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Nelson Lab, UIUC

@nelsonlab.bsky.social
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We investigate how hormones and metabolic factors impact tumor progression. Our goal is to use this information to develop novel therapeutics for the treatment.

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Brendan Harley @profharley.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Manuscript Monday** from the #HarleyLab. Dr Aliki Kolliopoulos published a cool article in collab with Erik Nelson & Kara Spiller to create more effective tissue regeneration biomaterials for craniofacial bone injury. Check it out: onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/... ** Yes it's Tuesday
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Reciprocal Macrophage‐<fc>MSC</fc> Crosstalk Drives Immunomodulatory and Regenerative Phenotypes in a Mineralized Collagen Scaffold
Macrophage-MSC interactions are dynamic. Following injury, neutral (M0) macrophages arrive at the defect site and polarize towards M1 (pro-inflammatory) macrophages, which can secrete inflammatory an....
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Endocrine Society @endocrinesociety.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
Basic Science Reception | Connect with investigators, trainees, and leaders to share ideas, build collaborations, and celebrate innovation in endocrinology. Join us 6:00–7:30 PM in Room W181 Foyer for an inspiring evening. #ENDO2026
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Endocrine Society @endocrinesociety.bsky.social · 13/06/2026
Our Annual Meeting Steering Committee, the dedicated group responsible for designing the educational, clinical, and scientific programming, shares what they are most excited about for #ENDO2026. #endocrinology #hormonescience
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Endocrine Society @endocrinesociety.bsky.social · 12/06/2026
ENDO 2026: Know Before You Go | ENDO is only a day away! Prepare to make the most of the meeting by reviewing key resources that will be available to you: bit.ly/4awV3c3 #ENDO20206
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Endocrine Society @endocrinesociety.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
Erik R. Nelson, PhD, #ENDO2026 Annual Committee Basic Science Chair, shares program highlights for researchers—from discovery to networking. Join us in Chicago, June 13–16, to connect bench to bedside and back:https://bit.ly/4wNkvDT
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ENDO 2026 for Basic Scientists | Erik R. Nelson, PhD
Erik R. Nelson, ENDO 2026 Annual Committee Basic Science Chair, shares program highlights for from sessions featuring prominent researchers to networking opportunities. Join us in Chicago, IL, US, June 13–16, for the latest research and connections fro...
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Endocrine Society @endocrinesociety.bsky.social · 23/05/2026
More science. More networking. More to explore. Register for #ENDO2026 expanded basic science and clinical sessions, and events like the International Welcome Reception, 5K Fun Run/Walk, and ENDOExpo with 100+ exhibitors. June 13–16, Chicago bit.ly/49iHgoX #endocrinology
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Endocrine Society @endocrinesociety.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
Gisella Carranza Leon, MD, #ENDO2026 Annual Meeting Chair, shares program highlights and what she’s most excited for at ENDO, taking place June 13–16. Discover how ENDO can help your goals, networking and more: bit.ly/4ndcq6X #endocrinology #EndoSky
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ENDO 2026: Sessions for Everyone with Gisella Carranza Leon, MD
Gisella Carranza Leon, MD, ENDO 2026 Annual Meeting Chair, shares program highlights and what she’s most excited for at ENDO 2026, taking place June 13–16: https://bit.ly/3RkyDUx She covers how we have sessions for everyone, no matter their study or ca...
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Brendan Harley @profharley.bsky.social · 16/04/2026
Big News. Today the Cancer Center at Illinois becomes the 8th NCI Designated Basic Cancer Center. www.cancer.gov/research/inf...
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Endocrine Society @endocrinesociety.bsky.social · 13/04/2026
The deadline to submit your late-breaking abstracts for #ENDO2026 is Tuesday, April 21! This is your opportunity to connect with leading investigators, gain valuable exposure for your work, and help advance the science that drives better patient care: bit.ly/4sF4zAY
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Endocrine Society @endocrinesociety.bsky.social · 26/03/2026
ENDO 2026: Late-Breaking Abstracts Now Open | Submit your late-breaking abstract for presentation at ENDO by Tuesday, April 21 at 1:00 PM ET: bit.ly/4sF4zAY #ENDO2026 #endocrinology #hormonescience
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Nelson Lab, UIUC @nelsonlab.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
Register now for an amazing menu of endocine-related science and clinical practice! Early bird rate is ending soon! #ENDO2026
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Endocrine Society @endocrinesociety.bsky.social · 11/02/2026
ENDO 2026 Early Registration Is Now Open | Join us in Chicago, IL, US for thought-provoking sessions and discussions on the latest in hormone health and science. Secure the lowest rates (bit.ly/4awLVUd) and watch our video (bit.ly/4kByPcY) #ENDO2026 #endocrinology #EndoSky
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Nelson Lab, UIUC @nelsonlab.bsky.social · 17/01/2026
ENDO2026 has an amazing lineup! The best of basic, translational and clinical sciences. Don't miss out!
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Nelson Lab, UIUC @nelsonlab.bsky.social · 13/01/2026
New paper from the Nelson Lab! ABCA1 activity re-educates macrophages to being anti-cancer. Science Advances Paper here: www.science.org/doi/10.1126/...
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Cholesterol efflux protein, ABCA1, supports anticancer functions of myeloid immune cells
Cholesterol efflux protein ABCA1 shifts macrophages to being anticancer, highlighting its potential use as a therapeutic target.
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Endocrine Society @endocrinesociety.bsky.social · 09/01/2026
ENDO 2026 Travel Grants Expanded | To support our research and early career communities, we are thrilled to announce a one-year expansion of our ENDO 2026 travel grant programs. This expansion will provide heightened support to more researchers. Learn more: bit.ly/4pvLqPA #ENDO2026
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Endocrine Society @endocrinesociety.bsky.social · 10/12/2025
Our ENDO 2026 Plenary Lineup | We are excited to announce the ENDO Plenaries! Watch our president, Carol Lange, PhD, announce the distinguished plenary speakers and what they will be exploring at ENDO 2026: bit.ly/3MpRMlK #ENDO2026 #endocrinology #EndoSky
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ENDO 2026 Plenary Lineup
We are excited to announce the ENDO 2026 Plenaries! Taking place June 13-16, 2026, in Chicago, IL, USA, ENDO will bring together world-renowned speakers to showcase the latest developments in hormone science and medicine. Hear our president, Carol Lange, PhD, announce the distinguished plenary speakers and what they will be exploring at ENDO 2026. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4pknKyl Plenary sessions include: • Unraveling Hormonal Complexity: Genomics, Sex Differences, and Physiology • Metabolism in Motion: Endocrine Regulation as a Launchpad for Therapeutic Innovation • Molecular Mechanisms in Hormone Signaling: From Bench to Bedside
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Endocrine Society @endocrinesociety.bsky.social · 06/12/2025
#ENDO2026 Abstract Submitters: The deadline for our Outstanding Abstract Awards is Thursday, January 15. Select the Outstanding Abstract Awards option during abstract submission to apply. Learn more: bit.ly/49lxDqp #endocrinology
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Call for Abstracts
ENDO 2026 Call for Abstracts
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Nelson Lab, UIUC @nelsonlab.bsky.social · 11/11/2025
The latest paper from our group is now out! Extracelluar vesicles from neutrophils drive breast cancer cells towards being more stem-like; important consequences for chemotherapy. News story and summary here: cancer.illinois.edu/researchers-... . Publication found here: doi.org/10.1016/j.ca... .
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Researchers Aim to Disrupt Breast Cancer Line of Communication and Prevent Spread | Cancer Center at Illinois
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Nelson Lab, UIUC @nelsonlab.bsky.social · 16/10/2025
Join the CCIL Cancer Research Advocacy Group for an online seminar focused on supporting mental health during a cancer diagnosis. Strategies for coping and finding empowerment through the journey - from an oncology counselor and survivors' perspectives. forms.illinois.edu/sec/50084012...
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Endocrine Society @endocrinesociety.bsky.social · 27/08/2025
Watch our videos with Annual Meeting Steering Committee Chair (AMSC) Gisella Carranza Leon, MD, on creation of ENDO programming and how submitting a session idea can help you in your career. She provides insight in English (bit.ly/3UOXNJB) and Español (bit.ly/47RuYUz). #ENDO2026 #endocrinology
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Gisella Carranza Leon, MD | ENDO 2026 Session Submissions
Annual Meeting Steering Committee Chair (AMSC) Gisella Carranza Leon, MD, discusses how submitting a session idea can help you in your career. She also provides insight on how the AMSC uses session ideas to create ENDO programming. Submit your session suggestions and symposia proposals by Tuesday, September 2: https://bit.ly/4flCMjl #ENDO2026
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Endocrine Society @endocrinesociety.bsky.social · 16/08/2025
What were your favorite articles in the current issue of @endocrinenews.bsky.social? Our cover story interviews Erik Nelson, PhD. Our features explore diabetes and liver disease and a Q&A C. Wayne Bardin International Travel Award Winner Yoshitomo Hoshino, MD, PhD. Read more: bit.ly/3UZMPkw
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Nelson Lab, UIUC @nelsonlab.bsky.social · 04/08/2025
Help shape ENDO2026! Submit your suggestions for great endocrine society science now!
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EndoMedia @endomedia.bsky.social · 15/07/2025
Thanks for an amazing #ENDO2025! We will see you next year! @endocrinesociety.bsky.social #endosky
Sign for ENDO 2026 in Chicago.
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Nelson Lab, UIUC @nelsonlab.bsky.social · 14/07/2025
@endocrinesociety.bsky.social #ENDO2025 rocking out to this beauty: youtu.be/KsBgcEvihS8?...
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The Endocrine System Song by Peter Weatherall
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Nelson Lab, UIUC @nelsonlab.bsky.social · 12/07/2025
My amazing colleague @loriraetzman.bsky.social the 2025 Endoctrine Society Laureate Awardee for distinguished service. #ENDO2025 @endocrinesociety.bsky.social
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Nelson Lab, UIUC @nelsonlab.bsky.social · 11/07/2025
Arrived at SFO #ENDO2025 @endocrinesociety.bsky.social
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Nelson Lab, UIUC @nelsonlab.bsky.social · 11/07/2025
Some amazing programming about to happen at #ENDO2025 !! @endocrinesociety.bsky.social
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School of Molecular & Cellular Biology at Illinois (U. of I.) @mcbillinois.bsky.social · 25/06/2025
#Illinois researchers have successfully treated a common type of colorectal cancer tumor with a cholesterol inhibitor drug, demonstrating a promising treatment for the disease in animal experiments. The study was published in Nature Chemical Biology: go.mcb.illinois.edu/623 @nelsonlab.bsky.social
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Colorectal cancer treated with cholesterol inhibitor in U. of I. study | School of Molecular & Cellular Biology | Illinois
University of Illinois researchers have successfully treated a common type of colorectal cancer tumor with a cholesterol inhibitor drug, demonstrating a promising treatment for the disease in animal experiments.
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Nelson Lab, UIUC @nelsonlab.bsky.social · 09/04/2025
I am very proud to have helped develop Elacestrant for the treatment of breast cancer. There is still much to be done - and we show up to lab every day striving to do better for patients. Stories like these inspire us: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Puk6... #endcancer #BCSM #breastcancer #stage4
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Research at Duke Restored Mei's Quality of Life
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Nelson Lab, UIUC @nelsonlab.bsky.social · 04/03/2025
New review paper from the lab highlighting cholesterol, the immune system and tumor biology. PhD co-authors discuss its importance in this interview.
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Nelson Lab, UIUC @nelsonlab.bsky.social · 21/02/2025
Just a day away! Join the Cancer Research Advocacy Group for a special webinar on survivorship. Great tips on navigating the insurance system! Register here: forms.illinois.edu/sec/380306938
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Brendan Harley @profharley.bsky.social · 20/02/2025
Why I Study Cancer The cancers that are fatal today don't have to be tomorrow. Support for biomedical research enables generational shifts in how we treat cancer. What a privilege to work at @cancercenteril. Work funded by National Institutes of Health www.instagram.com/reel/DGTUxwD...
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Nelson Lab, UIUC @nelsonlab.bsky.social · 18/02/2025
A bit after-the-fact, but thanks to WAND -TV for highlighting our work! www.wandtv.com/news/u-of-i-...
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U of I professor studies new drug to treat cancer
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WAND)- Erik Nelson is a professor of Molecular and Integrative Physiology at the University of Illinois. Nelson is also the program leader of the Cancer Center of Illinois
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Science News @scinews.bsky.social · 22/01/2025
Drug candidate eliminates breast cancer tumors in mice in a single dose "This effect is robust and independent of tumor size with eradication of even very large tumors." Open Access pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/...
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Smile Politely @smilepolitely.com · 05/12/2024
Truly life-changing work is being done by Nelson and this team of researchers here in C-U to fight against cancer in new ways.
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Erik Nelson and team of researchers finding new ways to treat cancer is inspiring - SPlog
I receive the Daily Illini‘s newsletter that goes out every so often, showcasing the stories by University of Illinois students working on their craft and publishing stories that they’ve been working ...
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