Marie McNeely

This podcast is sponsored by the Mike A. Myers Stroke Center at @txwomans.bsky.social.

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Drs. Teresa Jacobson Kimberley & Steve Wolf shared promising results from their research using vagus nerve stimulation to enhance upper extremity recovery & long-term outcomes after #stroke. I enjoyed hosting this conversation w/ Dr. @jmehta.bsky.social!

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2026 is our 3rd year partnering w/ the amazing team at @innovativeresearch.bsky.social as podcast sponsors! We appreciate their support & belief in our mission to humanize science by sharing the voices, stories & journeys of researchers. Visit innov-research.com to learn about them & their products.

It was a joy to speak w/ Dr. Don Smith from @mcgill.ca! From a pivotal summer job at a fertilizer plant to a cold, wet spring day in a cornfield that sparked a remarkable discovery, Don is a great storyteller! And, as fate would have it, the release date just happened to fall on his birthday today!

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Drs. Ahmet Arac, Steve Cramer, and Margit Alt Murphy will discuss metrics for objectively assessing and interrogating the mechanisms of the recovery of motor function after stroke. 🧠🔄 🧠📈

There are < 3 weeks (until March 2nd) to take advantage of #ASNR2026 Early Bird registration!

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Brain network responsible for Parkinson’s disease identified A brain network first identified by Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine researchers, called SCAN, is shown in a new study to be the neurological basis for Parkinson’s disease. Patients receiving treatments targeted to this brain region, rather than to surrounding areas, experienced greater improvements in symptoms.

Brain network responsible for Parkinson’s disease identified

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Don’t be afraid to try things. Working on a research project in college changed the trajectory of Dr. Dave Jackson's career, & he shared more about his career path, his research on plant growth & development, challenges he has overcome, advice, & more.
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This podcast is sponsored by the Mike A. Myers Stroke Center at Texas Woman's University Dallas.

#neurorehabilitation #rehabilitation #stroke #aphasia #speechtherapy #scicomm #podcast #neuroscience @bostonu.bsky.social @jmehta.bsky.social @swathikiran.bsky.social @txwomans.bsky.social

The text reads, "Episode 2: Finding your voice again through speech therapy with Dr. Swath Kiran and Patrick Prock". The cover art for Neurorehab Resources and Insights is displayed to the right.

It's hard for me to imagine suddenly having no words. The impacts of losing the ability to communicate are profound.

This episode focuses on language recovery after #stroke & speech therapy treatments & innovations to help reconnect people w/ their friends, family, & community.
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Health isn't just about the coordinated efforts of our immune systems. The foundations of health & well-being are multi-faceted, & mitochondria likely play a much bigger role than I realized. This Substack from @martinpicardenergy.bsky.social & @msahsorin.bsky.social has been eye-opening! #scicomm 🧪

Non-Invasive Brain Stimulation in Neurorehabilitation — From Mechanisms to Meaningful Recovery taking place at 2pm CET on Thursday, 29 January 2026. This is a free event. Duration: 1 hour 45 minutes Chairs Dr. Maria Alejandra Spir Brunal Dr. Arun Shivaraman Speakers and Talks Dr Guhan Ramamurthy (India) When Strength Returns but Life Doesn’t: rTMS and the Non-Motor Stroke Story Dr Ziping Huang (USA) Low-Intensity Focused Ultrasound Stimulation Modulates Motor Cortex Excitability and Promotes Motor Learning in Stroke Patients: Implications for Stroke Motor Recovery Dr Francesco Tubolino (Italy) From Evidence-Based Theoretical Knowledge to Clinical Trials in tDCS Dr Wonkee Chang (Korea) Title to be confirmed Dr. Ananya Sharma (India) (On behalf of the Youth Forum of IFNR) Neuromodulation for Chronic Pain in Neurological Disorders: A Scoping Review The scientific talks will be followed by an interactive discussion with the chairs and speakers.

There's still time to register for the Young World Federation for Neurorehabilitation (WFNR) Webinar January 29, 2pm CET/8am EST!

The webinar will feature speakers discussing important topics related to non-invasive brain stimulation in #neurorehabilitation.

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849: Dr. Joyce Ohm: Examining the Role of Epigenomics in Development and Disease - People Behind the Science Podcast Listen to the Episode Below (0:42:53) 0.75x 1x 1.25x 1.5x 2x 0:000:42:53 849: Dr. Joyce Ohm: Examining the Role of Epigenomics in Development and Disease Apple PodcastsGoogle PodcastsSpotifyPlayer Emb...

Dr. Joyce Ohm studies epigenomics in development & disease, particularly in cancer. Your cells package the genome differently to efficiently use genes they need. This is key during development, & there are problems with the epigenome in cancer. #scicomm
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Educators, the deadline to apply for our python workshop is approaching quickly! Apply by February 2 to join us in Seattle for this hands-on workshop.

💻 No prior coding experience needed.
✈️ Travel, meals, & stipend included.
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Thank you!! We're hoping to spark conversations and bridge some of the traditional silos in the field with this program! 🤞

This new podcast is brought to you by the Mike A. Myers Stroke Center at @txwomans.bsky.social, & I'm thrilled to be co-hosting with @jmehta.bsky.social.

In ep 1, Drs. Jason Carmel & Steve Zeiler share insights on neurorecovery in kids & adults, & new research that could enhance recovery. #scicomm

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When it comes to treating & living w/ neurological conditions, a few big questions are: what do we know, & what can we do to improve quality of life? I'm excited to invite you to join us for candid chats about science, evidence-based interventions, & lived experiences. 🧠🔄 🧠📈 🧪

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Sometimes even the best-laid plans have to change. Dr. Bryan Cassone discussed his early pivot from pharmacy to #biology, & how he's never looked back. He shared stories about his 1st research grant, traveling the world for field work, football, & more!
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Dr. Natalia Vergara uses stem cells to understand how the retina forms during development and how it degenerates during disease. She aims to develop therapies to help patients who suffer from vision loss.

Learn more about her life & research:
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Today is the last day to apply for our cell type summer workshop!

🗓️ April 6-8 in Seattle, WA
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✈️ Travel support available to accepted applicants.
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The energy resistance principle Picard and Murugan introduce the energy resistance principle (ERP), a testable framework outlining how resistance to energy flow sustains life and shapes health. Excess resistance (éR) promotes hallma...

Loving @martinpicardenergy.bsky.social work bridging science and experience of energy with a focus on mitochondrial dynamics. check out his energy resistance principle: www.cell.com/cell-metabol... #energy

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Registration is now open for our 2026 Annual Meeting in Los Angeles! Join us March 25-27th for 3 days of excellent symposia, posters, professional development sessions, networking & more. Early bird discounted registration rates are available until March 2nd. Visit www.asnr.com/asnr2026 for details!

Thank you Marie for holding a (digital) space for one of the most *real* conversations I've had in a long time.

“Do not fear to be eccentric in opinion, for every opinion now accepted was once eccentric.” — Bertrand Russell

Thank you for sharing part of your story!

This was a fun conversation with a wonderful scientist doing cool research at the intersection of quantum mechanics, biophysics, biomedical engineering, & #neuroscience! We covered a range of topics from light-emitting cells in the brain to lab Olympics, travel mishaps, advice, and more!

#scicomm 🧪

164 - Investigating Remote Sampling, Sample Retention and Re-Analysis, and Athlete Experiences in Anti-Doping - Daniel Westmattelmann, PhD - PCC - Global Anti-Doping Research Grants for Scientists and... 0.75x 1x 1.25x 1.5x 2x 0:0042:53 164 – Investigating Remote Sampling, Sample Retention and Re-Analysis, and Athlete Experiences in Anti-Doping – Daniel Westmattelmann, PhD Apple PodcastsGoogle Podcast...

What are the benefits of remote sampling in #antidoping ? Dr. Daniel Westmattelmann discusses his transition from a professional cyclist to anti-doping research, as well as the outcomes of his PCC-funded project to implement a remote sampling system.

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They are so cute!! Thank you for a wonderful conversation and for sharing part of your story with listeners!

Thanks to Dr. McNeely @phdmarie.bsky.social for profiling our work and putting together such an awesome podcast on scientists--the people behind the work. #STEM And now that #Basal and #Tuft are quasi famous.... will have to post them here. ;)

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Knowing how #cancer starts can inform treatment & prevention. @tgoliver.bsky.social shares her discovery that small cell lung cancer likely originates from lung basal stem cells, stories of persisting through challenges, mentors who helped her on her path, and more! #scicomm 👩‍🔬

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🚨 Our abstract submission deadline for #ASNR2026 is LESS THAN ONE WEEK AWAY!

Visit our website and submit your abstract ASAP to share your work at our upcoming Annual Meeting in Los Angeles March 24-27, 2026!

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#neurorehabilitation #neuroscience #rehabilitation

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📢 Reminder! Just a few days left to apply for the #Neurorehabilitation and Neural Repair (NNR) Early Career Editorial Program! Applications are due December 1st!

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