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Protein Society @proteinsociety.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

🧬 Figure Friday Can we engineer how proteins choose their partners? Andrew Marshall, Charles Bond & colleagues created a DBHS protein that favors pairing with itself, revealing clues about what drives protein partner preference. 📄 Protein Science: onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/... 🖼️ Fig. 4

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Protein Society @proteinsociety.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

🎃 October’s Under the Microscope is here! Explore an imagined Halloween interview with Jacques Monod, TPS award nominations, upcoming events & Protein Science highlights. 📬 Read: mailchi.mp/proteinsocie...

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Protein Society @proteinsociety.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

🧬 Heading to the 2026 S-STEM Scholars & PI Meeting? Visit The Protein Society’s booth and meet our team! Our CEO, Raluca Cadar, will also speak on the “Finding Community Within Your Discipline” panel on October 10. See you in DC! #SSTEM2026

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Protein Society @proteinsociety.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

🧬 Discover the research in Protein Science through Figure Friday! Each week, we spotlight a figure and the finding behind it. Published in the journal? Submit your paper and a figure for consideration: socialmedia@proteinsociety.org Learn more: www.proteinsociety.org/protein-scie...

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Protein Society @proteinsociety.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

🧬 Figure Friday Not all amino acid changes affect proteins the same way. Liskin Swint-Kruse & colleagues developed RheoScale 2.0 to reveal hidden patterns in how substitutions impact protein function. 📄 Protein Science: onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/... 🖼️ Fig. 4 #FigureFriday

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Protein Society @proteinsociety.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

🧬 Save the date! Join The Protein Society & ELRIG for Protein Sciences in Drug Discovery 2026, Nov. 10–11 at GSK Stevenage, UK. Explore AI/ML, protein design, advanced QC, challenging targets & novel therapeutics. Learn more: elrig.org/portfolio/pr...

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Protein Society @proteinsociety.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

🏆 2027 Protein Society Award Spotlight: Hans Neurath Award Honoring recent contributions of exceptional merit to basic protein research. 👏 Congrats to 2026 recipient Dr. Babis Kalodimos of St. Jude! Nominations close Nov. 1: www.proteinsociety.org/awards-eligi...

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Protein Society @proteinsociety.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

🧬 Figure Friday Can we engineer proteins to better resist oxidation? Seyed Shahriar Arab & colleagues developed EvoMut, a tool that identifies oxidation-prone amino acids—and predicts which can be safely changed to improve stability. 📄 Read more: onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/... 🖼️ Fig. 2

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Protein Society @proteinsociety.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

🏆 2027 Protein Society Award Spotlight: Emil Thomas Kaiser Award Recognizing significant contributions to applying chemistry in the study of proteins. 👏 Congrats to 2026 recipient Professor Peng Chen of Peking University! Nominations close Nov. 1: www.proteinsociety.org/awards-eligi...

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Protein Society @proteinsociety.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

🔬 The September issue of Under the Microscope is here! Inside: 🧬 protein science in drug discovery, 🏆 2027 TPS Awards & Fellows nominations, 📖 the latest from Protein Science, upcoming webinars & more. Read the latest: mailchi.mp/proteinsocie...

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Protein Society @proteinsociety.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

🧬 Figure Friday How does HIV-1 protease change as drug resistance develops? Rieko Ishima & colleagues show that resistance mutations increase asymmetry in the protein’s flexible flaps when bound to darunavir. 📄 Read more: onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/... Fig. 1A–B #FigureFriday

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Protein Society @proteinsociety.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

🏆 2027 Award Spotlight: Dorothy Crowfoot Hodgkin Award This award recognizes exceptional contributions in protein science that profoundly influence our understanding of biology. 👏 Congrats to 2026 recipient Andreas Martin! Nominations close Nov 1: www.proteinsociety.org/awards-eligi...

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Protein Society @proteinsociety.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

🧬 Figure Friday AI is making protein design faster, but can protein production keep up? Edson Noriega, Chris Bahl & colleagues developed a high-throughput workflow for rapid protein purification, demonstrated across 96 diverse proteins.

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Protein Society @proteinsociety.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

🏆 2027 Protein Society Award Spotlight: Christian Anfinsen Award This award recognizes technological achievement or significant methodological advances in protein science. 👏 Congrats to 2026 recipient Paula Booth of King's College Nominations close Nov. 1: www.proteinsociety.org/awards-eligi...

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Protein Society @proteinsociety.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

🧬 Figure Friday! Can protein design make a challenging antibiotic target easier to study? Oliver Zerbe and colleagues created a soluble mimic of LptD, a bacterial membrane protein, that could help make this promising target more accessible for drug screening. (Fig. 1) #FigureFriday

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Protein Society @proteinsociety.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

🧬 Figure Friday Can a protein “helper” promote protein splicing? Chris Lennon and colleagues at Murray State University show that the chaperone GroEL stabilizes intein-containing proteins during heat stress, indirectly increasing splicing. #FigureFriday #ProteinScience

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Protein Society @proteinsociety.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

🎓🧬 Starting a new lab or research program this fall? Welcome to the protein science community! And to our experienced researchers: What’s one piece of advice you’d give someone joining a lab for the first time? Drop your advice below! 👇 #GradSchool #Mentorship #Research

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Protein Society @proteinsociety.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

🧬 Figure Friday: Can AI predict where membrane proteins belong? Edward Lyman and colleagues developed GPSforTMDs, a deep learning model that uses protein structure and chemistry to predict membrane protein localization. 📄 Read more here: onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/... #ProteinScience

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Protein Society @proteinsociety.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

🏆 Nominations for the 2027 Awards are open through Nov. 1! Award Spotlight: Protein Science Young Investigator Award (sponsored by Wiley), recognizing early career scientists who have made important contributions to protein research. Learn more here: www.proteinsociety.org/awards-eligi...

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Protein Society @proteinsociety.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

📖 Looking for something to read this week? Check out the latest issue of Protein Science for new discoveries and fresh research inspiration. 🔗 onlinelibrary.wiley.com/toc/1469896x... What's the best protein science paper you've read lately? 🧬

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Protein Science: Vol 35, No 9

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Protein Society @proteinsociety.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

Did you attend #PS40? 💬 We want to hear from you! Please complete the PS40 survey sent to your email. Your responses will help us improve future Protein Society meetings. 📅 Save the date: PS41 is coming to San Francisco, July 9–12, 2027!

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Protein Society @proteinsociety.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

🎓 Starting a new semester or welcoming new lab members? Take a few minutes to read this thoughtful article by former TPS President Chuck Sanders. It's filled with practical advice that's just as relevant today for new graduate students and their mentors. 📖 Read here: mailchi.mp/proteinsocie...

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Protein Society @proteinsociety.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

🧬 Figure Friday Can the same protein form different partnerships? Zahra Alavi and Christian Wilson show that the molecular chaperone BiP forms two distinct types of dimers, revealing a new way cells may regulate protein folding. #FigureFriday #ProteinScience

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Protein Society @proteinsociety.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

Thanks for making #TPS40 a success! 🎉 Please remember to complete the PS40 survey sent to your email. Your feedback helps us improve future meetings. 📅 Save the date: #TPS41 will be in San Francisco, CA, July 9–12, 2027! We hope to see you there!

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Protein Society @proteinsociety.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

🔬 The July edition of Under the Microscope is now available! This month, Raquel Lieberman explores "Bringing the AI Revolution to the Biochemistry Classroom," highlighting how AI is reshaping biochemistry education. 📖 Read it here: mailchi.mp/proteinsocie... #UnderTheMicroscope

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Protein Society @proteinsociety.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

🎉 That’s a wrap on #PS40! Thank you to everyone who joined us in Boston and made our 40th Annual Symposium one to remember! 🧬 🌉 See you at #PS41 in San Francisco, California! 📅 July 9–12, 2027 Until next year! 💙

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Protein Society @proteinsociety.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

🎉 Congrats to our #TPS40 winners! 🏆 Exhibitor Passport: Jacopo Zattoni & Laura Nataly Mesa Lozano 📱 Social Media: Anas Shamsi, Emily Walsh, Escobar Rosales Montserrat, Raibat Sarker, Christophe Dussault & Marisa Barilla 🌟 Most Popular Post: Saleha Anwar Thank you to everyone who participated!

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Protein Society @proteinsociety.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

🧬 It’s the final day of #TPS40 🏆 Don’t miss today’s final Plenary Award talks & the TPS Business Meeting. 🎉 Join us at the TPS Booth at 10 a.m. for our social media contest & Exhibitor Passport raffle drawings! Special thank you to our sponsors and exhibitors for helping make PS40 possible

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Protein Society @proteinsociety.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

🧠 Final #TPS40DailyTrivia! ❓ Where will the 2027 Annual Symposium (PS41) take place? 📧 Email your answer to socialmedia@proteinsociety.org before tomorrow’s raffle drawing at 10 AM! 🏆 Drawing at Registration. Must be present to win! #TPS40 #TPS41

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Protein Society @proteinsociety.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

🗳️ TPS Members: Don’t forget to VOTE! Help choose the future leaders of The Protein Society, including our President-Elect and new members of the Executive Council and Nominating Committee. 📩 Check your email for your ballot. ⏰ Voting closes July 22 at midnight!

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Protein Society @proteinsociety.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

🏢 Did you attend an industry visit with @aiproteins.com? Share an approved photo from your visit with #TPS40IndustryVisit to earn an entry into the TPS40 Raffle! 📸🎟️ Winners drawn July 22 at 10 a.m. at Registration. Must be present to win! #TPS40

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Protein Society @proteinsociety.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

🧠 #TPS40DailyTrivia ❓ The first webinar from The Protein Society focused on what topic? 💡 Hint: Think of a recent global event that changed the world and put proteins at the center of urgent research. 🦠🔬 First 10 correct answers emailed to socialmedia@proteinsociety.org enter the raffle! #TPS40

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Protein Society @proteinsociety.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

🧬 Day 3 of #TPS40 is here! 🏆 Plenary Award sessions begin today at 12:35 p.m. Don’t miss the opportunity to hear from this year’s outstanding honorees! ⚾ Tonight, we’re heading to Fenway for the Red Sox game! Please note: RSVP required. Enjoy another great day of protein science! 🎉

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Protein Society @proteinsociety.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

📸 Show us your #TPS40Spotlight experience! Post a photo of yourself with PS40 signage and use #TPS40Spotlight to earn an entry into the TPS40 Raffle! 🎟️🎁 Winners drawn July 22 at 10 a.m. at Registration. Must be present to win!

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Protein Society @proteinsociety.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

🤳 Come say hi at the TPS Booth! Grab a prop, snap a selfie, and post it with #SayHiTPS40 to earn an entry into the TPS40 Raffle! 🎟️ 🎁 Stop by to see all the prizes you could win! #TPS40

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Spencer Aloysius @spenecer.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

When you submit an abstract for the @proteinsociety.bsky.social Annual Symposium, it can be chosen as a Flash Talk. This is great experience for undergraduate and graduate students. #TPS40 🌏🧪🔬🧬🧶

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Protein Society @proteinsociety.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

🧠 #TPS40DailyTrivia! ❓ Who is the current Editor-in-Chief of Protein Science? Be one of the first 10 to email the correct answer to socialmedia@proteinsociety.org to enter the #TPS40 raffle! 🎟️ 🏆 Drawing: July 22 at 10 AM at Registration. Must be present to win! #TheProteinSociety #ProteinScience

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Protein Society @proteinsociety.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

🧬 Good morning from Day 2 of #TPS40! Start your day with the Nicoya Breakfast & Learn at 8:15 a.m. in the Commonwealth Ballroom! 🥐 Then, enjoy another full day of science, networking & more. Don’t forget to watch for today’s Daily Trivia question! 🎉 🧠 Keep an eye out for today’s #TPS40DailyTrivia

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Protein Society @proteinsociety.bsky.social · 19/07/2026

🎁 Come by the TPS Booth at #TPS40 and check out all the prizes you could win in our raffles! There are plenty of ways to earn entries throughout the symposium. Stop by and see what’s up for grabs, and join the fun! 👀🏆 #TheProteinSociety

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Protein Society @proteinsociety.bsky.social · 19/07/2026

🧠 #TPS40DailyTrivia! ❓ Who is the current President of The Protein Society? Be one of the first 10 to email the correct answer to socialmedia@proteinsociety.org to enter the #TPS40 raffle! 🏆 Drawing: July 22 at 10 AM at Registration. Must be present to win!

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Protein Society @proteinsociety.bsky.social · 18/07/2026

🎉 #TPS40 registration is NOW OPEN at the registration booth! Pick up your badge TONIGHT and you’ll automatically be entered into a raffle for a chance to win one of FOUR $50 gift cards! 🎟️🏆 Stop by, get registered, and kick off PS40 with us! 🧬

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Protein Society @proteinsociety.bsky.social · 18/07/2026

Welcome to Boston, #TPS40! Pick up your badge today for a chance to win 1 of 4 $50 gift cards! Be sure to enter our contests for a chance to win TPS CEO's Favorite Things prize, now including 40,000 Marriott Bonvoy® points, courtesy of The Westin Boston Seaport District. Good luck and enjoy PS40!

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Protein Society @proteinsociety.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

🎉 PS40 starts this weekend! Before you travel: ✅ Review the daily program ✅ Plan your schedule ✅ Follow us for live updates & contests ✅ Pack your curiosity! Safe travels to everyone heading to Boston, we can't wait to see you! 🧬 #TPS40

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Protein Society @proteinsociety.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

🎉 Get ready for #TPS40 contests! Win prizes by joining our Daily Trivia, Attendee Spotlight, Booth Selfie, Industry Visit, and Most Popular Post contests. 📧 Check your inbox for the Know Before You Go email with important details. A big thank you to our sponsors for helping make PS40 possible!

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Protein Society @proteinsociety.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

🥐 Start your Monday at #TPS40 with Nicoya's Breakfast & Learn! 📅 July 20 🕗 8:15–8:50 a.m. Enjoy breakfast while learning how SUPR-DSF is helping researchers generate rapid protein stability and binding insights. Don't miss it!

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deirdrebrekken.bsky.social @deirdrebrekken.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

I look forward to sharing information about our training programs at UT Southwestern as an exhibitor at #TPS40! Come visit us!

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Protein Society @proteinsociety.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

🏆 Meet the 2026 Award Winners who will be recognized at #TPS40! From pioneering discoveries to lasting contributions in protein science, these outstanding scientists will also deliver award lectures during the symposium. Join us in congratulating this year's recipients!

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Laura M. K. Dassama @lmkdassama.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

Looking forward to being amongst protein enthusiasts and celebrating our group's work at #TPS40!!

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Protein Society @proteinsociety.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

🎉 1 week until #TPS40! In just a week, we'll be in Boston celebrating 40 years of The Protein Society with science, award lectures, workshops, and more. Check out the Schedule at a Glance, then plan your week with the full daily program: www.proteinsociety.org/daily-progra... See you in Boston!

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Protein Society @proteinsociety.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

🧬 Figure Fridays Can flexible proteins still have specific functions? Rebecca Berlow and colleagues show that small sequence changes in intrinsically disordered CITED proteins alter the shapes they explore and impact how they bind their partners. #FigureFriday #ProteinScience

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