pegmccarthy.bsky.social @pegmccarthy.bsky.social · 19/08/2026Come join our great team of interactive and collegial scientists! 031
Reposted by @pegmccarthy.bsky.socialUniversity of Maryland, Baltimore @umaryland.edu · 07/01/2026Maryland research is rising 📈 Now No. 14 overall and No. 9 among public institutions in the NSF’s HERD survey! @umaryland.edu & @univofmaryland.bsky.social, ranked as one enterprise, topped $1.5B in R&D—up $154M+ YoY.umaryland.eduUniversity of Maryland Named Top 10 Research Institution - NewsAnnual Survey Puts University Research at No. 14 Overall, No. 9 Among Public Institutions. 112
pegmccarthy.bsky.social @pegmccarthy.bsky.social · 13/01/2026Excellent use of scientific research in humans and animal models - Trump Unmasked www.nytimes.com/2026/01/13/o...nytimes.comOpinion | Trump Unmasked 010
Reposted by @pegmccarthy.bsky.socialUniversity of Maryland School of Medicine @medschool.umaryland.edu · 01/12/2025Big news in brain research! 🧠 Dr. Marc Simard receives the Javits Neuroscience Investigator Award—a 7-year, $4.34M grant from NIH for his pioneering work on brain swelling and injury. 🔗 bit.ly/43WkVLm #Neuroscience #MedEd #MedSky #Research 051
Reposted by @pegmccarthy.bsky.socialUniversity of Maryland School of Medicine @medschool.umaryland.edu · 04/11/2025Big Congratulations to Dr. Marco Venniro! 🎉 This prestigious award recognizes early-career scientists making groundbreaking strides in addiction research. Thank you Dr. Venniro for all your hard work! 🏆👏 #Research #Award #MedEd #MedSky 041
pegmccarthy.bsky.social @pegmccarthy.bsky.social · 22/10/2025So excited to see Esa recognized for her amazing work to date and her tremendous potential, she will have an impact 010
Reposted by @pegmccarthy.bsky.socialUniversity of Maryland School of Medicine @medschool.umaryland.edu · 21/10/2025Congratulations to Dr. Esa Davis on being elected to the National Academy of Medicine! 🎉👏 Her work in maternal health & health equity is shaping guidelines and improving lives nationwide. 🔗 Learn more about Dr. Davis's accomplishments: bit.ly/3WdlBaV #NAM #HealthEquity #MedEd #MedSky #Leadership 041
pegmccarthy.bsky.social @pegmccarthy.bsky.social · 14/10/2025A fantastic event for young and wild alike! 032
Reposted by @pegmccarthy.bsky.socialSBN on Bluesky @sbn-bsky.bsky.social · 13/10/2025Has a Mentor Impacted Your Journey in Behavioral Neuroendocrinology? The Larry Young Mentorship Award was established by SBN to honor Larry's exceptional dedication to mentoring graduate students, postdocs, and junior faculty. Nomination Deadline: Monday October 13 That's TODAY! 021
pegmccarthy.bsky.social @pegmccarthy.bsky.social · 25/09/2025nam.edu/news-and-ins...nam.eduAutism and Tylenol: Exploring the Evidence on Acetaminophen in Pregnancy - NAMMargaret McCarthy discusses the genetics of autism, how to interpret associations with Tylenol (acetaminophen) use in health studies, and why medical guidance matters. 032
Reposted by @pegmccarthy.bsky.socialJonathan VanRyzin @jwvanryzin.bsky.social · 06/08/2025Incredibly grateful to be one of the 2025 BBRF Young Investigator Grant awardees! Thank you to @bbrfoundation.bsky.social and to my mentors for their support along the way! 3142
Reposted by @pegmccarthy.bsky.socialJonathan VanRyzin @jwvanryzin.bsky.social · 13/08/2025I am SO EXCITED to share this one! The latest paper from the lab is online in @cp-cellreports.bsky.social. We show microglia prune NAc astrocyte processes during abstinence from cocaine-self ad which drives later drug seeking behavior. www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...sciencedirect.comAbstinence from cocaine self-administration promotes microglial pruning of astrocytes, which drives cocaine-seeking behaviorRodent drug self-administration leads to a compromised ability of nucleus accumbens astrocytes to maintain glutamate homeostasis as well as to reducti… 23716
Reposted by @pegmccarthy.bsky.socialBaltimore Brain Series @bmorebrainy.bsky.social · 19/08/2025Abstract submission for the Fall 2025 cycle of the Baltimore Brain Series award is now open! Nominees will give an in-person talk at the awarding institution. Apply here by September 5th: redcap.link/baltimorebra... @jhu.edu @um-mind.bsky.social @umaryland.edu @umsomneurosci.bsky.social 013
Reposted by @pegmccarthy.bsky.socialMarla Feller @mfeller.bsky.social · 20/08/2025Come join our new Department of Neuroscience @ucberkeleyofficial.bsky.social as an Assistant Professor! aprecruit.berkeley.edu/JPF05041aprecruit.berkeley.eduAssistant Professor - Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Neuroscience - Department of NeuroscienceUniversity of California, Berkeley is hiring. Apply now! 17981
Reposted by @pegmccarthy.bsky.socialGreg Folkers @gregfolkers.bsky.social · 15/08/2025Nature: Cancelling mRNA studies is the highest irresponsibility go.nature.com/3HDx4wD cc Jay Bhattacharya 10634247
Reposted by @pegmccarthy.bsky.socialUM-MIND - Institute for Neuroscience Discovery @um-mind.bsky.social · 11/08/2025We are so excited to announce that Leonardo Parra-Rivas, PhD, will be joining us in December as an Assistant Professor in UM-MIND and the Department of Neurology! Leo's work focuses on the molecular pathways underlying synucleinopathies, including Parkinson's disease and LB dementia. Welcome, Leo! 052
Reposted by @pegmccarthy.bsky.socialWomen in Neuroscience UK @womeninneurouk.bsky.social · 09/08/2025🚨 Deadline for nominations extended! 🚨 You have one week to nominate someone doing exceptional neuroscience work! 🧠 Whether they’re in the lab, behind the scenes, or amplifying science through communication—nominate them now before the window closes 👩🔬 👨🔬 1129
Reposted by @pegmccarthy.bsky.socialUniversity of Maryland School of Medicine @medschool.umaryland.edu · 06/08/2025📍Recently, we joined #Baltimore leaders at a community health summit led by engAGE With Heart. 💬 “Not just a program, but a ministry.” 🏥 Drs. Esa Davis & Chuck Callahan called for trust-based hubs—churches, barbershops, libraries—to bridge gaps in care. 🔗 bit.ly/456ADob #PublicHealth #MedED 021
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Reposted by @pegmccarthy.bsky.socialUniversity of Maryland School of Medicine @medschool.umaryland.edu · 08/08/2025Dr. Graeme Woodworth & Dr. Moran Roni Levin received the University System of Maryland Board of Regents Faculty Awards for research & teaching! 🏅🩺 👏 Congrats to these inspiring leaders! 🔗 Learn more about these awards here: bit.ly/41s2Lj1 #Award #MedEd #Maryland #HigherEd 052
Reposted by @pegmccarthy.bsky.socialStand Up for Science! @standupforscience.net · 04/08/2025“To the scientists wondering if there will even be an NIH by the end of this administration, this committee’s resounding message is: ‘Yes, Congress has your back’,” said @murray.senate.gov We’re not near the finish line yet - but this is a strong step in the right direction. zurl.co/AzSK7nature.com‘Congress has your back’: US senators tell scientists they want to protect NIH budgetSenate budget bill includes small increase for the health-research agency — but faces a long road before being signed into law. Senate budget bill includes small increase for the health-research agency — but faces a long road before being signed into law. 923867
Reposted by @pegmccarthy.bsky.socialNPR @npr.org · 04/08/2025The 2024 National Survey on Drug Use and Health report found that in recent years, depression and suicidal thoughts and behaviors in teens have declined.n.prTeen suicide is on the decline, new federal data showsThe 2024 National Survey on Drug Use and Health report found that in recent years, depression and suicidal thoughts and behaviors in teens have declined. 1722729
Reposted by @pegmccarthy.bsky.socialTressie McMillan Cottom @tressiemcphd.bsky.social · 31/07/2025A reminder about the importance of healthcare to every single state www.nytimes.com/interactive/...nytimes.comHow Health Care Remade the U.S. EconomyMedicine is now the nation’s largest employer, but its growth may be slowing. 216052
Reposted by @pegmccarthy.bsky.socialUM-MIND - Institute for Neuroscience Discovery @um-mind.bsky.social · 31/07/2025@umneurosurgery.bsky.social @medschool.umaryland.edu 021
Reposted by @pegmccarthy.bsky.socialUMSOM Program in Neuroscience @umsomneurosci.bsky.social · 29/07/2025You won’t want to miss the 2025 annual PIN retreat on August 22 - this is a fantastic opportunity to connect with your colleagues and enjoy Patapsco Park! Register by August 5 here: umaryland.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_... 012
pegmccarthy.bsky.social @pegmccarthy.bsky.social · 28/07/2025Doctors Have Lost Their Mount Olympus of Medicine www.nytimes.com/2025/07/28/o...nytimes.comOpinion | Doctors Have Lost Their Mount Olympus of Medicine 000
Reposted by @pegmccarthy.bsky.socialTallyAnnaE ☮️🌊 🏳️⚧️🏳️🌈🦋🐸 @tallyannae.bsky.social · 23/07/2025Get vaccinated y'all! 0125
Reposted by @pegmccarthy.bsky.socialUniversity of Maryland School of Medicine @medschool.umaryland.edu · 24/07/2025💡 Discover how Dr. @fertiglab.bsky.social is pioneering the use of mathematical models for medicine: bit.ly/4f6b1La #MedEd #Research #Genomics #Science🧪 #WomenInStem #Biology #ClinicalTrialsbit.ly2025 News - Getting to Know: Elana Fertig, PhD, Director of the Institute for Genome Sciences at the University of Maryland School of Medicine | University of Maryland School of Medicine 031
Reposted by @pegmccarthy.bsky.socialUniversity of Maryland School of Medicine @medschool.umaryland.edu · 24/07/2025Dr. @fertiglab.bsky.social is redefining clinical trial research. 🧬👩🔬✨ From multi-omics to digital twins, her work in computational biology at @genomescience.bsky.social is transforming how we treat & understand disease. ⏯️ Watch her vision for team science & precision medicine! 132
Reposted by @pegmccarthy.bsky.socialUniversity of Maryland School of Medicine @medschool.umaryland.edu · 24/07/2025Learn how University of Maryland School of Medicine researchers are changing the future of emergency medicine with artificial blood! 🩸📰 011
Reposted by @pegmccarthy.bsky.socialInstitute for Genome Sciences @genomescience.bsky.social · 24/07/2025We're hiring Postdoc/Fellows in #Microbiome, #Immunology, #Bioinformatics studying the gut microbiome’s role in immune tolerance development. Learn more: bit.ly/3UnA5DU 143
Reposted by @pegmccarthy.bsky.socialAAUP @aaup.org · 24/07/2025You can never bend the knee enough to appease an authoritarian bully. This is a devastating blow to academic freedom & freedom of speech at Columbia. Never in the history of this nation has there been an administration so intent on the utter destruction of higher education as we know it.nytimes.comColumbia Agrees to $200 Million Fine to Settle Fight With Trump 551772629
Reposted by @pegmccarthy.bsky.socialMarija Kundakovic @kundakoviclab.bsky.social · 14/07/2025Great first day at #SBN2025 . We had a wonderful panel on sex and gender — thanks everyone for attending! Plus enjoyed the night out catching up with @drglitterbear.bsky.social & @megangmassa.com @sbn-bsky.bsky.social 1135
Reposted by @pegmccarthy.bsky.socialMarija Kundakovic @kundakoviclab.bsky.social · 13/07/2025In Vancouver for the @sbn-bsky.bsky.social meeting! If you are here, do not miss our panel on Sex and gender at 5 pm today! Panelists: Marija Kundakovic, Art Arnold, Liisa Galea, Kristina Smiley, Jacques Balthazart Moderated by: Kathleen Casto See you there! w/ @liisagalea.bsky.social #SBN2025 1222
Reposted by @pegmccarthy.bsky.socialBrian Trainor @briantrainor.bsky.social · 14/07/2025Microglia can engulf oxytocin and vasopressin fibers within the brain modulating their availability to be released @neurokaty.bsky.social #SBN2025 052
Reposted by @pegmccarthy.bsky.socialBrian Trainor @briantrainor.bsky.social · 14/07/2025We have a responsibility as scientists to combat misinformation by speaking the truth to our neighbors and politicians @pegmccarthy.bsky.social #sbn2025 054
Reposted by @pegmccarthy.bsky.socialBrian Trainor @briantrainor.bsky.social · 14/07/2025Dietary fiber reduces inflammatory responses while enhancing microglia function -A. Ciernia #SBN2025 022
Reposted by @pegmccarthy.bsky.socialBrian Trainor @briantrainor.bsky.social · 14/07/2025Social instability stress during adolescence increases negative cognitive bias and inflammatory markers in the brain @travisehodges.bsky.social #SBN2025 052
Reposted by @pegmccarthy.bsky.socialLiisa Galea @liisagalea.bsky.social · 16/07/2025At #SBN2025 Jill Becker talks about the differences in motivation and escalation for cocaine and other drugs. The motivation for initial use is so interesting.,. In rodent models females also increase infusions of cocaine more so than males. (Mirroring escalation in humans). 052
Reposted by @pegmccarthy.bsky.socialMarija Kundakovic @kundakoviclab.bsky.social · 16/07/2025Another great @sbn-bsky.bsky.social meeting! So good to see everyone and hear about exciting science! Until next time! ❤️ w/ @liisagalea.bsky.social @drglitterbear.bsky.social @lailaouldibbat.bsky.social @travisehodges.bsky.social @caromenard666.bsky.social @ciernialab.bsky.social #SBN2025 2183
Reposted by @pegmccarthy.bsky.socialKiran Soma @kiransoma.bsky.social · 19/07/2025#SBN2025 was full of great science, people, and fun! Big thanks to @dr-stan.bsky.social and our students for helping organize!! 🥰 2215
Reposted by @pegmccarthy.bsky.socialDrGlitterbear @drglitterbear.bsky.social · 17/07/2025The 2025 Society for Behavioral Neuroendocrinology meeting was a glorious time in beautiful Vancouver, BC, CA. My postdoc and grad student won awards. My postdoc gave a talk and stood up for what he believed in passionately. 2222
Reposted by @pegmccarthy.bsky.socialDrGlitterbear @drglitterbear.bsky.social · 17/07/2025The DEI committee, of which I chair, made a positive impact supporting trainees and hosted three successful events. Our DEI speaker spoke about integrating Indigenous knowledge and Euro-Western science. @megangmassa.com @l-hiura.bsky.social @steroiddr.bsky.social and Mario Gil 1132
Reposted by @pegmccarthy.bsky.socialDrGlitterbear @drglitterbear.bsky.social · 17/07/2025And, on Sunday, my colleagues spoke about our work on preclinical models of gender-affirming care, the current struggles with funding, and how to work with the community to best serve their needs. @sarahmeerts.bsky.social Fay Guarraci, Tony Auger, and @endoeartha.bsky.social 2113
Reposted by @pegmccarthy.bsky.socialCaroline Menard @caromenard666.bsky.social · 22/07/2025Had a wonderful time in Vancouver last week for the @sbn-bsky.bsky.social meeting 🤓 I learnt a lot 🧠 during our panel chaired by the fantastic Rae Silver with @laurenhablitz.bsky.social Kara Pham @christie-dionisos.bsky.social We even had lunch with the president @pegmccarthy.bsky.social 🤘 0121
pegmccarthy.bsky.social @pegmccarthy.bsky.social · 23/07/2025Excited to announce our latest production! @jwvanryzin.bsky.social @aemarquardt.bsky.social @um-mind.bsky.social www.nature.com/articles/s41...nature.comTiming matters: modeling the effects of gestational cannabis exposure on social behavior and microglia in the developing amygdala - NeuropsychopharmacologyNeuropsychopharmacology - Timing matters: modeling the effects of gestational cannabis exposure on social behavior and microglia in the developing amygdala 072
Reposted by @pegmccarthy.bsky.socialSBN on Bluesky @sbn-bsky.bsky.social · 19/07/2025Job ad for neurobio at Vassar neurojobs.sfn.org/job/38931/as...neurojobs.sfn.orgAssistant Professor Of Biology, Tenure Track - Poughkeepsie, New York job with Vassar College | 38931The Department of Biology at Vassar College invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor beginning fall 2026. 012
pegmccarthy.bsky.social @pegmccarthy.bsky.social · 16/07/2025What do these people have in common? You guessed it- they have been or will be a President of the Society for Behavioral Neuroendocrinology @sbn-bsky.bsky.social 0132
pegmccarthy.bsky.social @pegmccarthy.bsky.social · 15/07/2025Tremendous energy from young and old at the 29th Annual SBN meeting in Vancouver Canada #SBN 140
