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Dr Rebecca Dumbell

@rebeccadumbell.bsky.social
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Neuroendocrinologist Associate Prof in growth and energy balance - brains, fat, hormones, genes and rhythms. She/her. Views my own www.dumbell-lab.com

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Dr Rebecca Dumbell @rebeccadumbell.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Living my Belle in the library moment as I fill my new cupboard space in the lab! #WomenInSTEM
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Cristina Marquez @crismarquez.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Last week to apply to our course on #BehavioralPrototyping and #BehavioralControl. Learn how to use Bonsai, design your behavioural setup and build the state machine you need for your dream experiment. @ebbsociety.bsky.social is sponsoring 10 spots!!
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Dr Rebecca Dumbell @rebeccadumbell.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Freshers / Welcome Week Bingo (day 1): ✅ Air is thick with perfume/aftershave ✅ Got stuck behind someone trying to get into the staff carpark & card didn't work ✅ Student walked into my office looking for induction in another building All ready for the start of a new academic year! #LetsDoThis
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Dr Rebecca Dumbell @rebeccadumbell.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
Taking a break on a WFH day, with my coworker (Bracken). A time to refresh and refocus as I catch up on various tasks that built up while I was in Manchester for @bsneuroendo.bsky.social this week. His goals are likely a bit different to mine though! 🐾🐕 #ADogsLife #WorkLifeBalance #AcademicLife
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Dr Rebecca Dumbell @rebeccadumbell.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
One of the highlight talks for me in this meeting - comparative neuroendocrinology in "unusual" model species is truly fascinating , and Kelly is a really enthusiastic and engaging speaker 🙌🏻🦭🧠 #NeuroendoCelebrate2026
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British Society for Neuroendocrinology @bsneuroendo.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
This session is on scientific publishing with @jne-editor.bsky.social as areal world case study.
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British Society for Neuroendocrinology @bsneuroendo.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
Pula-Peace James-Okoro delivers her Julia Buckingham Prize winning talk for early career researchers on GIP and nausea avoidance behaviour in mice 🏆🧠🤢🐁#NeuroendoCelebrate2026
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British Society for Neuroendocrinology @bsneuroendo.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
This year's Michael Harbuz Prize winner is Szilvia Vas, talking about her contribution to the field of reproductive neuroendocrinology (and her journey back to the hypothalamus)! 🏆🧠🐁 #NeuroendoCelebrate2026
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Dr Rebecca Dumbell @rebeccadumbell.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
An inspiring message "you can change that nature of science by what you do". Highlighting not pulling the ladder up behind us as we progress #NeuroendoCelebrate2026
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Dr Rebecca Dumbell @rebeccadumbell.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
On my way to Manchester for #NeuroendoCelebrate2026 our @bsneuroendo.bsky.social meeting dedicated to showcasing #ECR #research and celebratory dinner tonight! See you there..?
Rebecca wearing a black waterproof jacket and noise cancelling headphones on a train with countryside moving fast behind her in the window
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British Society for Neuroendocrinology @bsneuroendo.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
What is JNE's main strength? "Society-owned journals allow scientists to be in control of publishing research that serves science and society." #LoveMyJNE @rebeccadumbell.bsky.social chatted with JNE Editor-in-Chief @mikelehman.bsky.social to find out more:
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Dr Rebecca Dumbell @rebeccadumbell.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
Never too old to be presenting a poster at conference! If you missed me at the poster session I'm still around for the rest of the meeting. Thank you @bsneuroendo.bsky.social for the travel grant to Nagoya for the #ICN2026! @infneuroendo.bsky.social @ntuneuro.bsky.social @ntumeta.bsky.social
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Dr Rebecca Dumbell @rebeccadumbell.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
Kevin O'Byrne the deserving awardee of @bsneuroendo.bsky.social Mortyn Jones memorial lecture at @infneuroendo.bsky.social #ICN2026. Starting off by paying tribute to his collaborators and "science family" who keep the work fun. I keep his advice as a reminder on the whiteboard in my office:
Kevin O'ByrneA whiteboard reading "BE BOLD! BE BRAVE! BE POSITIVE! - K O'B"
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Dr Rebecca Dumbell @rebeccadumbell.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
A really fantastic talk on NPY by Herbert Herzog this morning at the @infneuroendo.bsky.social #ICN2026. Starting with a history of the field and then linking stress and energy balance (et al) using some beautiful mouse genetic studies. @bsneuroendo.bsky.social @ntuneuro.bsky.social
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Dr Rebecca Dumbell @rebeccadumbell.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
Last night's view in Nagoya @bsneuroendo.bsky.social @jne-editor.bsky.social #BSNfriends in Japan
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Dr Rebecca Dumbell @rebeccadumbell.bsky.social · 27/07/2026
Joe Takahashi @circadianclocks.bsky.social, beautifully introducing #circadian clock regulation with metabolism and healthy aging. Justifying my Japanese breakfast this morning in Nagoya #ICN2026 #FascinatingNeuroendocrinology @infneuroendo.bsky.social @bsneuroendo.bsky.social
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British Society for Neuroendocrinology @bsneuroendo.bsky.social · 26/07/2026
We're enjoying following what's happening with our members at the International Congress on Neuroendocrinology in Nagoya, Japan this week - kicking off early this morning local time Tag us in your posts to let us know what you're up to! #FascinatingNeuroendocrinology #ICN2026
Holding slide for the International Congress on Neuroendocrinology 2026 on the topic of "Fascinating Neuroendocrinology" with a female speaker at the podium on the left and two male chairs sat to the right of the stage.
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Kate Ellacott @neuroendo.bsky.social · 26/07/2026
Ready for kick-off at the International Congress of Neuroendocrinology in Nagoya, Japan. Looking forward to an exciting few days of science in a great venue 🧠 #ICN2026 @bsneuroendo.bsky.social
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Stage a main hall of ICN2026
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Dr Rebecca Dumbell @rebeccadumbell.bsky.social · 26/07/2026
Happy to be in Nagoya, Japan for the #ICN2026 on the topic of #FascinatingNeuroendocrinology and really looking forward to catching up on the science and with friends and colleagues old and new @bsneuroendo.bsky.social @infneuroendo.bsky.social @ntuneuro.bsky.social
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British Society for Neuroendocrinology @bsneuroendo.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
What is JNE's main strength? "Society-owned journals allow scientists to be in control of publishing research that serves science and society." #LoveMyJNE @rebeccadumbell.bsky.social chatted with JNE Editor-in-Chief @mikelehman.bsky.social to find out more:
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Dr Rebecca Dumbell @rebeccadumbell.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
Treating myself to some lab work today. Check out these little jellybeans! #neuroscience #lightsheet #micrsocopy #brains #TissueClearing @ntuneuro.bsky.social
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British Society for Neuroendocrinology @bsneuroendo.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
🎉🎉🎉Congratulations to former BSN Trustee Prof Helen Christian who has won the Society for Endocrinology 2027 Outstanding Teacher of the Year Award! 🎉🎉🎉
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Jonathan Bailey @plagiarismtoday.com · 28/04/2026
A recent study highlights just how inexpensive and easy it is to purchase authorship in an academic paper. In some cases, it can be as little as $57. www.plagiarismtoday.com/2026/04/28/h... #ResearchIntegrity #AcademicIntegrity #Plagiarism #RetractionWatch
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How Much Does it Cost to Purchase Authorship in an Academic Paper?
A recent study highlights just how inexpensive and easy it is to purchase authorship in an academic paper. In some cases, it can be as little as $57.
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British Society for Neuroendocrinology @bsneuroendo.bsky.social · 05/03/2026
Have you seen our Postdoctoral Fellowship Grant Writing Toolbox🖋️? Created by our early career researcher Sub-committee, this toolbox gives tips and guidance for writing your first fellowship application. DOWNLOAD: www.neuroendo.org.uk...‪
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Research Professional News @resprofnews.bsky.social · 25/02/2026
Job losses at UK research-intensive universities double in two years. Exclusive: Scale of redundancies branded a “disaster”. www.researchprofessionalnews.com/rr-news-uk-u...
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Job losses at research-intensive universities double in two years - Research Professional News
Exclusive: Scale of redundancies revealed branded a “disaster” for UK research capacity
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Society for Endocrinology @socendocrinology.bsky.social · 12/02/2026
Are you an early career Scientist, Clinician, Nurse or Associated Professional? Apply for our Leadership & Development Awards Programme! This initiative supports your growth in endocrinology with tailored opportunities for early career members. Apply by 13 April 2026 👉 shorturl.at/yX2hw
A nurse in a clinical setting attends to a patient’s arm, applying a medical device. Large text on the left reads ‘Apply for our Leadership & Development Awards Programme,’ and text at the bottom right reads ‘Deadline: 13 April 2026.’ The Society for Endocrinology logo appears in the top-right corner.
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Journal of Neuroendocrinology @jne-editor.bsky.social · 09/02/2026
Our journal is now recognised as the leading journal in our field, with an Impact Factor of 4.1 - and we're ready for more! Read our plans: www.neuroendo.org.uk... Data: Wiley Insights
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British Society for Neuroendocrinology @bsneuroendo.bsky.social · 11/02/2026
Shout out to the women on the BSN Committee - thanks for all you do for our Society! www.neuroendo.org.uk... @paulabrunton.bsky.social Monica Imbernon Isadora C. Furigo Dr Gisela Helfer Kate Ellacott Dr Rebecca Dumbell #BSNwomeninscience #february11
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British Society for Neuroendocrinology @bsneuroendo.bsky.social · 11/02/2026
Get inspired for #11february Intl Day of Women & Girls in Science We've pulled together all our resources by BSN women scientists - enjoy interviews with eminent scientists, tips from new lab leaders, 6 years of plenary lectures & encouraging videos: www.neuroendo.org.uk...
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Dr Rebecca Dumbell @rebeccadumbell.bsky.social · 03/12/2025
Lab Christmas pottery painting! #Sciencemas @ntuneuro.bsky.social @ntumeta.bsky.social
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Journal of Neuroendocrinology @jne-editor.bsky.social · 26/11/2025
What are JNE's 3 main focus areas? Dr Rebecca Dumbell @rebeccadumbell.bsky.social chats with Professor Mike Lehman @mikelehman.bsky.social, Editor-in-Chief, Fundamental and Mechanistic Strand, on the journal's top three focus areas for the coming years.
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What are Journal of Neuroendocrinology's three main focus areas?
Dr Rebecca Dumbell, British Society for Neuroendocrinology's Communications Secretary, interviews Professor Mike Lehman, Editor-in-Chief, Fundamental and Mechanistic Strand, Journal of Neuroendocrinology, on his top three focus areas for the journal in the coming years. https://www.neuroendo.org.uk
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Sarah Wieten @sarahwieten.bsky.social · 25/11/2025
Look, LLM use in academia isn't just students. You need to be speaking clearly with your collaborators about your writing standards from the beginning. Make people say out loud that they don't write their own articles anymore.
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Journal of Neuroendocrinology @jne-editor.bsky.social · 20/11/2025
What are JNE's 3 main focus areas? Dr Rebecca Dumbell @rebeccadumbell.bsky.social chats with Professor Mike Lehman @mikelehman.bsky.social, Editor-in-Chief, Fundamental and Mechanistic Strand, on the journal's top three focus areas for the coming years.
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What are Journal of Neuroendocrinology's three main focus areas?
Dr Rebecca Dumbell, British Society for Neuroendocrinology's Communications Secretary, interviews Professor Mike Lehman, Editor-in-Chief, Fundamental and Mechanistic Strand, Journal of Neuroendocrinology, on his top three focus areas for the journal in the coming years. https://www.neuroendo.org.uk
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Dr Rebecca Dumbell @rebeccadumbell.bsky.social · 19/11/2025
"Society owned journals allow scientists to control publishing research that serves science and society." #YourSocietyYourJournal @jne-editor.bsky.social @mikelehman.bsky.social @bsneuroendo.bsky.social
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British Society for Neuroendocrinology @bsneuroendo.bsky.social · 18/11/2025
Publishing in Journal of Neuroendocrinology directly benefits the community. “The grant boosted research output, skills, and confidence, strengthened our local laboratory capacity & enhanced our professional ranking.” - Prof Oluwole Akinola & Joseph Enya www.neuroendo.org.uk...
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Journal of Neuroendocrinology @jne-editor.bsky.social · 14/11/2025
What are JNE's 3 main focus areas? Dr Rebecca Dumbell @rebeccadumbell.bsky.social chats with Professor Mike Lehman @mikelehman.bsky.social, Editor-in-Chief, Fundamental and Mechanistic Strand, on the journal's top three focus areas for the coming years.
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What are Journal of Neuroendocrinology's three main focus areas?
Dr Rebecca Dumbell, British Society for Neuroendocrinology's Communications Secretary, interviews Professor Mike Lehman, Editor-in-Chief, Fundamental and Mechanistic Strand, Journal of Neuroendocrinology, on his top three focus areas for the journal in the coming years. https://www.neuroendo.org.uk
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Zack Polanski @zackpolanski.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
Lower bills. Tax billionaires. Let's get to it. Join.greenparty.org.uk
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Marcus Chown @marcuschown.bsky.social · 03/11/2025
The Empire created Britain’s wealth. Yet I can’t remember it ever being mentioned in history at school. It means many people have no idea why they see the mix of people they the do around them. Ignorance of history plays into the hands of fhe far-right.
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Dr Rebecca Dumbell @rebeccadumbell.bsky.social · 30/10/2025
Travelling north to give a seminar talk and meet with colleagues at @uofglasgow.bsky.social tomorrow 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 @ntuneuro.bsky.social @ntumeta.bsky.social
Rebecca on a train wearing headphones with a beautiful view of the lake district - heather covered hills and blue sky - out the window
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John Gallagher @earlymodernjohn.bsky.social · 30/10/2025
Genuinely delighted to download a PhD thesis from a university repository where the author has neglected to remove the words "BITCH THIS IS YOUR THESIS" from the filename.
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Denise Belsham @denisebelsham.bsky.social · 29/10/2025
This talk was so much fun! 🤩 Hopefully I helped to inspire the young(er) researchers to dream big and don’t let anyone limit your potential. #ShowUpAsYouAre 🧠🌟 @infneuroendo.bsky.social @bsneuroendo.bsky.social @paneuroendo.bsky.social
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Dr Rebecca Dumbell @rebeccadumbell.bsky.social · 27/10/2025
At our @bsneuroendo.bsky.social annual meeting in Bradford this year I interviewed the super @denisebelsham.bsky.social on her group's work and what drives her. I think we can all relate to being motivated to prove people wrong!
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Dr Rebecca Dumbell @rebeccadumbell.bsky.social · 24/10/2025
I interviewed Prof Anne White for the BSN on her research at our annual meeting in Bradford this year. Something that struck me was her investment in the #Postdoc members of her team, using profits from #commercialisation of her work.
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British Society for Neuroendocrinology @bsneuroendo.bsky.social · 15/10/2025
What is JNE's main strength? "Society-owned journals allow scientists to be in control of publishing research that serves science and society." #LoveMyJNE @rebeccadumbell.bsky.social chatted with JNE Editor-in-Chief @mikelehman.bsky.social to find out more:
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Jonathan Pettitt @genotripe.bsky.social · 06/10/2025
This is a hugely important piece for anyone who wants to understand why the Cass review is ideologically driven and should not be used to develop healthcare policy
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Dr Rebecca Dumbell @rebeccadumbell.bsky.social · 26/09/2025
This week we welcomed new team member Maisie Smedley on placement from @uniofnottingham.bsky.social BSc Neuroscience who will be working on tissue clearing and mapping hypothalamic networks. We were all busy in the lab this week! @ntuneuro.bsky.social @ntumeta.bsky.social www.Dumbell-lab.com
L-R Maisie, Rebecca, Annabelle and Marwa working at the bench in the lab
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European Medicines Agency @ema.europa.eu · 23/09/2025
Paracetamol remains an important option to treat pain or fever in pregnant women. Following rigorous assessment of the available scientific data, we find no evidence that taking paracetamol during pregnancy causes autism in children. Read more 👉 www.ema.europa.eu/en/news/use-...
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Use of paracetamol during pregnancy unchanged in the EU | European Medicines Agency (EMA)
Paracetamol medicines can be used in pregnancy, in accordance with official recommendations
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Dr Rebecca Dumbell @rebeccadumbell.bsky.social · 19/09/2025
Restarting neuro/metabolism #JournalClub with a cake! Will it turn into baking club? (I hope so) @marwaalkhalidi.bsky.social @ntuneuro.bsky.social @ntumeta.bsky.social
Homemade victoria sponge looking a little ...rustic after it was made quite late last night in between MSc thesis marking! Marwa kicks us off with the paper she picked to present
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Dr Rebecca Dumbell @rebeccadumbell.bsky.social · 17/09/2025
This week @helferlab.bsky.social and I had a great and productive day visiting @mrcharwell.bsky.social to help get set up for my @acmedsci.bsky.social funded animal study. Really excited to be moving forward! 🐭🧠🍔🔬
Gisela Maria Rebecca and Tania in a selfie in front of the signage for the Mary Lyon Centre at MRC Harwell
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Dr Gisela Helfer @helferlab.bsky.social · 16/09/2025
Short visit to MRC Harwell today and a great catch-up with @rebeccadumbell.bsky.social. Some exciting science coming your way soon!
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