Bryan Welm
@bryanwelm.bsky.social
Science artist and cancer researcher. Huntsman Cancer Institute, University of Utah
www.bryanwelm.com
www.bryanwelm.com
Finished another bronze of a T-cell attacking a cancer cell. This one is heading to Max Krummel at UCSF, who did some of the early studies on CTLA4 immunotherapy. #sciart.
July 10, 2025 at 12:13 AM
Finished another bronze of a T-cell attacking a cancer cell. This one is heading to Max Krummel at UCSF, who did some of the early studies on CTLA4 immunotherapy. #sciart.
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We are proud to share that @alanawelm.bsky.social, PhD, has been named chair of Oncological Sciences at @utah.edu. A global leader in breast cancer research, she brings deep vision, collaboration, and impact to this new role. Please join us in congratulating Dr. Welm. Learn more: bit.ly/3H3GqB3
May 20, 2025 at 7:12 PM
We are proud to share that @alanawelm.bsky.social, PhD, has been named chair of Oncological Sciences at @utah.edu. A global leader in breast cancer research, she brings deep vision, collaboration, and impact to this new role. Please join us in congratulating Dr. Welm. Learn more: bit.ly/3H3GqB3
While it’s perhaps trivial in these times, I do hope my art inspires, and reminds colleagues of the beauty of their work. Here is a PAS-B domain in steel and copper that is in the final stages of its build.
April 12, 2025 at 8:03 PM
While it’s perhaps trivial in these times, I do hope my art inspires, and reminds colleagues of the beauty of their work. Here is a PAS-B domain in steel and copper that is in the final stages of its build.
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Today is the last day to vote in @the-node.bsky.social @focalplane.bsky.social image competition. Select your favourite at bit.ly/4bFDENR by Wednesday 26 March 11:59pm GMT.
Attending Biologists @ 100? You can view all entries and vote in Hall 2.
Attending Biologists @ 100? You can view all entries and vote in Hall 2.
Vote for your favourite image in the Node–FocalPlane image competition - the Node
Browse through the gallery of the 15 shortlisted images and vote for your favourite image by Wednesday 26 March.
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March 26, 2025 at 12:10 PM
Today is the last day to vote in @the-node.bsky.social @focalplane.bsky.social image competition. Select your favourite at bit.ly/4bFDENR by Wednesday 26 March 11:59pm GMT.
Attending Biologists @ 100? You can view all entries and vote in Hall 2.
Attending Biologists @ 100? You can view all entries and vote in Hall 2.
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BRCA1 turned 30 🎉
To celebrate, Jos Jonkers and I explored three decades of BRCA1 research - what we’ve learned about its biology, its role in tumorigenesis and future directions to improve the life of BRCA1 mutation carriers.
Now out in Cancer Discovery ⬇️: aacrjournals.org/cancerdiscov...
To celebrate, Jos Jonkers and I explored three decades of BRCA1 research - what we’ve learned about its biology, its role in tumorigenesis and future directions to improve the life of BRCA1 mutation carriers.
Now out in Cancer Discovery ⬇️: aacrjournals.org/cancerdiscov...
Thirty Years of BRCA1: Mechanistic Insights and Their Impact on Mutation Carriers
Abstract. Thirty years ago, the cloning of the first breast cancer susceptibility gene, BRCA1, marked a milestone in our understanding of hereditary breast and ovarian cancers. This discovery initiate...
aacrjournals.org
March 3, 2025 at 9:26 AM
BRCA1 turned 30 🎉
To celebrate, Jos Jonkers and I explored three decades of BRCA1 research - what we’ve learned about its biology, its role in tumorigenesis and future directions to improve the life of BRCA1 mutation carriers.
Now out in Cancer Discovery ⬇️: aacrjournals.org/cancerdiscov...
To celebrate, Jos Jonkers and I explored three decades of BRCA1 research - what we’ve learned about its biology, its role in tumorigenesis and future directions to improve the life of BRCA1 mutation carriers.
Now out in Cancer Discovery ⬇️: aacrjournals.org/cancerdiscov...
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🧪what with the demolition of #NIH funded #research, where, dare I ask, are our friends from #bigpharma? y'all good? mooched enough off of public-access NIH-funded research? Stocked up with PhD level scientists who were trained on NIH training grants to tide you over until Academia comes back?
March 1, 2025 at 11:06 PM
🧪what with the demolition of #NIH funded #research, where, dare I ask, are our friends from #bigpharma? y'all good? mooched enough off of public-access NIH-funded research? Stocked up with PhD level scientists who were trained on NIH training grants to tide you over until Academia comes back?
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This!!!
I think the biggest lie being told right now is that one of the wealthiest countries in the world cannot afford to invest in science, education, and the environment.
February 25, 2025 at 12:39 AM
This!!!
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I’m really grateful to live in a place where I can go out the backdoor for a slow paced 10mi run to clear my head of all this federal nonsense! I was especially lucky today to have a snowmobile track to run over; last week I had to break my own path. 1/2
February 24, 2025 at 1:03 AM
I’m really grateful to live in a place where I can go out the backdoor for a slow paced 10mi run to clear my head of all this federal nonsense! I was especially lucky today to have a snowmobile track to run over; last week I had to break my own path. 1/2
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And, at the end I saw a bald eagle perched on a tree! I hope you all can find whatever works to clear your head and get ready for another week of finding innovative ways to do, and fight for, science!
February 24, 2025 at 1:02 AM
And, at the end I saw a bald eagle perched on a tree! I hope you all can find whatever works to clear your head and get ready for another week of finding innovative ways to do, and fight for, science!
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Join us! Science Homecoming helps scientists reconnect with communities by writing about the importance of science funding in their hometown newspapers. We’ve mapped every small newspaper in the U.S. and provide resources to get you started. Help science get back home 🧪🔬🧬 🏠
sciencehomecoming.com
sciencehomecoming.com
Science Homecoming
sciencehomecoming.com
February 18, 2025 at 5:12 PM
Join us! Science Homecoming helps scientists reconnect with communities by writing about the importance of science funding in their hometown newspapers. We’ve mapped every small newspaper in the U.S. and provide resources to get you started. Help science get back home 🧪🔬🧬 🏠
sciencehomecoming.com
sciencehomecoming.com
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Someone awesome in my circle shared some terrific news with me today but was hesitant to do so because of all that is going on in the science world.
It may appear insensitive that you are celebrating when other colleagues are struggling but I entreat you to celebrate & share good news. 1/
It may appear insensitive that you are celebrating when other colleagues are struggling but I entreat you to celebrate & share good news. 1/
February 15, 2025 at 2:03 AM
Someone awesome in my circle shared some terrific news with me today but was hesitant to do so because of all that is going on in the science world.
It may appear insensitive that you are celebrating when other colleagues are struggling but I entreat you to celebrate & share good news. 1/
It may appear insensitive that you are celebrating when other colleagues are struggling but I entreat you to celebrate & share good news. 1/
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Today, along with 2,000 other NIH employees, I had to clear out my office 😭
It was truly the honor of my life to work with such incredibly passionate people focused on improving human health. I’ve never experienced a more positive culture where *everyone* cared about their job and serving others.
It was truly the honor of my life to work with such incredibly passionate people focused on improving human health. I’ve never experienced a more positive culture where *everyone* cared about their job and serving others.
February 14, 2025 at 11:31 PM
Today, along with 2,000 other NIH employees, I had to clear out my office 😭
It was truly the honor of my life to work with such incredibly passionate people focused on improving human health. I’ve never experienced a more positive culture where *everyone* cared about their job and serving others.
It was truly the honor of my life to work with such incredibly passionate people focused on improving human health. I’ve never experienced a more positive culture where *everyone* cared about their job and serving others.
Great article by Harold Varmus!
Excellent opinion piece from Nobel Laureate ans former director of NIH, Dr. Harold Varmus. A call to arms. www.nytimes.com/2025/02/14/o...
Opinion | American Science is Under Attack
The Trump administration hobbles research and endangers the public health.
www.nytimes.com
February 15, 2025 at 1:02 AM
Great article by Harold Varmus!
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University GCs are, I'm sure, talking about this or getting some rest (if they can) for a long battle ahead.
I would suggest that we don't become armchair lawyers here.
Let's focus on how to communicate the impact of implementing this on health, our communities, and the ability of the US to lead.
I would suggest that we don't become armchair lawyers here.
Let's focus on how to communicate the impact of implementing this on health, our communities, and the ability of the US to lead.
How legally binding is the F&A agreement? Any University General Councel out there care to opine?
February 8, 2025 at 1:41 AM
University GCs are, I'm sure, talking about this or getting some rest (if they can) for a long battle ahead.
I would suggest that we don't become armchair lawyers here.
Let's focus on how to communicate the impact of implementing this on health, our communities, and the ability of the US to lead.
I would suggest that we don't become armchair lawyers here.
Let's focus on how to communicate the impact of implementing this on health, our communities, and the ability of the US to lead.
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Somewhere in the U.S., there’s a scientist staring at their NSF/NIH grant application wondering why they bother. This post is for you. Science and society both need you. Hang in there and know there is a whole community supporting you.
January 29, 2025 at 4:52 PM
Somewhere in the U.S., there’s a scientist staring at their NSF/NIH grant application wondering why they bother. This post is for you. Science and society both need you. Hang in there and know there is a whole community supporting you.
Here’s a review on PDX models and functional precision medicine. From the amazing lab of Alana Welm.
#Review 🚨
In case you missed it, here Alan Welm & co discuss the importance of #PDX models for functional precision oncology and how integrating these with #AI can enhance their utility for personalizing cancer treatment. 🐁🤖🔬
@huntsmancancer.bsky.social
www.nature.com/articles/s41...
In case you missed it, here Alan Welm & co discuss the importance of #PDX models for functional precision oncology and how integrating these with #AI can enhance their utility for personalizing cancer treatment. 🐁🤖🔬
@huntsmancancer.bsky.social
www.nature.com/articles/s41...
PDX models for functional precision oncology and discovery science - Nature Reviews Cancer
Patient-derived xenograft (PDX) models are valuable surrogates for drug testing in precision oncology. In this Review, Welm and colleagues outline the opportunities and challenges of PDX models, discu...
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January 16, 2025 at 1:56 PM
Here’s a review on PDX models and functional precision medicine. From the amazing lab of Alana Welm.
Made some changes to the sculpture of a T-cell attacking a cancer cell. Repositioned the cancer cell in a vertical stance. Showing the attachment of the cells after the change. These are bronzes with a layer of steel brazed where the cells attach. Magnets hold them together. Work in progress. 🐡
January 11, 2025 at 11:16 PM
Made some changes to the sculpture of a T-cell attacking a cancer cell. Repositioned the cancer cell in a vertical stance. Showing the attachment of the cells after the change. These are bronzes with a layer of steel brazed where the cells attach. Magnets hold them together. Work in progress. 🐡
I agree! Great that Janet is carrying the torch for this!
David Goodsell is a national treasure. There. It needed to be said. And @jiwasa.bsky.social will be amazing in carrying forward the tradition. #structuralbiology and the @rcsbpdb.bsky.social is lucky to have them.
After a remarkable 300 columns, David Goodsell has retired from the Molecule of the Month. We are very grateful for his service.
@jiwasa.bsky.social will continue the series, beginning with January's article on Assembly Line Polyketide Synthases
Details: cdn.rcsb.org/rcsb-pd...
@jiwasa.bsky.social will continue the series, beginning with January's article on Assembly Line Polyketide Synthases
Details: cdn.rcsb.org/rcsb-pd...
January 6, 2025 at 9:54 PM
I agree! Great that Janet is carrying the torch for this!
A cellular Christmas tree made from molten copper drops. Splats of copper sometimes happen when welding and they often take the shape of different cell types. I collect these off my shop floor because they look cool…….and yes, they make my sciency senses tingle!
Merry Christmas!
#SciArt
Merry Christmas!
#SciArt
December 24, 2024 at 1:45 PM
A cellular Christmas tree made from molten copper drops. Splats of copper sometimes happen when welding and they often take the shape of different cell types. I collect these off my shop floor because they look cool…….and yes, they make my sciency senses tingle!
Merry Christmas!
#SciArt
Merry Christmas!
#SciArt
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😮🤩 Wow, a completely filled room at our #CellBio2024 #SciArt session! What an amazing evening with inspiring talks about creativity, education and microscopy. Huge thanks to our speakers and audience. Please reach out if you're interested in co-organizing or speaking next year!
December 20, 2024 at 8:10 PM
😮🤩 Wow, a completely filled room at our #CellBio2024 #SciArt session! What an amazing evening with inspiring talks about creativity, education and microscopy. Huge thanks to our speakers and audience. Please reach out if you're interested in co-organizing or speaking next year!
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5️⃣8️⃣ Karolin Luger (1963- ) 🇦🇹🇺🇸 #womeninSTEM @nucleosomepolice.bsky.social Austrian biochemist & structural biologist. CU Boulder distinguished Professor & avid hiker. Internationally renowned for her work on chromatin and the resolution in 1997 of the 3D structure of the nucleosome.
lugerlab.org
lugerlab.org
December 19, 2024 at 1:12 PM
5️⃣8️⃣ Karolin Luger (1963- ) 🇦🇹🇺🇸 #womeninSTEM @nucleosomepolice.bsky.social Austrian biochemist & structural biologist. CU Boulder distinguished Professor & avid hiker. Internationally renowned for her work on chromatin and the resolution in 1997 of the 3D structure of the nucleosome.
lugerlab.org
lugerlab.org
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Take that @biologicmodels.bsky.social. Welded #nucleosome, created by the insanely talented @bryanwelm.bsky.social
December 18, 2024 at 1:51 PM
Take that @biologicmodels.bsky.social. Welded #nucleosome, created by the insanely talented @bryanwelm.bsky.social
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I love New England Biolabs & their commitment to the advancement of science, stewardship of the environment, & giving back to the world around us. They just provided support for the 2025 Cell Contact and Adhesion GRC & asked me to share an ad for postdoctoral fellowships
www.neb.com/en-us/about-...
www.neb.com/en-us/about-...
December 17, 2024 at 7:14 PM
I love New England Biolabs & their commitment to the advancement of science, stewardship of the environment, & giving back to the world around us. They just provided support for the 2025 Cell Contact and Adhesion GRC & asked me to share an ad for postdoctoral fellowships
www.neb.com/en-us/about-...
www.neb.com/en-us/about-...
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🤩 Art by @drewberry.bsky.social @loliboldu.bsky.social @patriciabondia.bsky.social @jayeperview.bsky.social @hudrewthis.bsky.social @molmir.bsky.social @munafomarzia.bsky.social @snowotarski.bsky.social @marykoreilly.bsky.social @biyolokum.bsky.social @ahnaskop.bsky.social @bryanwelm.bsky.social
December 14, 2024 at 9:40 PM