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Dr. Lana Ruvolo Grasser @scientificruvvy.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

📣 New Orleans trainees! A limited number of registration waivers are available to attend the 2026 ISDP Annual Meeting in New Orleans. Open to undergraduate, graduate & medical students and postbaccalaureate scholars ✨based in New Orleans✨ 📅 Apply by Sept. 11 Apply: forms.gle/DmcST1ReGpYo...

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Dr. Lana Ruvolo Grasser @scientificruvvy.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Calling all @isdp.org attendees! Check out this new opportunity for networking and supporting our community at the annual meeting. Use this form docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... to indicate your interest in being invited to visit posters at the annual meeting and being matched with attendees!

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Dr. Lana Ruvolo Grasser @scientificruvvy.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Got a request from a colleague who is submitting a co-authored manuscript . . . finally got a chance to use this gem! 😅 #ScienceMemes #Academia #ORCid #LOTR #LordoftheRings

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Dr. Lana Ruvolo Grasser @scientificruvvy.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

So grateful to have had the opportunity to #advocate with my colleagues from #WayneState for state #funding in support of public #education. Wayne State is a school of #opportunity, recognizing that "talent is universal. Opportunity should be too." Read more here: today.wayne.edu/news/2026/05...

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Wayne State University advocates for greater investment in Michigan’s future

President Richard A. Bierschbach traveled to Lansing recently alongside leaders, faculty, and students to advocate for greater investment.

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Dr. Lana Ruvolo Grasser @scientificruvvy.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

Things I did while running a Monte Carlo simulation: - Put out a lab newsletter and event recap YouTube video - Met with three mentees - Graded 9 grad students' neuroanatomy final projects - Organized and sent out lab updates - 3D printed a brain - Oversaw a CAB meeting and still simulating . . .

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Dr. Lana Ruvolo Grasser @scientificruvvy.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

Ok this now has to become a very close second, because I just got news that I received a University Research Grant from Wayne State! It is such a joy to be here, & I am immensely grateful for the institution's investment in our work @ruvvyresiliencelab.bsky.social. @waynestateclas.bsky.social

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Dr. Lana Ruvolo Grasser @scientificruvvy.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

Getting the best birthday present from #F1, Miami Race Weekend starting on my birthday tomorrow! We've waited long and hard and we are ready to be back. How fitting that my team member so generously gifted me Susie Wolff's book "Driven" for my birthday too! Feeling so grateful and excited 🤩✨

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Dr. Lana Ruvolo Grasser @scientificruvvy.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

Ok, I have to say having a #grant go from waiting on an NOA that never game to not discussed is pretty soul-crushing 😢 Grateful to have multiple irons in the fire and hoping for better outcomes for the next three on the horizon. I continue to learn to practice what I preach about #resilience! #NIH

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Ruvvy Resilience Lab @ruvvyresiliencelab.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

Our undergraduate volunteer, Naga Alyamani, made this beautiful poster to distill our message for anyone who wants to learn more about our lab's mission. We are so proud of Naga and grateful for her efforts in science communication. If you get our newsletter, she is the person putting it together!

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Dr. Lana Ruvolo Grasser @scientificruvvy.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

I love assigning creative projects for finals in my courses, to allow students to use their unique talents to show how much they've learned and to overcome barriers and limitations with traditional testing. [thread; 1/4]

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Dr. Lana Ruvolo Grasser @scientificruvvy.bsky.social · 18/04/2026

Fourth book of 2026 was a memoir of a patient/author's therapeutic journey. While a bit dry at times, I found it quite impactful for someone to share so transparently in such an eye-opening way. Book 4 of ? in 2026: I want to die but I want to eat tteokbokki by Baek Sehee (+ more Korea pictures)

Book cover of I want to die but I want to eat tteokbokki by Baek Sehee

The view walking down from the city wall of Seoul, South Korea

Sunset view from the city wall of Seoul, South Korea

Fishing boats docked in Busan, South Korea

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Dr. Lana Ruvolo Grasser @scientificruvvy.bsky.social · 18/04/2026

Four NIH grants currently under review; last night had nightmares about scores so that's where I am at right now 😅 How is everyone else doing this weekend?! 🫠

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christine liu / two photon art @christineliu.art · 16/04/2026

Two Photon Art store has reopened for graduation gifts!! For a limited time, we’re sending a ~*~ free mystery pin ~*~ with orders above $20!

A flat lay of pink and orange items with a sparkly pink Erlenmeyer flask enamel pin in the center

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Dr. Lana Ruvolo Grasser @scientificruvvy.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

One of my mentors and I both have #NIH grants under review today, so everyone please cross your fingers and toes and put good vibes out into the world for quality feedback and scores that reflect the efforts and scientific work we've committed to these projects we are passionate about!

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Ruvvy Resilience Lab @ruvvyresiliencelab.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

We're presenting at the @adaaanxiety.bsky.social meeting in Chicago, IL from April 9th–11th! Our team will be contributing to a range of important conversations on anxiety, trauma, and innovative therapeutic approaches through workshops, symposium presentations, and poster sessions. #ADAA #ADAA2026

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Dr. Lana Ruvolo Grasser @scientificruvvy.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

When you're a #neuroscientist but you're also a #yoga girlie so you set your seeds for analyses using your angel numbers (444 babes!!) ✨✨✨✨

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Dr. Lana Ruvolo Grasser @scientificruvvy.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

I feel like the luckiest person ever to see all my dreams coming true--leading science I am passionate about, working with the most incredible team, and being able to cultivate a positive work environment for best success of not just the lab but each team member, both professionally & personally. 🥹

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Dr. Lana Ruvolo Grasser @scientificruvvy.bsky.social · 28/03/2026

#F1 as a metaphor for direct and indirect costs: - #DirectCosts support the driver, aka the PI. This person 'steers' the #science and leads the implementation of the proposed project. - #IndirectCosts support the car, pit crew, etc, aka maintain #equipment, #facilities, & support #administrators.

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Dr. Lana Ruvolo Grasser @scientificruvvy.bsky.social · 27/03/2026

I am so proud of these women in science! Ujala Janjua, our lab manager, is an exceptional leader & mentor within the lab who has been a great supporter in Khrystyna's honors thesis project and this poster presentation. They are both stars! #WomeninSTEM @waynestateclas.bsky.social #WarriorScholars

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Wayne State Translational Neuroscience Program (TNP) @waynestatetnp.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

TNP students and faculty volunteered at the annual Brain Day event at the Michigan Science Center this past weekend! 🧠✨ Hands-on neuroscience activities and a human brain demo for the public — always a great time! 🙌 #BrainDay #Neuroscience #MichiganScienceCenter #CommunityOutreach #ScienceEducation

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Dr. Lana Ruvolo Grasser @scientificruvvy.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

Third book of 2026 was a profound short story collection found in Seoul bookstore Kyobo while visiting Korea for my dear friend's birthday. Reading these stories helped me gain a small bit of insight into a rich culture that is so new to me. Book 3 of ? in 2026: Shoko's Smmile by Choi Eunyoung

A short story collection called "Shoko's Smile"

View of skyscrapers and a forest along the beach in Busan

A group of five friends standing on the beach at sunset

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Dr. Lana Ruvolo Grasser @scientificruvvy.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

Friendly reminder that the deadline to submit for this symposium is TOMORROW! We especially welcome early career professionals & students. Please do submit your work, whether you are in the preclinical or clinical developmental psychobiology research space! @drkoraly.bsky.social @joscelinrocha.com

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Anna Parenteau @aparenteau.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

Call for submissions! This call invites submissions on innovative community-engaged research in developmental psychobiology for the 2026 ISDP Annual Meeting in New Orleans (11/11–13). More details in the attached flyer, please submit your research abstract and CV by March 17! Reach out with Qs 😊

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Dr. Lana Ruvolo Grasser @scientificruvvy.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

I was so nervous for this but appreciated the support from my new friend Domenic from the Michigan Science Center! Always love working with the folks at #MiSci and enthusiastic to bring #BrainDay back to the Science Center again this year for #BrainAwarenessWeek! @waynestateclas.bsky.social

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Dr. Lana Ruvolo Grasser @scientificruvvy.bsky.social · 03/03/2026

Dr. Bestie is an inspiration! Big hearty endorsement of this talk on time- and self-management. My team and I have learned so much from @neurozabik.bsky.social!

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Dr. Lana Ruvolo Grasser @scientificruvvy.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

Loving having our lab members create #newsletters that reflect what they're learning & experiencing in their personal lives, & how those experiences link into our lab's mission towards understanding the #neuroscience of #resilience. You can read this week's newsletter below; #subscribe while there!

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Dr. Lana Ruvolo Grasser @scientificruvvy.bsky.social · 20/02/2026

The vibe of the DJs really got me through Thursday and Friday morning this week!! Thankful I have the coolest bestie who is not only a phenomenal neuroscientist but also has the best taste in house music and helps me be hip and cool.

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Dr. Lana Ruvolo Grasser @scientificruvvy.bsky.social · 19/02/2026

Really proud of our team working to make #SciComm fun, accessible, and personal--this is what makes our day to day work in #research come to life. Here, Naga connects the lessons of #Ramadan with our focus on the #neuroscience of #resilience. Sign up for our weekly #newsletter at r2lab.online !

r2lab.online

The Brain Blooms Newsletter | Ruvvy Resilience Lab

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Dr. Lana Ruvolo Grasser @scientificruvvy.bsky.social · 16/02/2026

Loved meeting Dr. Piomelli during his visit to @waynestateresearch.bsky.social! It was truly a crash course for me as someone trying to get into #cannabinoids research. Highly recommend checking out this video!

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Ruvvy Resilience Lab @ruvvyresiliencelab.bsky.social · 13/02/2026

It's #ValentinesDay this weekend! In this week's #newsletter, we talk about the #neuroscience of #love and give a supportive reminder to show love not just for others, but also for ourselves. Read cool #science and find local #resources here: brain-blooms-newsletter.beehiiv.com/p/sending-love

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Dr. Lana Ruvolo Grasser @scientificruvvy.bsky.social · 13/02/2026

Hey friends! Headed to @adaaanxiety.bsky.social this April? I am speaking in a symposium on wearables in psychiatry & a workshop on science communication! Our @ruvvyresiliencelab.bsky.social post-bacc scholar will also present his thesis in a symposium on global mental health. Check us out!

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Dr. Lana Ruvolo Grasser @scientificruvvy.bsky.social · 11/02/2026

Hey #Neuroscientists and #Educators, Does anyone know of a good 3D brain model for kids with structures labeled that can be taken apart? Looking for accuracy and to support smaller businesses / #neuroartists rather than a big box store. @laurabundesen.bsky.social @christineliu.art #art #brainmodel

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Dr. Lana Ruvolo Grasser @scientificruvvy.bsky.social · 11/02/2026

Six grants submitted in just under a month, including 2 R21s and my K01. Please cross all your fingers & toes for me that something will hit! The reality of being a PI (and a neuroscientist in general) is facing a LOT of rejection. The resilience is in the ability to learn from it all & keep going!

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Dr. Lana Ruvolo Grasser @scientificruvvy.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

The days are long and the work is tough, and seeing our team succeed, celebrate each other's successes, and push towards our goals makes it all worth it. Congratulations Ujala and Khrystyna! Keep your eyes peeled for their medical school and graduate school applications in future cycles 👀🧠✨

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Dr. Lana Ruvolo Grasser @scientificruvvy.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

New video from @ruvvyresiliencelab.bsky.social celebrating Black History Month! We talk about the importance of citing scholars with diverse backgrounds and perspectives; in the caption we share citation resources and highlight Black scholars in psychology and neuroscience! youtu.be/sG0OC7tyW7w?...

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Black History and Neuroscience

YouTube video by The Ruvvy Resilience Lab

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Dr. Lana Ruvolo Grasser @scientificruvvy.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

Me and all my brain girlies submitting Ks @neurozabik.bsky.social @brainstorm12.bsky.social 🩷🧠✨ Let's go girls! We can and we will!

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Dr. Lana Ruvolo Grasser @scientificruvvy.bsky.social · 24/01/2026

Keeping warm this cold day with back to back vinyasa and yin classes followed by a tumeric latte and mushroom leek quiche at Lucky Detroit 🤍✨

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Dr. Lana Ruvolo Grasser @scientificruvvy.bsky.social · 24/01/2026

Being a neuroscientist is fun—I get to put things like “pick up brains” in my calendar! So grateful to all the generous people and their families who have donated their bodies to science to help our budding neuroscientists learn 🤍

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Dr. Lana Ruvolo Grasser @scientificruvvy.bsky.social · 22/01/2026

Friendly reminder that our @isdp.org self-reflection meeting is TOMORROW from 1PM-2PM ET. We welcome & encourage all #ISDP members to attend as we reflect on our work throughout the past year with transparency & identify areas of growth for the new year. Please join and share with your colleagues!

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Dr. Lana Ruvolo Grasser @scientificruvvy.bsky.social · 21/01/2026

The @isdp.org Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee invites all ISDP members to join us for our annual self-reflection meeting this Friday, January 23rd from 1PM-2PM ET. Please join us and share w your colleagues! @joscelinrocha.com @drkoraly.bsky.social @efcardenas.bsky.social #ISDP #DEI

To reflect on the efforts of the 2025 ISDP DEI committee and plan for 2026 towards furthering DEI in our society, the ISDP DEI committee invites you to join us for our 2025 self-reflection meeting. We invite feedback and dialogue to move into the future and welcome new applications to the committee. This meeting is open to all ISDP members. The meeting is scheduled for Friday, January 23rd at 1PM-2PM ET. If you cannot scan the QR code or use the link on the PNG image, please email lgrasser@med.wayne.edu for the direct link.

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Dr. Lana Ruvolo Grasser @scientificruvvy.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

Wondering what scientists do at conferences and why they’re so important? This is the second video on the @ruvvyresiliencelab.bsky.social YouTube channel taking you with us to scientific conferences! In an era of mistrust and misinformation, we at the R2 Lab are committed to transparent comms.

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Wayne State Translational Neuroscience Program (TNP) @waynestatetnp.bsky.social · 19/01/2026

🎉 TNP Leadership Spotlight! 🎉 Congrats to Jenna Laymon and Manessa Riser, our new School of Medicine Graduate Student Senate representatives! We’re excited to see them represent and advocate for TNP students. 👏

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