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Marie Bechler @myelinonmymind.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Thrilled that this is out in press! Thanks to the whole lab team involved. One step towards uncovering HOW myelin forming cells control the growth of their sheaths in the CNS. Particularly, here, how oligodendrocytes can control myelin sheath elongation without molecular cues from neurons.

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Xiaoyun Ding @xyding.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Happy to share our newest preprint! Using proximity proteomics, we identify Palm2 as a shared organizer of specialized membrane domains, with distinct regulation and functions in neurons vs oligodendrocytes. I’ll present a poster at #cshlglia this week—looking forward to discussions and feedback!

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Xiaoyun Ding @xyding.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

And the amazing @jiaxingli.bsky.social is hiring a postdoc! Reach out if you love glia, development, or watching cells dance. He’s one of the coolest people to share your passion for science with. Super talented and meticulous, yet incredibly humble and easygoing. #neurojob #academicjob

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Xiaoyun Ding @xyding.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

Excited to share that I’ve been awarded the K99 from NEI to support my work on the mechanisms of axon-glia interactions. Grateful to my mentors, colleagues, friends, and family for their support. It takes a village! You’ve all shaped the scientist I am today. 🔬Pictured here: developing nodes.

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mattrasband.bsky.social @mattrasband.bsky.social · 20/02/2026

Fluorescence Friday - DNA-PAINT imaging of axon initial segment TRIM46 ('cyan') and bIV spectrin ('red') by the incomparable Allison Melton in my laboratory. Just spectacular!

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Yudong Gao @yudonggao.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

The existence of specialized phosphatases in regulating the AIS was unclear. In this initial report, we show that a PP2A subunit is enriched at the AIS and contributes to its local phosphoregulation. Fun collaboration with Dr. Matthew Rasband's lab, and thanks to all authors for their contribution!

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A distinct PP2A subunit regulates local protein phosphorylation at the axon initial segment - Nature Communications

The existence of phosphatases specialized in regulating the axon initial segment (AIS) was unclear. Here, the authors show that a PP2A-B55 subunit is selectively enriched at the AIS and contributes to...

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Mari Sosa @marisosa.bsky.social · 07/11/2025

The Sosa Lab is going to #SfN25 and actively recruiting ✨postdocs✨ with systems neuroscience experience! We study both fundamental memory processes and how memory changes during pregnancy and postpartum. If you are interested in meeting at SfN, please email me! www.sosaneurolab.com/join/postdoc...

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Sosa Lab - Postdoctoral Researchers

We are seeking postdocs to start in 2026!

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Leading Edge Fellows Program @leadingedgeprogram.bsky.social · 05/11/2025

The Leading Edge Fellows gathered this week to celebrate Zara Weinberg, a beloved member of our community. Our 7th cohort of Leading Edge Fellows (2026) will be named in her honor. The Zara Weinberg Leading Edge Cohort application is now open! Due Feb 2. www.leadingedgesymposium.org/apply/

Candid photo of Zara Weinberg. She has short red hair, bangs and glasses. She is laughing.

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Xiaoyun Ding @xyding.bsky.social · 22/10/2025

In the desert of tools to manipulate oligodendrocytes in the brain, we built an OASIS. 🌿 Pun intended. I’m still in awe every time I spot an amazing-looking cell. The beauty of OL and myelin never fails me! Hope this tool helps more people see it too.

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LiLab @jiaxingli.bsky.social · 05/08/2025

Please RT: My lab in the Neuroscience Dept at MUSC is hiring a technician. We study oligodendrocytes — unique non-neuronal brain cells — using cutting-edge imaging. Recent grads especially encouraged to apply. Feel free to reach out! #neurojobs musc.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/MUSC/job/Cha...

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UNIV - Research Specialist I - Department of Neurosciences

Job Description Summary The Li Lab at MUSC is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Research Specialist I to join our dynamic neuroscience research team. This position offers an excellent opp...

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Xiaoyun Ding @xyding.bsky.social · 27/05/2025

Honored to join this incredible community! Huge thanks to my amazing mentor @mattrasband.bsky.social and brilliant colleagues. Here’s to curiosity, perseverance, and solid science!

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