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The Lundquist Institute for Biomedical Innovation at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center is a leading nonprofit research organization in Los Angeles County’s bioscience ecosystem, dedicated to advancing medical research and enhancing patient care since 1952.

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The Lundquist Institute @thelundquist.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Join us in-person or online on Thursday, October 8 as Investigator Priya Uppuluri, PhD, takes us behind the scenes of how a promising molecule becomes a medicine—exploring the science, challenges, and breakthroughs of laboratory discovery to patient care. Details: bit.ly/47s6Whm
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The Lundquist Institute @thelundquist.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Learn more about our Innovation Hub leaders and their vision: Advanced Therapeutics & Biomedical Technologies: bit.ly/4xHbM5l Infectious Diseases & Immunology: bit.ly/3TgoiKU Systems Medicine & Precision Prevention: bit.ly/3UYMAcV Translational Science & Population Health: bit.ly/4AESsIG
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The Lundquist Institute @thelundquist.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Promising Phase 3 trial results could pave the way for shorter hepatitis C treatment. TLI Investigator Timothy Hatlen, MD, contributed to the study evaluating the investigational regimen. Read more: bit.ly/4cP40yL
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The Lundquist Institute @thelundquist.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Join us in-person or online Thursday, September 17 as our President and CEO @joewramos.bsky.social reflects on thirty years in cancer research, the path that brought him here, and where he plans to take the Institute next. Details: bit.ly/4zVMbYD #LAEvents #ThingsToDo #Innovation #Research
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The Lundquist Institute @thelundquist.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Living with a rare tumor condition with few promising treatment options, Max spent years searching for answers. This search led him to The Lundquist Institute Investigator Santosh Kesari, MD, PhD and to a partnership built on trust. Read Max’s remarkable story below. ✨ #RareDiseases #DonorImpact
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No Stone Unturned: Max Z's Relentless Pursuit of what Standard Care Couldn't Offer
Most people wouldn't describe a 4 a.m. alarm and a cross-country flight as a normal Wednesday. Max Z. does, and he says it with something close to gratitude.  Every month, Max rises before dawn at his home in Texas, drives to the Dallas airport, and boa...
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The Lundquist Institute @thelundquist.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
Meet Julia Lu, MD, MS, the inaugural fellow in our Exercise Medicine Fellowship Program —one of the nation's first. Dr. Lu is part of a new generation of physician-scientists redefining the role of exercise in healthcare: bit.ly/4pNNZhD. #ExerciseMedicine #HealthcareInnovation #PreventiveMedicine
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The Lundquist Institute @thelundquist.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
"Exercise Medicine is no longer a concept of the future. It is becoming an evidence-based discipline that will change how we prevent and treat disease," says Investigator @harrybrossiter.bsky.social. Learn how our researchers are helping define this emerging medical discipline: bit.ly/4ywRWLL.
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Harry Rossiter @harrybrossiter.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
Exercise Medicine: Training the Physicians Who Will Prescribe It. 🩺🏃🚴‍♂️🏋️‍♀️ Part 2 of our three-part series exploring how The Lundquist Institute is helping shape the emerging field of Exercise Medicine. lundquist.org/news/exercis...
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The Lundquist Institute @thelundquist.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
Read the full article and learn more about The Lundquist Institute Investigator Dr. Karpouzas’ latest research efforts: bit.ly/44ySXoN. #RheumatoidArthritis #HeartHealth #CardiovascularHealth #MedicalResearch #BiomedicalResearch #HealthcareInnovation #ResearchMatters
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The Lundquist Institute @thelundquist.bsky.social · 08/07/2026
At The Lundquist Institute, we're helping shape the future of #exercise medicine, an emerging field of diagnostics and #therapeutics recognizing physical activity and exercise prescription as a powerful therapeutic intervention supported by decades of scientific evidence: bit.ly/4wBAXWQ 🩺
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The Lundquist Institute @thelundquist.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
A recent NHLBI Workshop Report, with TLI Investigator @jendzjowsky.bsky.social as co-organizer and lead author, highlights how the lungs sense and respond to their environment, and why these neural pathways may hold the key to advancing lung sensory research: bit.ly/4gP7zYk #RespiratoryHealth
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The Lundquist Institute @thelundquist.bsky.social · 26/06/2026
The journey begins for our 2026 Summer Training in Advanced Research (STAR) High School Program students! ⭐ Last week, we officially welcomed this year's cohort of aspiring scientists and future healthcare leaders to TLI for the start of an exciting eight-week research journey. #STEM #Education
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The Lundquist Institute @thelundquist.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
A major step forward for scientific innovation and training! On May 26, The TLI community celebrated the launch of SPRINT CIRM SRL Core at TLI—a transformative resource that will expand access to advanced @stemcell technologies and strengthen research collaborations. Read more: bit.ly/4e1gBOX
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The Lundquist Institute @thelundquist.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
Rheumatoid arthritis is linked to a higher risk of heart disease, but traditional assessments may not tell the full story. A new study by TLI Investigator George A. Karpouzas, MD found that inflammation around the heart’s major arteries may help identify hidden cardiovascular risk: bit.ly/3PZcET0.
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New Study Identifies Promising Marker for Cardiovascular Risk in Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients
Heart disease is the leading cause of death worldwide, and for people living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), the risk is significantly higher. While RA is commonly recognized for causing painful joint inflammation, the disease also triggers chronic infl...
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The Lundquist Institute @thelundquist.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
Translating discovery into real-world impact. This is the work happening at TLI. To our donors, partners, and supporters: thank you for helping turn scientific discovery into meaningful change and lasting impact. Explore the full report and see the difference you’ve made: bit.ly/499m8Sa.
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The Lundquist Institute @thelundquist.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
In honor of Clinical Trials Day on May 20, we’re proud to spotlight three incredible TLI team members. Get to know the faces behind the research and the meaningful impact they help create everyday. #ClinicalTrialsDay #CTD2026 #LundquistVoices #PeopleOfLundquist
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The Lundquist Institute @thelundquist.bsky.social · 13/05/2026
New research from TLI Investigator Michelle Matter, PhD's lab highlights a key disrupted pathway linked to pregnancy-related heart failure, helping scientists better understand peripartum cardiomyopathy and where future treatments may emerge. #MaternalHealth #HeartFailure #WomensHealth
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Researchers identify key stress response pathway disruption in pregnancy-related heart failure
Michelle Matter, PhD, investigator at The Lundquist Institute for Biomedical Innovation, and her lab have identified disruptions in cell stress-response and protein quality-control pathways in peripar...
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The Lundquist Institute @thelundquist.bsky.social · 07/05/2026
Congratulations to TLI Investigator Ashraf S. Ibrahim, PhD! Dr. Ibrahim has been elected by @idsainfo.bsky.social (IDSA) as a Fellow. This prestigious #fellowship reflects his professional excellence and dedication to advancing the field of #infectiousdiseases. Read more: bit.ly/42RzzlR
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The Lundquist Institute @thelundquist.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
In our latest story, we highlight TLI Investigator Lynda Polgreen, MD and her team's research on MPS, a rare genetic lysosomal storage disorder, and the role inflammation plays in disease progression—an area that could unlock new approaches to patient care. Read more: bit.ly/48BUA7E #HealthImpact
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The Lundquist Institute @thelundquist.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
We're proud to share that TLI has been recognized in the 2026 Cure Innovation Index as one of the nation’s leading biomedical research institutions transforming scientific discovery into real-world health impact: bit.ly/4eXuUGe 🔬 #Innovation #HealthcareInnovation #LifeSciences #MedicalResearch
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The Lundquist Institute @thelundquist.bsky.social · 13/04/2026
At TLI, your generosity doesn’t just support science—it accelerates what’s possible. 🔬 Now is the moment to make your impact go even further. Through 06/30/2026, every dollar you give will be matched 1:1 by our Board in support of the Institute’s Greatest Needs. Donate today: Lundquist.org/donate
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The Lundquist Institute @thelundquist.bsky.social · 10/04/2026
Join us on Thursday, May 14 as TLI Investigator Rajesh K. Garg, MD explores emerging research on propionic acid, a common food preservative found in everyday breads and snacks, and what it could mean for long‑term health. Details: bit.ly/4tE9mTj #LAEvents #ThingsToDo #MetabolicHealth #Nutrition
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The Lundquist Institute @thelundquist.bsky.social · 07/04/2026
The @swidergall-lab.bsky.social team has recently uncovered a previously unrecognized immune signaling pathway that strengthens the oral mucosal barrier against fungal #infection. Read more about the impact of this study, which has been published in @natcomms.nature.com: bit.ly/4cqPg9g
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The Lundquist Institute Researchers Discover New Immune Pathway That Strengthens Oral Mucosal Defenses Against Fungal Infection
A research team led by Marc Swidergall, PhD, investigator at The Lundquist Institute for Biomedical Innovation with an academic appointment as Assistant Professor-in-Residence at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, has uncovered a previously un...
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The Lundquist Institute @thelundquist.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
At TLI, we're empowering the next generation to lead, discover, and transform science.🔬On March 20th, we welcomed TLI trainees, investigators, and collaborators for the 4th Annual Trainee Symposium. Read more: bit.ly/4v9iYa2 #ScientificDiscovery #Innovation #STEM #FutureOfScience #MedicalResearch
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The Lundquist Institute @thelundquist.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
Inspired early on by her father’s diagnostic lab in India, TLI Investigator Priya Uppuluri, PhD has built a career defined by the real-world impact her work can have on patients and communities. Read more: bit.ly/4bJExXo #DrivenByDiscovery #MeetTheMinds #Innovation #ScienceStory #TLI #TeamStories
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The Lundquist Institute @thelundquist.bsky.social · 27/03/2026
A @everydayhealth.bsky.social article, featuring TLI Investigator @peterliumd.bsky.social, highlights emerging research showing that getting just over 7 hours of sleep per night may be associated with improved #insulin sensitivity and a lower risk of type 2 #diabetes. Read more: bit.ly/3O5x8sd
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Diabetes Risk May Decrease With 7 to 8 Hours of Good Sleep Per Night
New research suggests that just over 7 hours of nightly sleep is ideal for preventing insulin resistance, a precursor to type 2 diabetes.
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The Lundquist Institute @thelundquist.bsky.social · 26/03/2026
The future of biomedical #innovation is taking shape right here at TLI. In his recent State of the Institute address, President & CEO @joewramos.bsky.social unveiled a bold new framework to accelerate discovery and move #science from the lab to real-world impact. Read more: bit.ly/4spNfjn
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The Lundquist Institute @thelundquist.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
Join us in-person or online on Thursday, March 12, 2026 for an insightful discussion by TLI Investigator by Joel D. Kopple, MD on protein-energy wasting in chronic kidney disease. For details and to register, visit: bit.ly/4bROC4h. #LAEvents #ThingsToDo #HealthEvents #KidneyCare #KidneyDisease
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The Lundquist Institute @thelundquist.bsky.social · 09/03/2026
Apply now to TLI's High School Summer Training in Advanced Research (High School STAR) Program! 🔬🧬🧪 The program is open to junior and senior high school students. For complete program requirements, visit the link below. #education #STEM #bioscience #educationresearch #scienceprogram #summerprogram
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High School Summer Training in Advanced Research Program
TLI welcomes rising high school juniors and seniors to work with our researchers in a real-world lab setting.
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The Lundquist Institute @thelundquist.bsky.social · 08/03/2026
Women are not just part of the future of medicine—they’re leading it. This #InternationalWomensDay, we celebrate the women at TLI who are transforming the future of healthcare and medical research. 🩺🔬🩻 #WomenInScience #WomenInMedicine #WomenInSTEM #HealthcareInnovation #WomenInResearch
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The Lundquist Institute @thelundquist.bsky.social · 03/03/2026
Join us for #NationalKidneyMonth on Thursday, March 12, 2026 for an eye-opening and insightful discussion by TLI Investigator @@kamkalantar.bsky.social on how #AI is changing the future of treatment and research for kidney disease.🔬 #LAEvents #KidneyCare #KidneyDisease #KidneyMonth
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The Lundquist Institute @thelundquist.bsky.social · 02/03/2026
Researchers have identified a promising immunotherapy strategy for Pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC)—activating a key immune molecule called GITR. "Our goal is to help unlock that same potential for patients with #PancreaticCancer,” said TLI's Dr. Delphine Lee. Read more: bit.ly/4l1WvqU
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Researchers identify promising immunotherapy strategy to enhance immune response in pancreatic cancer
Delphine J. Lee, MD, investigator at The Lundquist Institute for Biomedical Innovation, and a team of researchers identified a new immunotherapy strategy that may help overcome one of the greatest cha...
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The Lundquist Institute @thelundquist.bsky.social · 19/02/2026
Meet TLI investigator George A. Karpouzas, MD, whose #research reveals a new method of identifying effective #treatment options rheumatoid #arthritis patients by evaluated the performance of a blood-based Molecular Signature Response Classifier test in hispanic patients. 🔬 Read more: bit.ly/4rYnG8u
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The Lundquist Institute @thelundquist.bsky.social · 13/02/2026
TLI Investigator Matthew Budoff, MD is interviewed by @nytimes.com on the growing scientific interest around garlic supplements and their potential role in supporting heart health. 🧄❤️ #HeartHealth #HeartMonth Learn more about the study: sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0022316623005254
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The Lundquist Institute @thelundquist.bsky.social · 04/02/2026
We're proud to announce that TLI Investigator Denise Al Alam, PhD has been named a Fellow of the American Thoracic Society, a prestigious honor that recognizes sustained excellence, leadership, and meaningful contributions to pulmonary, critical care, and sleep medicine.
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The Lundquist Institute @thelundquist.bsky.social · 30/01/2026
Congratulations to TLI Postdoc Researcher Lewis Simon, PhD! Dr. Simon’s research will examine population health approaches to chronic kidney disease (CKD) across Los Angeles County's health system. His work aims to improve understanding of CKD to advance equitable, high-impact kidney care. 🩺
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The Lundquist Institute @thelundquist.bsky.social · 27/01/2026
New research has identified #albumin — the most abundant protein in human blood — as a powerful natural defense against #mucormycosis, a rare but often deadly fungal infection. 🧫 Read more below to learn how this discovery opens promising pathways for targeted immunotherapies: bit.ly/4r9Ckcl
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Study Identifies Blood Protein Albumin as Key Defense Against Deadly Fungal Infection “Mucormycosis”
A new international study published in Nature has identified albumin, the most abundant protein in human blood, as a powerful and previously unrecognized defense against mucormycosis, a rare but often...
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The Lundquist Institute @thelundquist.bsky.social · 26/01/2026
The future of heart care is here.🫀 Join TLI Investigator Dr. Lakshmanan as she explores how cardiac CT imaging is transforming the diagnosis and treatment of heart disease—delivering faster answers, safer procedures, and more personalized patient care: bit.ly/3LOAGOy #LAEvents #AmericanHeartMonth
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The Lundquist Institute @thelundquist.bsky.social · 17/01/2026
TLI, in partnership with @kaiser-permanente.bsky.social and Harbor-UCLA Medical Center, receives funding to strengthen and expand hospital-based violence prevention workforce, which will support frontline professionals with enhanced training and deeper community partnerships: bit.ly/3LtRNVH
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The Lundquist Institute for Biomedical Innovation Receives Funding to Strengthen Hospital-Based Violence Prevention Workforce
The Lundquist Institute was recently awarded funding as part of the Kaiser Permanente Center for Gun Violence Research and Education's grant to support innovative healthcare-based solutions to prevent, treat, and heal firearm-related harm.
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The Lundquist Institute @thelundquist.bsky.social · 14/01/2026
Applications are now open for 2026 The Lundquist Institute High School Summer Fellows Program! 🔬🧬🧪 The program is open to junior and senior high school students. More info: lundquist.org/high-school-summer-fellows/ #education #STEM #bioscience #educationresearch #scienceprogram #summerprogram
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The Lundquist Institute @thelundquist.bsky.social · 13/01/2026
Join us on January 21 at 1pm PT as TLI Investigator Lynda Polgreen, MD, MS, recipient of the Richard E. Weitzman Investigator Award, traces the 25-year journey from the discovery of Aldurazyme, the first enzyme replacement therapy for MPS, to today’s expanding therapeutic landscape: bit.ly/4aXtmub
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The Lundquist Institute @thelundquist.bsky.social · 12/01/2026
TLI investigator Michelle Matter, PhD, and her team identify a new molecular mechanism that helps the heart adapt to #pregnancy. Published in Nature Communications, the study highlights the role of the PTRH2 gene and potential paths to targeted therapies. Read more: bit.ly/3L7VpfZ #WomensHealth
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The Lundquist Institute @thelundquist.bsky.social · 08/01/2026
The @amdiabetesassn.bsky.social has recognized TLI Investigator Rajesh K. Garg, MD, for his contributions to the 2026 ADA Standards of Care in Diabetes—a global benchmark for evidence-based diabetes care. Learn how Dr. Garg's work is shaping clinical practice for millions worldwide: bit.ly/4q83e4j
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The Lundquist Institute @thelundquist.bsky.social · 07/01/2026
TLI is proud to welcome Michelle L. Matter, PhD, whose expertise in #cardiomyopathies, sepsis, and cellular signaling will strengthen our research in #cardiovascular medicine. Join us in celebrating her arrival and the exciting scientific impact ahead!🔬Learn about Dr. Matter's work: bit.ly/4jp8b6c
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The Lundquist Institute @thelundquist.bsky.social · 06/01/2026
The Lundquist Institute thrilled to welcome Santosh Kesari, MD, PhD to our team as a TLI Investigator in #CancerBiology and #Immunotherapeutics. Please join us in extending a warm welcome and celebrating the impactful work ahead! 🚀 Learn more about Dr. Kesari's work: bit.ly/4qE3rfk.
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The Lundquist Institute @thelundquist.bsky.social · 19/12/2025
New research from Rajesh K. Garg, MD, endocrinologist and researcher at TLI, and his colleagues explore how propionic acid, an additive found in many processed foods, may affect blood sugar regulation and insulin response: bit.ly/4qmxEja #Endocrinology #Insulin #BloodSugar #Metabolism #Diabetes
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The Lundquist Institute @thelundquist.bsky.social · 18/12/2025
Our scientists work to uncover the mechanisms of disease, test new therapies, and deliver better health outcomes. Your support powers these discoveries. Gifts through year end are matched 1:1 in support of TLI's Greatest Needs, thanks to Melanie and Richard Lundquist: lundquist.org/donate/.
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The Lundquist Institute @thelundquist.bsky.social · 17/12/2025
Being immersed in infectious disease research and working alongside TLI investigators and lab teams, Bryce Tom’s journey as a TLI High School Summer Fellow reflects the power of mentorship, collaboration, and real-world experience: bit.ly/3XWhbG9. 🔬🧪 #Education #Research #SummerProgram #STEM
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The Lundquist Institute @thelundquist.bsky.social · 16/12/2025
Join us on Thursday, 01/08 at 12pm PT for an eye-opening Science and Your Health discussion by TLI Investigator Michael Yeaman, PhD, MSc on how infection and immunity have shaped human history. More info and to register: bit.ly/sayhjanuary2026.
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The Lundquist Institute @thelundquist.bsky.social · 12/12/2025
We welcomed the City of Torrance Mayor George Chen to our campus this week for a discussion with leadership and a tour of our onsite incubator, BioLabs at The Lundquist Institute. 🧪 We look forward to working together to strengthen #LosAngelesBiotech and economic development in our community.
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