UTSW Science@UTSWScience
Oct 28
What if a new liver could be built from your own skin cells? Step into the lab of @MRizwanPhD, Assistant Professor of @utswbme and @utsweye, where he and his team are using cell manufacturing and 3D printing to create personalized livers. More: bit.ly/3Lw1gvu
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UTSW Science@UTSWScience
Oct 26
What can the microbes living on our skin teach us about health and disease? @HarrisTryonLab is studying how the skin microbiome changes during infections and inflammatory conditions to help inform new treatments. Learn more: bit.ly/3UoZocg #UTSWMeetTheMinds
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UTSW Science@UTSWScience
Oct 13
How we view cancer could soon change. Working together, @JinmingGaoLab and Baran Sumer, M.D., are on the cusp of a new era in cancer treatments thanks to fluorescent nanotechnology. Take a deeper dive: bit.ly/43AO6Ej
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UTSW Science@UTSWScience
Oct 12
Attending #ACRM2026 in Washington, D.C.? Don't miss this @UTSWMedCenter presentation, which explores new approaches to supporting caregivers and improving outcomes after patient discharge.
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UTSW Science@UTSWScience
Oct 9
The first @AACP123 "Un-Convention" connects community psychiatrists with strategies and tools to support people with complex needs. Join @UTSWMedCenters's Faiz Kidwai on Oct. 10 to learn how to close service gaps for incarcerated people. More: bit.ly/4AEJb3f
A person in professional attire stands in front of a backdrop with a geometric pattern. Text on the left reads, "Using the Sequential Intercept Model as an Advocacy Roadmap for People Who Are Incarcerated." The name Faiz Kidwai is mentioned, along with the title Clinical Assistant Professor of Psychiatry. The timing for an event is noted as Saturday, Oct. 10, 4:15-5:30 p.m. The UT Southwestern Medical Center logo is at the bottom left.
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UTSW Science@UTSWScience
Oct 1
Meet 17 new faculty members advancing discovery at the 2026 New Faculty Research Forum. Connect with the #UTSW research community, explore innovative work, and view this year’s lineup: bit.ly/3TRcqeR #NFRF2025
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The image is a promotional poster for the UT Southwestern Medical School New Faculty Research Forum. It features four faculty members with their photos and topics.The image is a promotional poster for the UT Southwestern Medical School New Faculty Research Forum. It features five faculty members with their photos and topics.
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UTSW Science@UTSWScience
Oct 1
A renewed focus on the science shaping the future of medicine.

Follow our newly rebranded Instagram, @UTSWScience, to learn more about the researchers and discoveries from more than 500 UT Southwestern labs advancing medicine and patient care. bit.ly/4rJvOea
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UTSW Science@UTSWScience
Sep 30
What makes a virus capable of invading our cells, and how can we stop it? @OrchardLab_Rob, studies Norovirus, influenza, and enterovirus to uncover how they enter cells, evade immune defenses, and reveal potential targets for new therapies. More at: bit.ly/4gP6NKv
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UTSW Science@UTSWScience
Sep 29
If you're attending the International Society of Bipolar Disorders @ISBD4 Annual Meeting in Vancouver, be sure to check out Dr. Abigail Ortiz's presentation: Wearable-derived sleep-activity dynamics across a continuum of suicide risk in #bipolardisorder. #ISBD2025
This image is a promotional flyer for a presentation by Abigail Ortiz, M.D., at UT Southwestern Medical Center. The presentation is titled "Genetic and Digital Phenotyping in Mood Disorders: Wearable-Derived Sleep-Activity Dynamics Across a Continuum of Suicide Risk in Bipolar Disorder." It is scheduled for Wednesday, September 30, from 4:45 to 6 p.m. The flyer includes a portrait of the speaker, who is an Associate Professor of Psychiatry, with a hexagonal pattern in the background.
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UTSW Science@UTSWScience
Sep 29
Attending #AMRPAFall26? Don't miss the opportunity to hear from @UTSWMedCeter's Erin Wuerz as she shares insights and expertise in inpatient medical rehabilitation. Join us to connect, learn, and bring back practical strategies for improving patient care.
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UTSW Science@UTSWScience
Sep 17
Lung cancer has long been one of medicine’s toughest opponents. Thanks to a recent discovery, researchers found that an orphan drug holds promise in boosting the efficacy of radiation in non-small cell lung cancer. Learn more: bit.ly/43AO6Ej
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UTSW Science@UTSWScience
Sep 9
By studying how bacterial virulence factors manipulate host cells, @orthkim is uncovering new insights into eukaryotic signaling systems – discoveries that could inform new strategies to fight infection and advance human health. bit.ly/4xr3AXE #UTSWMeetTheMinds
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UTSW Science@UTSWScience
Sep 7
Learn about the molecular machinery that connects neuronal receptors to cytoskeletal remodeling with @kenny_mighty17. Don't miss his talk at the Molecular Mechanisms of Neuronal Connectivity meeting @CSHL on Sept. 8. Learn more: bit.ly/46ozjNj #CSHLNeurocon
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UTSW Science@UTSWScience
Aug 19
Exploring the brain one neuron at a time, the @ShahmoraLab uses nanoscale imaging to uncover how neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson’s and ALS begin and progress. Learn about the Shahmoradian Lab and its groundbreaking research: bit.ly/4wsg3Ju #UTSWMeetTheMinds
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UTSW Science@UTSWScience
Aug 11
AI is rapidly transforming medical education. By grading 91% of OCEs in days instead of weeks, multimodal AI cuts faculty workload, delivers near-instant feedback, and helps students master clinical skills. Learn more in Discovery @ UT Southwestern. bit.ly/43AO6Ej
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UTSW Science@UTSWScience
Aug 5
As Professor and Director of @UTSWGreenCenter, @KrausWL and his team are studying how small molecules regulate gene expression and nuclear signaling, advancing our understanding of human physiology and disease. Learn more: bit.ly/4fw0v0D #UTSWMeetTheMinds
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UTSW Science@UTSWScience
Jul 16
Bringing care directly to new mothers, UT Southwestern’s IMPACT study is improving postpartum health in Dallas and Atlanta. Using telemedicine, smartphone education, and community support, the program helps detect complications early and improve outcomes. bit.ly/43AO6Ej
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UTSW Science@UTSWScience
Jul 1
From nanomedicine to immunotherapy, @AzabLab, @utswbme Associate Professor, is helping shape the future of cancer treatment. He has been selected for the @theNAMedicine 2026 Emerging Leaders in Health and Medicine Scholars program. Learn more: bit.ly/4uRSeug
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UTSW Science@UTSWScience
Jun 9
Imagine transforming medicine with your DNA. UT Southwestern’s new SPARC program will sequence up to 150,000 patient genomes, linking genetic and clinical data to speed discovery and deliver care at an unprecedented scale. Learn more: bit.ly/43AO6Ej
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UTSW Science@UTSWScience
Jun 9
Can hormones influence knee osteoarthritis and other knee conditions? @utswortho Assistant Professor Paula Hernandez, Ph.D., is investigating how hormones affect joint health and how her findings could shape future treatments. Learn more: bit.ly/4c0PcJU #UTSWMeetTheMinds
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UTSW Science@UTSWScience
May 27
A @TAMESTX 2026 Mary Beth Maddox Award winner, @Sorrell_Lab is uncovering how cancer cells use nutrients to fuel growth, paving the way for targeted treatments against hard-to-treat cancers. Learn more: bit.ly/4eiCrz5 #UTSWMeetTheMinds
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UTSW Science@UTSWScience
May 14
In 2026, UT Southwestern became home to the North Texas Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center, following a five-year, multimillion-dollar award from @NIHAging in partnership with @UT_Dallas and @UTArlington. Learn more: bit.ly/43AO6Ej
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UTSW Science@UTSWScience
May 6
What drives @MariaChahrour? Understanding the “why” behind neurodevelopmental conditions like autism. Her lab studies genes and brain development to advance understanding and inform more personalized approaches to care. Learn more: bit.ly/4rJmYeu #UTSWMeetTheMinds
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UTSW Science@UTSWScience
Apr 27
What do humans and songbirds have in common? Todd Roberts, Ph.D., and his lab examine zebra finch speech patterns, which could lead to insights on how human language is learned. bit.ly/43AO6Ej
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UTSW Science@UTSWScience
Apr 23
Get ready to celebrate the stars of Clinical Research Professionals Day! Hear from the 2024 Best Research Billing Compliance – Team Award winners as they share what this day means and why their work makes a difference. bit.ly/4mrHXl1
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UTSW Science@UTSWScience
Apr 20
On April 28, UT Southwestern will celebrate Clinical Research Professionals Day, recognizing the CRPs whose work advances innovation, patient care, and education every day. Hear from 2024 Team Spirit Award recipient Lina Gonzalez Duarte as she shares what CRP Day means to her.
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UTSW Science@UTSWScience
Apr 16
Mark your calendars, Clinical Professional Researchers Day has been rescheduled for Tuesday, April 28! Come celebrate the CRPs whose work advances innovation, patient care, and education every day. bit.ly/4c816oJ
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UTSW Science@UTSWScience
Apr 15
Take an in-depth look at cancer under the ‘scope. At #UTSW, scientists are using cutting-edge microscopy to dive into tumor cell mechanics—capturing microtubule “highways” (orange) and mitochondrial powerhouses (blue). Learn more: bit.ly/43AO6Ej
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UTSW Science@UTSWScience
Apr 11
Attending #ADAA2026 in Chicago? Don’t miss our session “Treatment of Depression in People with Substance Use Disorders: From Medications to Neuromodulation.” Explore practical, evidence-based strategies and emerging treatments for complex co-occurring conditions. @UTSW_Psychiatry
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UTSW Science@UTSWScience
Apr 10
Supported early by the Dedman Award, Maria Florian-Rodriguez, M.D., built the foundation for her research program, leading to key collaborations and preliminary data that have since resulted in multiple NIH-funded projects. Learn more: bit.ly/4lZBzl4 #FLICR2026
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UTSW Science@UTSWScience
Apr 10
Real impact happens when collaboration leads the way. UTSW's Joseph Guillory presents how bridging research, practice, and community can create meaningful change. @UTSW_Psychiatry, @SRChildren_
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UTSW Science@UTSWScience
Apr 9
Examining epigenetic regulation in neurodevelopment, Jiang Wu, Ph.D., hopes that her lab’s research can inform and help develop therapeutic treatments for neural development, autism disorders, and pediatric brain cancer. Learn more: bit.ly/4bp52RL #UTSWMeetTheMinds
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UTSW Science@UTSWScience
Apr 7
New discoveries. National recognition. Real impact. The 2026 edition of Discovery @ UT Southwestern highlights collaborative science driving breakthroughs at #UTSW. Explore more: bit.ly/43AO6Ej
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UTSW Science@UTSWScience
Apr 6
UT-StARR is shaping the next generation of physician-scientists through mentored research training in heart, lung, and blood health. See how Mercy Ude, M.D., benefited — and how you can too. Learn more about the UT-StARR program: bit.ly/3NRQwJ0
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UTSW Science@UTSWScience
Apr 2
Integrating translational and clinical approaches to understand diseases in pregnancy, Manish Jha, M.D., will be presenting his research on the utility of GLP-1Ras and neuromodulation at #FLICR2026. Learn more about opportunites at @UTSWBrain: bit.ly/4t66bU8
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UTSW Science@UTSWScience
Mar 30
In the Phillips Lab, Margaret Phillips, Ph.D., Chair of Biochemistry, and her team are working to develop therapeutic defenses against the malaria parasite. Learn more: bit.ly/4rDu8kt #UTSWMeetTheMinds
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UTSW Science@UTSWScience
Mar 28
UTSW's leading computational psychiatrist will share new research on improving care for individuals living with bipolar disorder. Join her for insights on treatments, challenges, and opportunities for better support. #EPA2026
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UTSW Science@UTSWScience
Mar 27
Supported by the KL2 Clinical Scholars Program, Eric Ortigoza, M.D., focuses his research on neonatal gastrointestinal motility and feeding intolerance in preterm infants. Learn more about clinical research scholarships at UTSW: bit.ly/4sGiU00 #FLICR2026
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UTSW Science@UTSWScience
Jan 25
When Tricia Plumb, R.N., began her career, she never expected to become a clinical research professional. Eighteen years later, her story reflects the impact CRPs make every day. Revisit her story ahead of Tuesday's 2025 CRP Day celebration.
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UTSW Science@UTSWScience
Jan 21
On Jan. 27, UT Southwestern will celebrate Clinical Research Professionals Day, recognizing the CRPs whose work advances innovation, patient care, and education every day. Hear from 2024 Mentorship Award recipient Donna Mitchell as she shares what CRP Day means to her.
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UTSW Science@UTSWScience
Jan 13
UTSW's leading computational psychiatrist will discuss mood regulation and suicide risk in bipolar disorder. Learn about the "math" behind the factors that increase vulnerability despite symptomatic remission. #ANCP2026.
Promotional image for a lecture at the American College of Neuropsychopharmacology by Abigail Ortiz, M.D., discussing the impact of suicidal risk trajectories analysis in bipolar disorder patients. Event details include the date, time, and location at UT Southwestern Medical Center in Nassau, Bahamas. Dr. Ortiz is depicted smiling, wearing glasses and professional attire.
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UTSW Science@UTSWScience
29 Dec 2025
Delve into this year’s innovations and research by visiting the latest edition of #DiscoveryAtUTSW. bit.ly/43AO6Ej
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UTSW Science@UTSWScience
10 Dec 2025
David Hendrixson, Ph.D., @UTSWMolBiol Professor, is improving our understanding of Campylobacter jejuni, a leading cause of diarrheal disease, by studying how it moves and interacts with hosts. Learn more: bit.ly/4oOueWs #MeetTheMinds
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UTSW Science@UTSWScience
1 Dec 2025
In the latest edition of #DiscoveryAtUTSW, learn how @Gerta_Hoxhaj and her lab are making a breakthrough in the discovery of how #cancers grow. bit.ly/43AO6Ej #research
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UTSW Science@UTSWScience
25 Nov 2025
Discover Prashant Mishra’s, M.D., Ph.D., work at @CRI_UTSW, where he studies mitochondria to tackle common genetic disorders. His research aims to unlock new therapies and tools to improve patient care. Learn more: bit.ly/45rbPYa #MeetTheMinds
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UTSW Science@UTSWScience
18 Nov 2025
Welcome to #OpenMic, where we magnify the work of #UTSouthwestern's brilliant researchers and take a look under their microscopes. This month, we’re checking out the work of Michael Buszczak, Ph.D., Professor of Molecular Biology, who studies the differentiation of germ cells.
Microscopic image of a neuron highlighted in red and green, with the text 'Can you guess what this is?' and the Open MIC logo in the top left corner.Close-up image of a nurse cell surrounding a developing oocyte, highlighted in green and red, showing cell structures and its role in germ cell differentiation and disease research.
Microscopic image of human cells stained to show DNA in blue and a specific protein in green, under the branding "OPEN MIC - Putting science in the spotlight."Infographic of Show, a blue cylindrical protein involved in cell regulation and ribosome production, highlighting its role in diseases like Duchenne muscular dystrophy, potential therapies, and promoting science through the Open Mic logo.
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UTSW Science@UTSWScience
12 Nov 2025
Can the nervous system be repaired after injury or degeneration? Chun-Li Zhang, Ph.D., and his lab are reprogramming glial cells into neurons and modeling neurodegenerative diseases with patient-derived neurons, pioneering new paths for brain regeneration. bit.ly/4lBXAV0
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UTSW Science@UTSWScience
6 Nov 2025
99 lab hacks to make your research easier! 🔬

Unlock data like a pro! 📊 Sourav Patnaik, Biomedical Engineer at #UTSW, shares how researchers can use open-source tools like #WebplotDigitizer to extract key insights from graphs and plots.

Learn more: go.nature.com/47DqCi5
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UTSW Science@UTSWScience
29 Oct 2025
Learn how Lily Huang, Ph.D., @CellUtsw Associate Professor, and her team are working to inhibit the growth of leukemic cells without hurting normal blood cells. bit.ly/4oEMdyB #MeetTheMinds
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UTSW Science@UTSWScience
25 Oct 2025
Replying to @UTSW_PMR
@UTSW_PMR faculty member Haibi Cai, M.D., discusses emerging therapies in PM&R at #AAMPR25.
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