Megan Kirchgessner, PhD
@megkirch.bsky.social
neuroscience postdoc in NYC (Froemke lab @ NYUMed). audition👂2P imaging 🔬and developmental systems neuroscience 👶. Stories of WiN co-founder/co-director, marathon runner, foodie, IPA lover, and overly enthusiastic dog mom
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The Sosa Lab is going to #SfN25 and actively recruiting ✨postdocs✨ with systems neuroscience experience! We study both fundamental memory processes and how memory changes during pregnancy and postpartum.
If you are interested in meeting at SfN, please email me! www.sosaneurolab.com/join/postdoc...
If you are interested in meeting at SfN, please email me! www.sosaneurolab.com/join/postdoc...
Sosa Lab - Postdoctoral Researchers
We are seeking postdocs to start in 2026!
www.sosaneurolab.com
November 7, 2025 at 10:53 PM
The Sosa Lab is going to #SfN25 and actively recruiting ✨postdocs✨ with systems neuroscience experience! We study both fundamental memory processes and how memory changes during pregnancy and postpartum.
If you are interested in meeting at SfN, please email me! www.sosaneurolab.com/join/postdoc...
If you are interested in meeting at SfN, please email me! www.sosaneurolab.com/join/postdoc...
Today is the last day to register!! Join us in San Diego if you can!!
Tomorrow is the last day to register for our in-person event!
Join us, and our incredible lineup of speakers, on the UCSD campus Nov 15 from 9am-1pm. Registration is free!
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Join us, and our incredible lineup of speakers, on the UCSD campus Nov 15 from 9am-1pm. Registration is free!
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November 1, 2025 at 2:41 PM
Today is the last day to register!! Join us in San Diego if you can!!
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Tomorrow is the last day to register for our in-person event!
Join us, and our incredible lineup of speakers, on the UCSD campus Nov 15 from 9am-1pm. Registration is free!
docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
Join us, and our incredible lineup of speakers, on the UCSD campus Nov 15 from 9am-1pm. Registration is free!
docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
October 31, 2025 at 7:26 PM
Tomorrow is the last day to register for our in-person event!
Join us, and our incredible lineup of speakers, on the UCSD campus Nov 15 from 9am-1pm. Registration is free!
docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
Join us, and our incredible lineup of speakers, on the UCSD campus Nov 15 from 9am-1pm. Registration is free!
docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
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Our next profile is live! Dr. Emi Nagoshi studies the genetic and molecular basis of circadian rhythms and Parkinsons disease. Follow the link below to listen and learn more!
www.storiesofwin.org/profiles/202...
#StoriesOfWiN #WomenInNeuroscience
www.storiesofwin.org/profiles/202...
#StoriesOfWiN #WomenInNeuroscience
October 29, 2025 at 4:32 PM
Our next profile is live! Dr. Emi Nagoshi studies the genetic and molecular basis of circadian rhythms and Parkinsons disease. Follow the link below to listen and learn more!
www.storiesofwin.org/profiles/202...
#StoriesOfWiN #WomenInNeuroscience
www.storiesofwin.org/profiles/202...
#StoriesOfWiN #WomenInNeuroscience
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Super excited to share the first part of my thesis work!
Perhaps how you might be able to both recognize someone’s voice *and* understand what they’re saying, we find that both social identity and vocalization category can be decoded from gerbil auditory cortex activity👂🧠
tinyurl.com/4fba6wk4
Perhaps how you might be able to both recognize someone’s voice *and* understand what they’re saying, we find that both social identity and vocalization category can be decoded from gerbil auditory cortex activity👂🧠
tinyurl.com/4fba6wk4
October 27, 2025 at 10:03 PM
Super excited to share the first part of my thesis work!
Perhaps how you might be able to both recognize someone’s voice *and* understand what they’re saying, we find that both social identity and vocalization category can be decoded from gerbil auditory cortex activity👂🧠
tinyurl.com/4fba6wk4
Perhaps how you might be able to both recognize someone’s voice *and* understand what they’re saying, we find that both social identity and vocalization category can be decoded from gerbil auditory cortex activity👂🧠
tinyurl.com/4fba6wk4
We’re so psyched for this - check out our amazing lineup of speakers!!! Spots are going fast - register today!!! 👇
We're excited to announce the official lineup for our in-person event! 🎉
There's one week left to sign up - registration closes Nov. 1st. You don't want to miss this!
#StoriesOfWiN #SfN #WomenInNeuroscience
There's one week left to sign up - registration closes Nov. 1st. You don't want to miss this!
#StoriesOfWiN #SfN #WomenInNeuroscience
October 27, 2025 at 5:15 PM
We’re so psyched for this - check out our amazing lineup of speakers!!! Spots are going fast - register today!!! 👇
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We talk about types of jobs, how and when to apply and also how to create your brand ✨
Applying for faculty jobs this cycle? Check out our latest special episode! @moeneuro.bsky.social and @drnancypadilla.bsky.social discuss when to apply, important considerations when preparing applications, and more! Listen below!
www.storiesofwin.org/profiles/202...
#AcademicBluesky #NeuroJobs
www.storiesofwin.org/profiles/202...
#AcademicBluesky #NeuroJobs
Applying to faculty jobs 101 — Stories of WiN
This episode features Dr. Monique Smith (Assistant Professor, UCSD) discussing faculty job applications with host Dr. Nancy Padilla-Coreano.
www.storiesofwin.org
October 17, 2025 at 2:54 PM
We talk about types of jobs, how and when to apply and also how to create your brand ✨
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Our latest profile is here! Dr. Susana Lima studies mate selection and female sexual behavior. Follow the link below to learn more!
#StoriesOfWiN #WomenInNeuroscience
www.storiesofwin.org/profiles/202...
#StoriesOfWiN #WomenInNeuroscience
www.storiesofwin.org/profiles/202...
Dr. Susana Lima — Stories of WiN
studies mate selection and female sexual behavior
www.storiesofwin.org
October 16, 2025 at 2:35 PM
Our latest profile is here! Dr. Susana Lima studies mate selection and female sexual behavior. Follow the link below to learn more!
#StoriesOfWiN #WomenInNeuroscience
www.storiesofwin.org/profiles/202...
#StoriesOfWiN #WomenInNeuroscience
www.storiesofwin.org/profiles/202...
Gonna be in San Diego for #sfn25? Come join us for our first ever in-person event for @storiesofwin.bsky.social - registration is now OPEN!! 👇 gonna be a great time for getting inspired and building community (and stay tuned for an exciting lineup of 🤩speakers/panelists)! Help us spread the word!
🚨REGISTRATION IS OPEN!🚨
We're so excited to host our first-ever, in-person event! Join us for panel discussions, a keynote address, and the opportunity to meet many amazing women in Neuroscience💜
Please register to attend by November 1st:
docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
We can't wait!
We're so excited to host our first-ever, in-person event! Join us for panel discussions, a keynote address, and the opportunity to meet many amazing women in Neuroscience💜
Please register to attend by November 1st:
docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
We can't wait!
October 9, 2025 at 10:21 PM
Gonna be in San Diego for #sfn25? Come join us for our first ever in-person event for @storiesofwin.bsky.social - registration is now OPEN!! 👇 gonna be a great time for getting inspired and building community (and stay tuned for an exciting lineup of 🤩speakers/panelists)! Help us spread the word!
Loved @drnancypadilla.bsky.social ‘s interview with a scientist i greatly admire, @constantinoplelab.bsky.social, and had the pleasure of writing her profile!! Especially enjoyed/appreciated the discussion of the ups and downs of the postdoc years *no reason*
Our next profile is here! Dr. Christine Constantinople studies the neural mechanisms of decision-making. Follow the link below to learn more! 🧠
www.storiesofwin.org/profiles/202...
#StoriesOfWiN #WomenInNeuro
www.storiesofwin.org/profiles/202...
#StoriesOfWiN #WomenInNeuro
October 2, 2025 at 1:12 AM
Loved @drnancypadilla.bsky.social ‘s interview with a scientist i greatly admire, @constantinoplelab.bsky.social, and had the pleasure of writing her profile!! Especially enjoyed/appreciated the discussion of the ups and downs of the postdoc years *no reason*
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The NSF GRFP is an amazing opportunity for students in the first two years of a PhD or those applying to a PhD right now.
Below, check out our special episode with advice for both applicants and those who write letters of support!! 🧐
Please help us spread the word 📢
Below, check out our special episode with advice for both applicants and those who write letters of support!! 🧐
Please help us spread the word 📢
Submitting an NSF GRFP soon? Check out our special episode on how to structure your essays and letters, and common mistakes to avoid! #NSF
www.storiesofwin.org/profiles/202...
www.storiesofwin.org/profiles/202...
NSF GRFP advice — Stories of WiN
In this special episode of Stories of WiN we provide advice for students preparing a Graduate Research Fellowship Program application funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF-GRFP).
www.storiesofwin.org
September 20, 2025 at 12:40 PM
The NSF GRFP is an amazing opportunity for students in the first two years of a PhD or those applying to a PhD right now.
Below, check out our special episode with advice for both applicants and those who write letters of support!! 🧐
Please help us spread the word 📢
Below, check out our special episode with advice for both applicants and those who write letters of support!! 🧐
Please help us spread the word 📢
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Our next profile is here! Dr. Emily Cross (@escross.bsky.social) studies human neuroscience, arts, and social robotics. Follow the link below to learn more!
www.storiesofwin.org/profiles/202...
#StoriesOfWiN #WomenInNeuroscience
www.storiesofwin.org/profiles/202...
#StoriesOfWiN #WomenInNeuroscience
September 17, 2025 at 5:44 PM
Our next profile is here! Dr. Emily Cross (@escross.bsky.social) studies human neuroscience, arts, and social robotics. Follow the link below to learn more!
www.storiesofwin.org/profiles/202...
#StoriesOfWiN #WomenInNeuroscience
www.storiesofwin.org/profiles/202...
#StoriesOfWiN #WomenInNeuroscience
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Excited to share our latest paper - now out in @science.org - we showed how oxytocin modulates maternally-directed behavior in young mice (P15).
September 12, 2025 at 3:21 PM
Excited to share our latest paper - now out in @science.org - we showed how oxytocin modulates maternally-directed behavior in young mice (P15).
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Our latest profile is here! Dr. Suelyn Koerich studies the cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying Alzheimers Disease. Learn more at the link below!
www.storiesofwin.org/profiles/202...
#StoriesOfWiN #WomenInNeuroscience
www.storiesofwin.org/profiles/202...
#StoriesOfWiN #WomenInNeuroscience
September 4, 2025 at 3:12 PM
Our latest profile is here! Dr. Suelyn Koerich studies the cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying Alzheimers Disease. Learn more at the link below!
www.storiesofwin.org/profiles/202...
#StoriesOfWiN #WomenInNeuroscience
www.storiesofwin.org/profiles/202...
#StoriesOfWiN #WomenInNeuroscience
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Reflecting on my journey with @mfranch.bsky.social, from how I chose my mentors and topics (excitement!), what inspired me to write a book (befuddlement) & then shift to mood research (opportunity). Also: how I interpret my own emotions (lean in). Thanks for having me, @storiesofwin.bsky.social!
Our latest profile is here! Dr. Nicole Rust (@nicolecrust.bsky.social) studies the neural representations of mood & has recently published a book about new ways we can conduct neuroscience research to better undersand mental illness. Learn more below:
www.storiesofwin.org/profiles/202...
www.storiesofwin.org/profiles/202...
Dr. Nicole Rust — Stories of WiN
studies the neural representations of mood and has recently published a book about new ways we can conduct neuroscience research to better undersand mental illness.
www.storiesofwin.org
August 22, 2025 at 1:28 PM
Reflecting on my journey with @mfranch.bsky.social, from how I chose my mentors and topics (excitement!), what inspired me to write a book (befuddlement) & then shift to mood research (opportunity). Also: how I interpret my own emotions (lean in). Thanks for having me, @storiesofwin.bsky.social!
Thanks to Nicole for the highlight!! 🥹 this has been such a rewarding a labor of love for the last 6 (!!) years with @cprofaci.bsky.social and @drnancypadilla.bsky.social and our whole team of amazing volunteers!!! Always grateful to hear that it’s reaching a wider audience and having some impact ❤️
Let’s talk @storiesofwin.bsky.social. I’m flattered to be among their profiles (coming soon) & I want to elevate the team behind this terrific effort. /1
www.storiesofwin.org
www.storiesofwin.org
Stories of WiN
www.storiesofwin.org
August 17, 2025 at 4:07 PM
Thanks to Nicole for the highlight!! 🥹 this has been such a rewarding a labor of love for the last 6 (!!) years with @cprofaci.bsky.social and @drnancypadilla.bsky.social and our whole team of amazing volunteers!!! Always grateful to hear that it’s reaching a wider audience and having some impact ❤️
Prospective grads and postdocs interested in auditory-guided behaviors should join @njaudette.bsky.social ‘s lab!! Check him out!
The lab is growing! Our team is seeking talented scientists to study flexible sensory processing. We design freely-moving and head-fixed acoustic behaviors alongside acute and wireless neural recordings. PD and grad roles available
Please help spread the word 🙏🧠🎵🐭
neurojobs.sfn.org/job/38911/po...
Please help spread the word 🙏🧠🎵🐭
neurojobs.sfn.org/job/38911/po...
Postdoctoral Neuroscience Researcher - Storrs Mansfield, Connecticut job with Audette Lab, University of Connecticut | 38911
Fully funded postdoctoral research position studying context-dependent sensory processing in the mouse motor and auditory thalamus and cortex.
neurojobs.sfn.org
August 10, 2025 at 8:08 PM
Prospective grads and postdocs interested in auditory-guided behaviors should join @njaudette.bsky.social ‘s lab!! Check him out!
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Excited to share this profile + interview with Dr. Emily Jacobs! Amazing work on human precision brain imaging across hormonal fluctuations, and such an inspiring story! I had such a great time interviewing her!
Our latest profile just dropped! Dr. Emily Jacobs (@emilyjacobs.bsky.social) studies how hormonal fluctuations influence the brain. Follow the link below to listen to the full interview!
www.storiesofwin.org/profiles/202...
#WomenInNeuroscience #StoriesOfWiN
www.storiesofwin.org/profiles/202...
#WomenInNeuroscience #StoriesOfWiN
Dr. Emily Jacobs — Stories of WiN
studies how hormonal fluctuations influence the brain
www.storiesofwin.org
August 6, 2025 at 7:59 PM
Excited to share this profile + interview with Dr. Emily Jacobs! Amazing work on human precision brain imaging across hormonal fluctuations, and such an inspiring story! I had such a great time interviewing her!
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Now on bioRxiv! Astrocytes in one brain region (cyan) communicate in expansive networks (magenta). Through tool development, tissue clearing, and many hours on our @zeiss-microscopy.bsky.social Z1, we now know these networks are repeatable across mice, plastic, and specific.
doi.org/10.1101/2025...
doi.org/10.1101/2025...
July 22, 2025 at 8:54 PM
Now on bioRxiv! Astrocytes in one brain region (cyan) communicate in expansive networks (magenta). Through tool development, tissue clearing, and many hours on our @zeiss-microscopy.bsky.social Z1, we now know these networks are repeatable across mice, plastic, and specific.
doi.org/10.1101/2025...
doi.org/10.1101/2025...
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We at @storiesofwin.bsky.social have dreamt of hosting an in-person event for years… and it’s finally happening!!!! 🧠💕
Fill out the interest form even if you won’t be in SD for SfN—we’re gauging interest in a virtual option too!
Fill out the interest form even if you won’t be in SD for SfN—we’re gauging interest in a virtual option too!
✨EXCITING NEWS!✨We're hosting our first ever, in-person event! Join us immediately before #SFN for a keynote, panel discussions, networking & more! Interested in attending? Fill out the form below:
docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
Nov 15 | 9am-1pm | Tata Hall at UCSD
Help us spread the word!
docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
Nov 15 | 9am-1pm | Tata Hall at UCSD
Help us spread the word!
July 29, 2025 at 2:03 AM
We at @storiesofwin.bsky.social have dreamt of hosting an in-person event for years… and it’s finally happening!!!! 🧠💕
Fill out the interest form even if you won’t be in SD for SfN—we’re gauging interest in a virtual option too!
Fill out the interest form even if you won’t be in SD for SfN—we’re gauging interest in a virtual option too!
It’s finally happening 🥹 save the date for our very first in-person event!! Fill out our interest form if you’ll be in SD for #sfn25 or otherwise, or fill it out even if you won’t be able to make it - we’re also gathering interest in a virtual streaming option!! Stay tuned for more details to come!!
✨EXCITING NEWS!✨We're hosting our first ever, in-person event! Join us immediately before #SFN for a keynote, panel discussions, networking & more! Interested in attending? Fill out the form below:
docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
Nov 15 | 9am-1pm | Tata Hall at UCSD
Help us spread the word!
docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
Nov 15 | 9am-1pm | Tata Hall at UCSD
Help us spread the word!
July 29, 2025 at 2:50 AM
It’s finally happening 🥹 save the date for our very first in-person event!! Fill out our interest form if you’ll be in SD for #sfn25 or otherwise, or fill it out even if you won’t be able to make it - we’re also gathering interest in a virtual streaming option!! Stay tuned for more details to come!!
Honored to have written this profile on an outstanding scientist @sahbabesh.bsky.social , check her out!!
We're excited to share our latest profile! Dr. Sahba Besharati (@sahbabesh.bsky.social) studies self-consciousness, emotion and social cognition. Follow the link below to learn more!
#StoriesOfWiN #WomenInNeuroscience
www.storiesofwin.org/profiles/202...
#StoriesOfWiN #WomenInNeuroscience
www.storiesofwin.org/profiles/202...
Dr. Sahba Besharati — Stories of WiN
studies self-conciousness, emotion and social cognition
www.storiesofwin.org
July 25, 2025 at 12:57 AM
Honored to have written this profile on an outstanding scientist @sahbabesh.bsky.social , check her out!!
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Another great conversation @storiesofwin.bsky.social 👏🏽😍
This podcast has become one of my main ways to learn about #interesting questions in #neuroscience 🤓. I also really like how most profiles are so different from each other and different people’s journeys are!
#neuroscience
This podcast has become one of my main ways to learn about #interesting questions in #neuroscience 🤓. I also really like how most profiles are so different from each other and different people’s journeys are!
#neuroscience
Our next profile is here! Dr. Melissa Caras studies the neurophysiological mechanisms of auditory perceptual learning. Follow the link to listen and learn more!
www.storiesofwin.org/profiles/202...
#WomenInNeuroscience #StoriesOfWiN
www.storiesofwin.org/profiles/202...
#WomenInNeuroscience #StoriesOfWiN
Dr. Melissa Caras — Stories of WiN
studies the neurophysiological mechanisms of auditory perceptual learning.
www.storiesofwin.org
July 14, 2025 at 1:23 PM
Another great conversation @storiesofwin.bsky.social 👏🏽😍
This podcast has become one of my main ways to learn about #interesting questions in #neuroscience 🤓. I also really like how most profiles are so different from each other and different people’s journeys are!
#neuroscience
This podcast has become one of my main ways to learn about #interesting questions in #neuroscience 🤓. I also really like how most profiles are so different from each other and different people’s journeys are!
#neuroscience
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New profile! Dr. Sarah Heilbronner (@srheilbronner.bsky.social) uses cutting-edge neuroanatomical and neuroimaging techniques to decipher the wiring diagram of the primate brain. Follow the link below to learn more!
www.storiesofwin.org/profiles/202...
#StoriesOfWiN #WomenInNeuroscience
www.storiesofwin.org/profiles/202...
#StoriesOfWiN #WomenInNeuroscience
Dr. Sarah Heilbronner — Stories of WiN
uses cutting-edge neuroanatomical and neuroimaging techniques to decipher the wiring diagram of the primate brain
www.storiesofwin.org
July 9, 2025 at 5:06 PM
New profile! Dr. Sarah Heilbronner (@srheilbronner.bsky.social) uses cutting-edge neuroanatomical and neuroimaging techniques to decipher the wiring diagram of the primate brain. Follow the link below to learn more!
www.storiesofwin.org/profiles/202...
#StoriesOfWiN #WomenInNeuroscience
www.storiesofwin.org/profiles/202...
#StoriesOfWiN #WomenInNeuroscience
Reposted by Megan Kirchgessner, PhD
Our next profile is here! Dr. Melissa Caras studies the neurophysiological mechanisms of auditory perceptual learning. Follow the link to listen and learn more!
www.storiesofwin.org/profiles/202...
#WomenInNeuroscience #StoriesOfWiN
www.storiesofwin.org/profiles/202...
#WomenInNeuroscience #StoriesOfWiN
Dr. Melissa Caras — Stories of WiN
studies the neurophysiological mechanisms of auditory perceptual learning.
www.storiesofwin.org
June 26, 2025 at 4:11 PM
Our next profile is here! Dr. Melissa Caras studies the neurophysiological mechanisms of auditory perceptual learning. Follow the link to listen and learn more!
www.storiesofwin.org/profiles/202...
#WomenInNeuroscience #StoriesOfWiN
www.storiesofwin.org/profiles/202...
#WomenInNeuroscience #StoriesOfWiN