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Researchers at @morgridgeinstitute.bsky.social and @uwmadison.bsky.social are using advanced metabolic imaging to identify ways to improve CAR T cell therapy against solid tumors. Read our story here: morgridge.org/story/resear...

Scientific training is more than experimental methods or interpreting data. Morgridge commits to supporting #postdocs as "whole scientists," fostering their growth as leaders who will shape the future. #NPAW2025 https://morgridge.org/community/professional-development/postdoc-fellows/postdocs-2/

Get ready to rock and roll at the Wisconsin Science Festival, held October 16-26, featuring 650+ events throughout the state! @uwmadison.bsky.social @uwmadscience.bsky.social @widofficial.bsky.social https://morgridge.org/story/rock-out-at-the-15th-annual-wisconsin-science-festival/?src=bluesky

Happy National #Postdoc Appreciation Week! To our postdocs — know that you are valued and your efforts do not go unnoticed. Your dedication and expertise are central to advancing #FearlessScience. We celebrate the dedication and brilliance you bring to the world. #NPAW2025

SPARK - Morgridge Institute for Research SPARK is a monthly newsletter featuring the latest biomedical discoveries, research news and events. Sign up now to learn more about fearless scientists driving the next big advances in human health.

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Students envision their own futures in STEM at Summer Science Camp - Morgridge Institute for Research The 19th annual Morgridge Summer Science Camp welcomed students from Wisconsin high schools for a week-long immersion into the world of science.

The 19th annual Morgridge Summer Science Camp welcomed students from Wisconsin high schools for a week-long immersion into the world of science at @uwmadison.bsky.social.

See photos and read more: https://morgridge.org/story/students-envision-their-own-futures-in-stem-at-summer-science-camp/

Neutrophils powered by dynamic shifts in mitochondrial metabolism - Morgridge Institute for Research New research uncovers the role of mitochondrial metabolism in neutrophils and the mechanisms that allow them to adapt under different conditions.

New research from the Jing Fan Lab uncovers the role of mitochondrial metabolism in neutrophils and the mechanisms that allow them to adapt under different conditions.

Read more: https://morgridge.org/story/neutrophils-powered-by-dynamic-shifts-in-mitochondrial-metabolism/

Pierre Gillotay uses zebrafish to study spinal cord regeneration in the lab of @kenposs.bsky.social. He joined Morgridge in fall 2024 and quickly sensed a culture that encourages curiosity and collaboration. Meet Pierre: https://morgridge.org/story/rising-sparks-pierre-gillotay-regenerative-biology/

NOW HIRING 🐠 Support regenerative biology research as an Aquaculture Service Engineer. Oversee maintenance and operation of our aquatics facility housing multiple fish species. Knowledge of recirculating aquaculture systems required. https://morgridge.org/job-posting/aquaculture-service-engineer/

HTCondor celebrates 40 years powered by community - Morgridge Institute for Research HTCondor celebrates 40 years of advancing science through a network of distributed computing power and a deeply engaged community.

HTCondor celebrates 40 years of advancing science across the globe through a network of distributed computing power and a deeply engaged community. Read more: https://morgridge.org/story/htcondor-celebrates-40-years-powered-by-community/ @UWMadison

SPARK Archive - Morgridge Institute for Research The SPARK Newsletter is a free, monthly newsletter featuring the latest science news, biomedical discoveries, and stories about science outreach and education at the Morgridge Institute for Research. The SPARK

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Jackson family’s investment helps rural students broaden horizons - Morgridge Institute for Research Personal experience has motivated Sondra and Ed Jackson to inspire scientific discovery in students from Wisconsin’s rural schools and introduce them to university life — which often seems intimidating to students from rural backgrounds.

The final session of the Morgridge Summer Science Camp is here, named in honor of Ed Jackson, whose family continues to support the opportunity for rural students to connect with science. Read their story: https://morgridge.org/story/jackson-familys-investment-helps-rural-students-broaden-horizons/

Check your inboxes for the newest issue of SPARK, our monthly newsletter highlighting the latest science stories and happenings at the Morgridge Institute for Research. 📥

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For effective science communication, ‘just the facts’ isn’t good enough - Morgridge Institute for Research Scientists who show humility and recognize that science "doesn't have all the answers" will be more effective communicators with society, argues Morgridge PI Dietram Scheufele.

Scientists who show humility and recognize that science "doesn't have all the answers" will be more effective communicators with society, argues @dietram.bsky.social. Read more: https://morgridge.org/story/for-effective-science-communication-just-the-facts-isnt-good-enough/ #SciComm

The first session of our annual Summer Science Camp is here! Learn more about this program, managed by the Morgridge Institute Engagement Team: morgridge.org/community/pr...

Jackson family’s investment helps rural students broaden horizons - Morgridge Institute for Research Personal experience has motivated Sondra and Ed Jackson to inspire scientific discovery in students from Wisconsin’s rural schools and introduce them to university life — which often seems intimidating to students from rural backgrounds.

The Morgridge Summer Science Camp is here! The Sondra and Ed Jackson family believe experiences like this camp opens the door for rural students to connect with science and campus life. Read their story: https://morgridge.org/story/jackson-familys-investment-helps-rural-students-broaden-horizons/

SPARK Archive - Morgridge Institute for Research The SPARK Newsletter is a free, monthly newsletter featuring the latest science news, biomedical discoveries, and stories about science outreach and education at the Morgridge Institute for Research. The SPARK

Did you miss our latest issue of SPARK? Get monthly updates on the latest science discoveries and stories at the Morgridge Institute. Browse past issues in our archive and click through to SUBSCRIBE and stay connected to breaking science news and ideas. https://morgridge.org/news/spark/archive/

A treasure trove of hands-on science experiences await K-12 students who visit @uwmadison.bsky.social. A Morgridge-UW partnership helps make science more accessible for their field trips. Read more: https://morgridge.org/story/morgridge-uw-partner-to-supercharge-field-trip-experiences-for-kids/

Check your inboxes for the newest issue of SPARK, our monthly newsletter highlighting the latest science stories and happenings at the Morgridge Institute for Research. 📥

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Rising Sparks: Sam Gelman, virology - Morgridge Institute for Research Sam Gelman uses his computer science skills to apply machine learning — a branch of artificial intelligence that enables computers to imitate how humans learn and perform tasks — to help uncover important biomedical secrets.

Sam Gelman uses his computer science skills to apply machine learning to help uncover important biomedical secrets. Meet Sam in our latest #RisingSparks profile:
https://morgridge.org/story/rising-sparks-sam-gelman-virology/

Congress is considering substantial cuts to the NIH and the NSF that will jeopardize America's place as global leader in innovation. Visit our new webpage and use your voice to help us protect American research: https://morgridge.org/research/protecting/

Morgridge CEO Brad Schwartz, writing in Real Clear Science, warns against America’s “strategic retreat” from basic research, and argues scientists must reconnect with the public they serve. Read his op-ed below. #FearlessScience www.realclearscience.com/articles/202...

Scientists with the global @ehtelescope.bsky.social project have learned new secrets about the #BlackHole at the center of our Milky Way, with the help of high-throughput #computing advances pioneered here in Wisconsin.

Read more: morgridge.org/story/throug...

Don't forget to register before June 15th to take advantage of our early bird registration pricing. Register today! #FrontiersinMetabolism @morgridgeinstitute.bsky.social

Three women are standing in a lab. They are smiling and talking as they prepare a science activity. There are multiple pipettes and tubes on the bench in front of them.

Our Community Engagement team is hard at work developing interactive opportunities to fuel your curiosity.

Join us Jun. 9 at 1 p.m. at Mount Horeb Public Library and get HANDS ON to learn about stem cell research. Plus, Q&A w/CEO Brad Schwartz!

Register here: mhpl.org/stem-cells

Assistant Professor in Metabolism Research - Morgridge Institute for Research The Morgridge Institute for Research, in partnership with the Department of Biomolecular Chemistry at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, seeks a joint tenure track assistant professor to lead a vibr...

We @morgridgeinstitute.bsky.social, in partnership with
@bmolchem.bsky.social , are looking for a great new metabolism researcher to join our @morgridgemeta.bsky.social team. Please see ad below and send along to your colleagues!
morgridge.org/job-posting/...

HIRING! We're looking for an assistant professor/investigator to lead metabolism-focused research @morgridgemeta.bsky.social through a joint tenure track position with UW–Madison @bmolchem.bsky.social. Join our team! https://morgridge.org/job-posting/assistant-professor-in-metabolism-research/

Congratulations to our 2025 graduates - Morgridge Institute for Research Congratulations to our 2025 graduating students and research staff moving on into their next chapters. A few of them shared about their experiences at Morgridge and their plans for the future.

Congratulations to our 2025 graduating students and research staff! Their contributions over the years are a vital piece of what makes the Morgridge community thrive. A few of them shared about their experiences and their next steps for the future. Read more: morgridge.org/story/congra...

Study shows environmental conditions alter dependence on a key metabolic enzyme - Morgridge Institute for Research At the intersection of genetic rules and environmental conditions, scientists at Morgridge are gathering new insights about how diseases function in the human body.

New research from the Cantor Lab, led by investigator @jasonrcantor.bsky.social and postdoc @kyle-flickinger.bsky.social, takes a closer look at the conditional interplay of genetics and cellular environment.

Read more: morgridge.org/story/study-...