build along the way. Save the dates for the 2026 Alumni Career Symposium: Building Your Future, Oct. 27-29, featuring virtual sessions, keynote, and in-person networking. Registration and details coming soon!

010

MD Anderson Cancer Center UTHealth Houston Graduate School @mda-uthgrad.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

What will you discover at the Graduate School? Meet our recruiters at upcoming events to explore our programs, research opportunities, and community. Bring your questions and find out where graduate training could take you. See where you can meet us next: gsbs.uth.edu/admissions/recruitment-schedule

120

MD Anderson Cancer Center UTHealth Houston Graduate School @mda-uthgrad.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

🔬 What’s it like to train with Graduate School faculty? Join us tomorrow at 3 p.m. for Discover Biomedicine: Research Spotlights and hear from Souvik Bhattacharyya, PhD, and Swathi Arur, PhD, about their research and experiences mentoring students. 🔗: gsbs.uth.edu/admissions/recruitment-schedule

020

MD Anderson Cancer Center UTHealth Houston Graduate School @mda-uthgrad.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

An early experience in a welcoming microbiology lab helped shape Jennifer Walker, PhD, as a scientist and mentor. Hear how her students’ questions inspire her own — and how mentorship, curiosity, and collaboration come together at the Graduate School: go.uth.edu/JenniferWalkerPhDOpensDo…

032

MD Anderson Cancer Center UTHealth Houston Graduate School @mda-uthgrad.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Mentorship took center stage at Friday’s Immunology Program Symposium. The day's conversations included keynote speaker Vicki Alger, associate director of training and evaluation at the Gulf Coast Consortia, who discussed navigating mentoring relationships. Congratulations to our poster winners!

020

MD Anderson Cancer Center UTHealth Houston Graduate School @mda-uthgrad.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Graduate School students joined Dean Alejandro Aballay, PhD, for a conversation on rotation labs, finding mentors, fellowships, career paths, and the future of science. The best part? Seeing where the conversation goes, shaped by the questions, experiences, and ideas students bring to the table.

020

MD Anderson Cancer Center UTHealth Houston Graduate School @mda-uthgrad.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Explore your path to graduate school — talk with our recruiters at upcoming events across Texas, or join our weekly virtual Discover Biomedicine sessions for practical guidance to prepare for graduate school. See all events and opportunities to connect: gsbs.uth.edu/admissions/recruitment-schedule

010

MD Anderson Cancer Center UTHealth Houston Graduate School @mda-uthgrad.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

One of Laurel Boatright’s favorite things about Outreach? Helping undergraduate students see research as an option. Hear why this Microbiology and Infectious Diseases PhD student loves connecting with future researchers — and telling them about her experience at the Graduate School.

020

MD Anderson Cancer Center UTHealth Houston Graduate School @mda-uthgrad.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

🧬 The Cancer Biology Program’s Fall Retreat brought students and faculty together to share their science, celebrate the community behind the research, and catch up with alumni. Congratulations, award winners, and thanks to the student co-chairs, Program Council, and all who organized the day!

020

MD Anderson Cancer Center UTHealth Houston Graduate School @mda-uthgrad.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

A tradition worth celebrating! 🎉 The Association of Minority Biomedical Researchers (AMBR) came together today for AMBRunch, with good food, bingo, and plenty of opportunities to connect. Cheers to another year of celebrating community and keeping the AMBRunch tradition going! 🥳 #WeAreGSBS

020

MD Anderson Cancer Center UTHealth Houston Graduate School @mda-uthgrad.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

📝 Ready to make your graduate school application stand out? Join us tomorrow at 3 p.m. for Discover Biomedicine: Crafting a Winning Personal and Research Statement, featuring Assistant Dean for Career and Alumni Engagement Raquel Ybañez Salinas, PhD. 🔗: gsbs.uth.edu/admissions/recruitment-schedule

010

MD Anderson Cancer Center UTHealth Houston Graduate School @mda-uthgrad.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Josh Lindenberger’s path took him from an early interest in medicine to infectious disease research and, unexpectedly, to the cancer research he fell in love with. Hear his story and imagine what a path in biomedical science could look like at the Graduate School: gsbs.uth.edu/admissions

031

MD Anderson Cancer Center UTHealth Houston Graduate School @mda-uthgrad.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Finding the right lab comes with questions — and it helps to hear from people who have been there. Today’s Find Your Lab: A Rotation Exploration, hosted by the First-Generation Student Group, gave students a chance to hear firsthand rotation experiences and get guidance from Academic Affairs.

032

MD Anderson Cancer Center UTHealth Houston Graduate School @mda-uthgrad.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Graduate education is shaped by more than research — it’s the mentorship, opportunities to explore new directions, and a community that supports your growth. Talk with recruiters and student ambassadors from the Graduate School at an upcoming fall event: gsbs.uth.edu/admissions/recruitment-schedule

021

MD Anderson Cancer Center UTHealth Houston Graduate School @mda-uthgrad.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

👥 Curious about what it’s like to be a graduate student at the Graduate School? Join us tomorrow at 3 p.m. for Discover Biomedicine: Insights from Our Graduate Students, featuring four of our PhD students sharing their experiences and perspectives. 🔗: gsbs.uth.edu/admissions/recruitment-schedule

022

MD Anderson Cancer Center UTHealth Houston Graduate School @mda-uthgrad.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

The Graduate School administrative offices will be closed Monday, September 7, 2026, in observance of Labor Day. Offices will reopen Tuesday, September 8. For assistance during this time, please contact talk2gsbs@uth.tmc.edu.

000

MD Anderson Cancer Center UTHealth Houston Graduate School @mda-uthgrad.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Join us every Wednesday through October for our virtual series Discover Biomedicine. Today, Associate Dean of Graduate Education Cherilynn R. Shadding, PhD, will share the features and requirements for the Graduate School. 🔗 Register: gsbs.uth.edu/admissions/recruitment-schedule

000

MD Anderson Cancer Center UTHealth Houston Graduate School @mda-uthgrad.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

A new academic year begins at the Graduate School! Across our PhD, MS, and MD/PhD programs, students are starting new research, exploring new disciplines, finding mentors, and advancing the questions that will shape their fields. Here’s to the challenges, breakthroughs, and milestones ahead!

020

MD Anderson Cancer Center UTHealth Houston Graduate School @mda-uthgrad.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Congrats to Yibo Dai, Sseu-Pei Hwang, Peyton High, PhD ’26, and Kris Wang, PhD ‘26, recipients of the 2026 Presidents’ Research Scholarship — the highest honor recognizing outstanding research by senior students. They shared their work with incoming students during New Student Orientation.

011

MD Anderson Cancer Center UTHealth Houston Graduate School @mda-uthgrad.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Great science takes great teamwork. Gabriela Fernández Castillo, PhD, a leader of the Team Science Component at UTHealth Houston Center for Clinical and Translational Sciences, joined T32 trainees today to share evidence-based collaboration, communication, and psychological safety and coordination.

051

MD Anderson Cancer Center UTHealth Houston Graduate School @mda-uthgrad.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Congratulations to Stephen Farmer, PhD ’26, who was recently selected as a 2026 National Institutes of Health (NIH) Outstanding Scholars in Neuroscience Award Program (OSNAP) recipient! He will present his research and connect with NIH scientists at the award symposium in Maryland in January.

020

MD Anderson Cancer Center UTHealth Houston Graduate School @mda-uthgrad.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

New Student Orientation is underway! Incoming students are exploring career paths, connecting with organizations, discovering resources, and getting to know the Texas Medical Center and Houston as they begin navigating life at the Graduate School this week. Welcome to our newest students!

011

MD Anderson Cancer Center UTHealth Houston Graduate School @mda-uthgrad.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

The newest scholars selected for The Academy at GSBS took part in the program’s pre-matriculation bootcamp this week! Through mentoring, workshops, professional development, and ongoing support by the office of student affairs, The Academy prepares students for success in biomedical science careers.

000

MD Anderson Cancer Center UTHealth Houston Graduate School @mda-uthgrad.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Photos, sharing research, and exchanging ideas with incoming and outgoing Kopchick Fellows are at the heart of the annual Graduate Student Research Day visit for John J. Kopchick, PhD ’80. The Kopchick Fellowships are made possible through the generosity of Dr. Kopchick and Charlene Kopchick.

010

MD Anderson Cancer Center UTHealth Houston Graduate School @mda-uthgrad.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

One last look at Summer Biomedical Academy this week. 🔬 High school students spent a couple of days asking questions, exploring biomedical science, and discovering what's possible. Their curiosity and enthusiasm made it an unforgettable experience. ⭐ #CommunityOutreach #WeAreGSBS

010

MD Anderson Cancer Center UTHealth Houston Graduate School @mda-uthgrad.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

🧬 August's Paper of the Month highlights research by Genetics and Epigenetics student Mo-Fan (Elena) Huang and collaborators, whose AI-driven approach improves the production of mature, functional liver cells while identifying key genetic regulators of liver development. 🔗: loom.ly/TVwy_TU

020

MD Anderson Cancer Center UTHealth Houston Graduate School @mda-uthgrad.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

Discovering what's possible. 🔬 That's what the Summer Biomedical Academy is all about. Hosted by our Community Outreach Group, high school students experienced hands-on experiments, lab tours, career exploration, and guidance on preparing for futures in biomedical sciences earlier this week. ✨

010

MD Anderson Cancer Center UTHealth Houston Graduate School @mda-uthgrad.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Every defense tells a story of perseverance, discovery, and growth. 🎓✨ We're proud to celebrate the Graduate School students who have recently defended their thesis or dissertation. Join us in congratulating these outstanding scholars, and stay tuned for more defenses! 🌟 #WeAreGSBS

000

MD Anderson Cancer Center UTHealth Houston Graduate School @mda-uthgrad.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

What inspires a scientist? Sometimes it starts with a single hands-on experience. As Summer Biomedical Academy approaches, hear why the GSBS Community Outreach Group leaders are committed to introducing K–12 students to biomedical science. 🎥 Learn how they are making science more accessible.

010

MD Anderson Cancer Center UTHealth Houston Graduate School @mda-uthgrad.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Congrats to Senior Academic Advisor Kehinde (Kenny) Ogunseye, PhD, on being named a UTHealth Houston Staff Recognition Spotlight Award honoree! 👏 Presented by the University Classified Staff Council, the award recognizes exceptional staff who exemplify care, commitment, integrity, and knowledge.

000

MD Anderson Cancer Center UTHealth Houston Graduate School @mda-uthgrad.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

Congrats to the Summer 2026 Peer Review Challenge winners!🎉 Launched in Spring 2026, the challenge helps students strengthen research proposals through peer feedback before submitting to external funders. Each winner will receive a $5,000 Excellence in Grantsmanship Award upon proposal submission.

000

MD Anderson Cancer Center UTHealth Houston Graduate School @mda-uthgrad.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

🔬 Last week’s Graduate Student Research Day celebrated outstanding student research through competitions, and an inspiring keynote address from Vanderbilt University Professor Erin Calipari, PhD. Congratulations to our award winners! 🔗 View winners and event highlights: loom.ly/MDSVDH4

000

MD Anderson Cancer Center UTHealth Houston Graduate School @mda-uthgrad.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

🔬 We're enjoying Graduate Student Research Day! Students shared their innovative research through oral and poster presentations, and the elevator pitches in just 90 seconds. Our keynote speaker is now on stage! 👏 Watch out for an update about our winners.

000

MD Anderson Cancer Center UTHealth Houston Graduate School @mda-uthgrad.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

It's Graduate Student Research Day eve, and students are prepared for faculty judges to review their presentations and elevator pitches. We look forward to celebrating your work.🙌 Good luck, all! See event details: gsbs.uth.edu/gsbs-events/gsrd

000

MD Anderson Cancer Center UTHealth Houston Graduate School @mda-uthgrad.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

🎓 Congrats to our 2026 Distinguished Alumna, Yolanda (Yoli) Sanchez, PhD '93. From a defining moment in graduate school to leading the University of New Mexico Comprehensive Cancer Center, Sanchez reflects on the discoveries, resilience, and leadership that shaped her journey. 🔗 loom.ly/jDz-3R4

000

MD Anderson Cancer Center UTHealth Houston Graduate School @mda-uthgrad.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

Looking for insights about the growth of AI in life sciences? Here's a conversation our community might enjoy: the first episode of Corner with Wenyi, featuring guests discussing resilience, interdisciplinary collaboration, and the evolving role of AI in science. 🎥 loom.ly/nIV_Hyo

000

MD Anderson Cancer Center UTHealth Houston Graduate School @mda-uthgrad.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

The Graduate School administrative offices will be closed Friday, July 3, 2026, in observance of Independence Day. Offices will reopen Monday, July 6. For assistance during this time, please contact talk2gsbs@uth.tmc.edu.

010

MD Anderson Cancer Center UTHealth Houston Graduate School @mda-uthgrad.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Communications Assistant Lauren Nguyen helps tell the stories that inform, engage, and connect the Graduate School community. Learn more about work and her journey to the UT MD Anderson UTHealth Houston Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences. 🔗 loom.ly/vUDPlFM #WeAreGSBS

100

MD Anderson Cancer Center UTHealth Houston Graduate School @mda-uthgrad.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

🔬 Through the GSBS Community Outreach Group, students partner with schools, museums, and community organizations across Houston to make biomedical science engaging and accessible for all. Hear why outreach has become one of the most rewarding parts of the officers' graduate school experience!

000

MD Anderson Cancer Center UTHealth Houston Graduate School @mda-uthgrad.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

Celebrate Discovery 🧬 At "GSRD" students present the research driving tomorrow's biomedical breakthroughs. The day also features keynote speaker Erin Calipari, PhD, along with opportunities to connect with students, faculty, and colleagues. Learn more and register: loom.ly/rr6veUo

000

MD Anderson Cancer Center UTHealth Houston Graduate School @mda-uthgrad.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

How do chromosomes find their matching partners and exchange genetic information during reproduction? Recent graduate Melissa Frasca, PhD, helped answer that question by uncovering the protein MutSgamma acts earlier in the meiosis than previously thought. 🔗 loom.ly/oFZzP8k @francescacole.bsky.social

010

MD Anderson Cancer Center UTHealth Houston Graduate School @mda-uthgrad.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Graduate School students and other trainees from the T32 Clinical and Translational Training Program translated complex research for a broader audience at the UTHealth Houston Center for Clinical and Translational Sciences T1-T4 in 3 (Minutes) Translational Challenge. 🔗 loom.ly/lNwvHos

000

MD Anderson Cancer Center UTHealth Houston Graduate School @mda-uthgrad.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

The Graduate School administrative offices will be closed Friday, June 19, 2026, in observance of Juneteenth. Offices will reopen Monday, June 22. For assistance during this time, please contact talk2gsbs@uth.tmc.edu.

000

MD Anderson Cancer Center UTHealth Houston Graduate School @mda-uthgrad.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

Kopchick Fellow and Genetics and Epigenetics PhD student Richa Nayak studies how repetitive DNA sequences — including remnants of ancient viruses — are regulated in stem cells and how their disruption may contribute to diseases like cancer. 🎥 Learn more about her graduate school experience.

000

MD Anderson Cancer Center UTHealth Houston Graduate School @mda-uthgrad.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

Celebrating leadership, mentorship, and service. 🎉 Thank you to our outgoing program directors for their contributions to the Graduate School. We're also excited to welcome new program directors as they step into new leadership roles. We appreciate all who helps strengthen our academic community!👏

011