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This week, nearly 60 invited scientists gathered for the FASEB Science Policy Symposium, themed "Ensuring a Sustainable Biomedical Workforce: Challenges and Opportunities." NIH's Michael Lauer, MD, highlighted trends in PhD training, noting, "We have more people getting PhDs, more postdocs, but the number of faculty positions has gone down.” Participants explored how FASEB can help shape policies for a supportive, sustainable research ecosystem. #PhDTraining #SciencePolicy

In our latest Biomedical Beat blog post, we’ve compiled interviews with NIGMS-supported researchers who have shared valuable advice for students interested in pursuing a career in science. Find the full Q&As with Drs. Eda Koculi of The University of Texas at El Paso, Abraham Badu-Tawiah, PhD of The Ohio State University, Morgan DeSantis of the University of Michigan, Xuecai Ge of the University of California, Merced, and Elias Picazo of USC Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences at the link in the comments. #ScienceCareers #BiomedicalResearch #STEMEducation

Unlocking Science: Communicating for Impact In a world of innovation, effective communication is key. Scientific outreach bridges the gap between the lab and the community, making complex concepts accessible and relevant to everyone. Some time ago I participated in the contest: “Explain your PhD thesis in 4 minutes” (https://lnkd.in/djgMUSXC, min 53:00), and now I'm excited to share a video that explains what a stroke is and highlights the focus of my PhD research. In the video, I explain what a stroke is, how it affects the brain, and the specific aspects my PhD research addresses. My goal is to contribute to better prevention and treatment strategies, reducing the impact of stroke on individuals and society. Thanks to these opportunities, such as Explain your PhD thesis in 4 minutes contest and the Germans Trias i Pujol Research Institute (IGTP) retreat (https://lnkd.in/d38Z3h8T), we can foster a more informed and engaged society. I invite you to watch the video and share your thoughts. Let's engage in a dialogue about the importance of scientific outreach and its impact on society. #ScienceCommunication #ResearchImpact #PhDInsights #PhDJourney

The number of female biomedical researchers and the share of grants they receive are increasing, but most of the funding goes to senior female scientists, limiting opportunities for their younger counterparts. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3Rzeh7m #HERSnetwork #HigherEducation #HigherEducationLeadership #CollegesAndUniversities

STEM PhDs who want to leverage their research expertise to affect policy can find inspiration in this feature on Amy Hafez, PhD's career path in health science policy. Thanks to Paris Brown, PhD student in biomedical engineering, for her work in sharing this interview. #sciencepolicy #withaphd #alumni

PhDs and Postdocs, the final date to submit your poster presentation is approaching quickly: only a few days left until 28th February! Don't miss out on the opportunity to showcase your groundbreaking research. This is your chance to make a significant impact in your field, get visibility for your research and connect with key players of Life Sciences & Health. Besides the opportunity to expand your professional network and attend the conference, there's an incredible incentive waiting for you - a €1000 award for the best poster, sponsored by Genmab! 🏆 Genmab believes in supporting the next generation of scientists, and this award is designed to recognize outstanding contributions to research. Whether you're exploring novel pathways, unraveling mysteries at the cellular level, or pushing the boundaries of scientific knowledge – we want to hear from you! Hurry and secure your spot now! Time is running out, and we can't wait to see the incredible work from the bright minds in our community. Submit your poster presentation here: https://lnkd.in/eShW_WHt #PosterPresentation #InnovationforHealth #LifeSciences #Health #PhD #Postdoc

In the latest #NIGMSFeedbackLoop blog post, NIGMS Director Dr. Jon Lorsch shares concerns that many Institutional Development Award (IDeA)-eligible institutions aren’t focusing enough on basic research. In fiscal year 2024, only 24% of the IDeA Centers of Biomedical Research Excellence (COBREs) had a basic science theme. The basic science-oriented COBREs that currently exist aren’t distributed evenly, with some states having as many as four and others having none. In addition, some IDeA states appear not to have a single structural biologist among their academic institutions, which doesn’t seem conducive to rapid translation of scientific knowledge into medical applications. It’s hard to imagine how the biotechnology sector of a state’s economy could grow efficiently without local expertise in structural biology or other essential areas of basic research given the role local academic research institutions play in spurring small business development. Read the full article through the link in the comments.

Basic science drives innovation!

#EarlyCareer researchers: Are you interested in making an impact on the #biosciences? Apply today to serve as a voting member of FASEB’s Board or Science Policy Committee. Early-career scientists make up a significant portion of the biological and biomedical sciences community. To better represent the unique insights and opinions of this critical group at the highest levels of Federation leadership and to foster dialogue between current and future generations of biological and biomedical researchers, three voting positions on FASEB's Board of Directors and Science Policy Committee (SPC) are reserved for early-career scientists. https://bit.ly/3CuOCnu #STEM #postdoc #FASEB

Glad to be in the list of top 100 scientists in biomedical research in the world - released October 3, 2024 - my ranking is 95th position In collaboration with Elsevier, Stanford University releases an annual ranking of the world’s most-cited scientists across various disciplines. In 2024, this list showcases the Top 100 Scientists in Biomedical– Stanford/Elsevier’s 2024 List, highlighting the global leaders whose research has profoundly impacted Biomedical. These rankings are determined based on multiple metrics that reflect each scientist’s contributions and influence. Each scientist on this list is recognized for prolific research output and lasting impact on the global  scientific community. These metrics provide a holistic view of their influence and ensure that well-established and up-and-coming scholars are credited for their contributions to the field.