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Southern Society for Clinical Investigation @ssciweb.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

We’re excited to spotlight Dr. Zheng and her commitment to building a strong community for emerging physician-scientists! 5/5 #SSCI #EarlyCareer #PhysicianScientist #AcademicMedicine #Mentorship

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Southern Society for Clinical Investigation @ssciweb.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

As a member of the Early Career Council, Dr. Zheng hopes to strengthen connections among junior investigators, expand opportunities for peer mentorship, and foster cross-institutional collaboration across the SSCI community. 4/5

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Southern Society for Clinical Investigation @ssciweb.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Beyond her research, Dr. Zheng is passionate about mentorship and developing the next generation of physician-scientists. She mentors medical students, residents, and fellows and has been actively involved in SSCI’s mentorship efforts. 3/5

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Southern Society for Clinical Investigation @ssciweb.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Dr. Zheng is a physician-scientist whose research focuses on infectious diseases and their impact on vulnerable populations, with a particular interest in women’s health. Her work spans tuberculosis, viral hemorrhagic fevers, HIV, and other global infectious diseases. 2/5

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Southern Society for Clinical Investigation @ssciweb.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

🧵 SSCI Early Career Council Spotlight: Meet Dr. Crystal Zheng, Assistant Professor of Medicine in Infectious Diseases at Tulane University and a member of the SSCI Early Career Council. 1/5

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Southern Society for Clinical Investigation @ssciweb.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

💡 His advice to early-career researchers: Work closely with your mentors. Don’t be discouraged by rejected funding applications. Learn from the feedback, keep improving, and keep trying. “Perseverance is the key to success. 4/4 #TinsleyHarrisonScholars #InfectiousDiseases #GlobalHealth

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Southern Society for Clinical Investigation @ssciweb.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

His work has led to peer-reviewed publications and presentations on tuberculosis and Chagas disease, as well as invited lectures on TB and leptospirosis at scientific symposia in Bolivia and Peru. 3/4

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Southern Society for Clinical Investigation @ssciweb.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Dr. Sciaudone’s goal is to design, develop, and validate diagnostic assays that make diseases such as tuberculosis, Chagas disease, and leptospirosis easier and more affordable to diagnose, particularly in resource-limited settings. 2/4

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Southern Society for Clinical Investigation @ssciweb.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

🧵 Tinsley Harrison Research Scholar Spotlight: Michael Sciaudone, MD Meet Dr. Michael Sciaudone, Assistant Professor of Medicine in @TulaneMed’s Section of Infectious Diseases. His research focuses on developing better diagnostics for tuberculosis and neglected tropical diseases. 1/4

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Southern Society for Clinical Investigation @ssciweb.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

📢 Calling developing physician-scientists! Applications for the SSCI Research Scholar Award are due September 1. This 1-year award provides $25,000 + 10% indirect costs to support innovative research in Internal Medicine and its subspecialties. Apply: www.ssciweb.org/ssci-researc...

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SSCI Research Scholar Award - The Southern Society for Clinical Investigation

The SSCI Research Scholar Award provides funding for physician-scientists with innovative research projects related to Internal Medicine and its subspecialties.

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Southern Society for Clinical Investigation @ssciweb.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

📣 Call for Abstracts! The 2027 Southern Regional Meeting will be held Feb. 18–20 in New Orleans. Students, trainees & junior faculty are especially encouraged to submit. Research/travel awards available! 📅 Abstract deadline: Oct. 2, 2026, 6 PM ET Submit: srm2027.abstractcentral.com

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Southern Society for Clinical Investigation @ssciweb.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

🌟 ECC Highlight 🩺 Dr. Jared Cook, Assistant Professor of Nephrology at UAB and APD for @UAB_NRTC Neph Fellowship 🍎Loves to engage with learners at all stages of medical education and take care of entire families in Polycystic Kidney Disease clinic! #SSCI

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Southern Society for Clinical Investigation @ssciweb.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

6/ One piece of advice has shaped his approach to science: "Science is very easy—you just ask one question, see the results, and then ask the next question." For Dr. Portales, this means staying curious, approaching experiments with discipline, and keeping an open mind.

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Southern Society for Clinical Investigation @ssciweb.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

3/ Using rare disorders such as Eiken syndrome and Fanconi syndrome as models, Dr. Portales has uncovered new biology with implications beyond these uncommon diseases.

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Southern Society for Clinical Investigation @ssciweb.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

2/ His research is driven by an important question: What can rare diseases teach us about normal physiology? He studies the molecular mechanisms that regulate Ca and Phos balance. Clinical observations from patients become the starting point for discoveries in his laboratory.

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Southern Society for Clinical Investigation @ssciweb.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

🌟2026 Tinsley Harrison Scholars Highlight 1/ Dr. Ignacio Portales Assistant Professor of Medicine Division of Nephrology Washington University in St. Louis As a clinician-scientist, Dr. Portales focuses on mineral bone disease in CKD.

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Southern Society for Clinical Investigation @ssciweb.bsky.social · 21/06/2026

Applications are open for the SSCI Research Scholar Award! Early-career physician-scientists can receive $25,000 + 10% indirect costs to support innovative Internal Medicine/subspecialty research. Deadline: Sept. 1. #ResearchFunding www.ssciweb.org/ssci-researc...

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The SSCI Research Scholar Award provides funding for physician-scientists with innovative research projects related to Internal Medicine and its subspecialties.

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Southern Society for Clinical Investigation @ssciweb.bsky.social · 28/02/2026

Day 3 of #SRM2026! — SATURDAY, FEB 28 ✨ Joint Plenary. Generative AI in Medicine: Transforming Care, Research & Education ✨ Cardiovascular–Adult II ✨ Afternoon packed with specialty tracks across disciplines

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Southern Society for Clinical Investigation @ssciweb.bsky.social · 27/02/2026

Honoring Dr. Kenneth Nugent, MD — a truly remarkable clinician, educator, researcher, and leader in academic medicine. Proud to celebrate him as the 2026 SSCI Founder’s Medal recipient. We’re deeply grateful for his many years of dedicated service to the Society and his community. #SRM2026

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Southern Society for Clinical Investigation @ssciweb.bsky.social · 27/02/2026

#SRM2026 Congratulations to the Tinsley Harrison Scholar Class of 2026👏🎉

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Southern Society for Clinical Investigation @ssciweb.bsky.social · 27/02/2026

We kick off Day 2 of #SRM2026 with an award ceremony and a presidential speech from Dr. Dana Rizk from UAB

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Southern Society for Clinical Investigation @ssciweb.bsky.social · 27/02/2026

#SRM2026 - Friday, Feb 27 📌Highlights: 🔸 Registration: 7am–7pm 🔸 SSCI Plenary Session SSCI Presidential Symposium 🔸 Clinical Case Sessions 🔸 SSCI 80th Anniversary Celebration

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Southern Society for Clinical Investigation @ssciweb.bsky.social · 26/02/2026

#SRM2026 - THURSDAY, FEB 26 📌Highlights: 🔸 Registration: 7am–7pm 🔸 Workshops: Academic career building, clinical research, & AI 🔸 LA CaTS Annual Meeting & NextGen Clinical Research Minds Symposium 🔸 Clinical Case Sessions 🔸 Poster Session 🔸 SSCI Networking Reception

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Southern Society for Clinical Investigation @ssciweb.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

1 day away! 🎉🎉We can’t wait to see everyone tomorrow at the 2026 Southern Regional Meeting! #SRM2026

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Southern Society for Clinical Investigation @ssciweb.bsky.social · 21/02/2026

📢 It is ALMOST time for the 2026 Southern Regional Meeting #SRM2026!! February 26-28, 2026! 🎊 Pre-registration ends TOMORROW, Feb 22nd. Register here: ww2.highmarksce.com/tulane/Plann...

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Southern Society for Clinical Investigation @ssciweb.bsky.social · 05/12/2025

Congratulations to 2025 Tinsley Harrison Scholar Ruth Adekunle, MD, MSCR! Dr. Adekunle is Assistant Professor at Division of Infectious Diseases, Medical University of South Carolina. Her research includes HIV and HCV care continuums and infections in immunocompromised hosts.

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Southern Society for Clinical Investigation @ssciweb.bsky.social · 07/11/2025

Congratulations to our Early Career Council Vice Chair, Dr. Clarissa Tio of the University of Mississippi Medical Center, for being named as a Nephrologist with Promising Work by the President of the American Society of Nephrology @asnkidney.bsky.social

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Southern Society for Clinical Investigation @ssciweb.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

Congratulations to Dr. Fabian Bock, recipient of the 2024 SSCI Research Scholar Award, on his new PNAS publication! Read the paper here: pnas.org/doi/10.1073/.... We are proud of your outstanding accomplishment!

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Southern Society for Clinical Investigation @ssciweb.bsky.social · 27/11/2025

Consider supporting SSCI this Thanksgiving! To mark the 80th anniversary of SSCI, we established the “80 for 80 Club” to mark this milestone 🎂 📷 $800 donation 📷 Members recognized at SRM 2026 📷Join here 📷https://ssciweb.org/donate.php👉

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Southern Society for Clinical Investigation @ssciweb.bsky.social · 20/10/2025

She is currently studying endocrine outcomes in emerging adults with cystic fibrosis during the transition period from pediatric to adult care.

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Southern Society for Clinical Investigation @ssciweb.bsky.social · 20/10/2025

🌟2025 Tinsley Harrison Scholars Highlight📷 Crystal Cobb, DO – Emory University School of Medicine, Division of Endocrinology, Metabolism & Lipids Dr. Cobb's research focuses on cystic fibrosis related endocrinopathies.

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Southern Society for Clinical Investigation @ssciweb.bsky.social · 14/10/2025

A Harvard-trained endocrinologist, her clinical interests include diabetes, obesity, and metabolic health. She is a Fellow of SSCI and FEEA, and recipient of the ADA Scholars Award and AACE Lewis Braverman Grant.

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Southern Society for Clinical Investigation @ssciweb.bsky.social · 14/10/2025

Early Career Council (ECC) Highlight 📷 Dr. Priyanka Majety is an Assistant Professor of Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) and serves as the Adult Outpatient Diabetes Director at VCU Health.

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Southern Society for Clinical Investigation @ssciweb.bsky.social · 12/10/2025

💡 Early Career Council: 3 seats open (3-year term). 📄 Send CV + letter of intent + Fellow rec ➜ jkemp5@tulane.edu ✨ Oct 31 🌟 Mentor of the Year Awards: Junior Faculty, Postgrad, and Student categories. 🔗 www.ssciweb.org/mentor-of-th...

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Mentor of the Year Awards - The Southern Society for Clinical Investigation

The Mentor of the Year Award recognizes outstanding mentors who are members of the SSCI who have demonstrated a longstanding commitment to mentoring students, trainees, and/or junior faculty.

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Southern Society for Clinical Investigation @ssciweb.bsky.social · 12/10/2025

📅 SSCI Deadlines Reminder ✨ Oct 15 🏅 Early Career Awards: For faculty ≤6 years from training, nominated by an SSCI Fellow. 💰 Includes a monetary award + 1-year SSCI membership. 🔗 www.ssciweb.org/early-career...

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Southern Society for Clinical Investigation @ssciweb.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

📣📣CALL FOR ABSTRACTS! 2026 Southern Regional Meeting 🚨2 DAYS AWAY- Submit your abstracts for the 2026 Southern Regional Meeting (SRM). Due October 3rd at 6 pm Eastern. srm2026.abstractcentral.com

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Southern Society for Clinical Investigation @ssciweb.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

🌟 Award Benefits: ✅ Up to $1,500 for travel, hotel & registration ✅ Career development & networking with SSCI leaders 📋 To Apply: 📧 Email Joan Kemp (jkemp5@tulane.edu) with: ✔️Updated CV ✔️Career goals statement (≤300 words) ✔️Abstract for SRM 2026 LEARN MORE: www.ssciweb.org/tinsley-harr...

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Southern Society for Clinical Investigation @ssciweb.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

🚨 Deadline Approaching: October 3 🚨 Apply now for the SSCI Tinsley Harrison Scholars Award — a prestigious opportunity for early-career MD & MD/PhD investigators in clinical or basic research! 🔬 Open to: Postdocs, Instructors, Assistant Professors www.ssciweb.org/tinsley-harr...

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Southern Society for Clinical Investigation @ssciweb.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

📣 Don’t miss these chances to be recognized, lead, and grow within the SSCI community. Questions? Reach out to Joan Kemp at jkemp5@tulane.edu

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Southern Society for Clinical Investigation @ssciweb.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

3️⃣ SSCI Mentor of the Year Awards 🗓 Deadline: Oct 31 Honoring mentors who’ve made a lasting impact in: 👩‍🏫 Junior Faculty 👨‍🎓 Postgraduates 👩‍🔬 Students 🔗 ssciweb.org/mentor-of-th...

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Southern Society for Clinical Investigation @ssciweb.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

2️⃣ SSCI Early Career Council Nominations 🗓 Deadline: Oct 15 Want to shape the future of SSCI? We're adding 3 new members to the Early Career Council! 📌 Must be ≤6 years from training 📧 Send CV, letter of intent, & SSCI Fellow recommendation to Joan Kemp (jkemp5@tulane.edu)

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Southern Society for Clinical Investigation @ssciweb.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

🧵 Upcoming SSCI Awards & Opportunities – Deadlines in October! 1️⃣ SSCI Early Career Awards 🗓 Deadline: Oct 15 Recognizing outstanding early career faculty in research, education, or clinical service. 🏆 Includes monetary award + 1-year SSCI membership 🔗 ssciweb.org/early-career...

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Southern Society for Clinical Investigation @ssciweb.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

academic centers and private practice. 🎤 Use your voice. Inspire the next generation. Belong to a society where there’s something for everyone. Join SSCI & encourage your trainees to submit abstracts to SRM 2026, New Orleans! 🌟 #MedEd #SSCI

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Southern Society for Clinical Investigation @ssciweb.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

William Arthur Ward: “The mediocre teacher tells. The good teacher explains. The superior teacher demonstrates. The great teacher inspires.” That’s the spirit of SSCI. 🙌 With its rare Clinician Educator Track, SSCI proves that a great teacher can come from anywhere —

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