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How do you tell a family about Wiedemann-Steiner Syndrome?

Meet Dr. Camilla Elphick (Psychology, The Open University), participant in the SciComm Award: Rare Disease Advances.

In her essay, she explores how psychology is transforming rare disease communication

Read: lnkd.in/evTJuVwy

#RareDisease
February 16, 2026 at 9:13 AM
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Can scattered medical records cost lives?

Meet Dr. Filipe Bernardi, participant in the SciComm Award: Rare Disease Advances

In his essay, he explores Brazil's Rare Disease Registry Breakthrough, based on research

Read: www.scientifyresearch.org/blog/brazil-...

#RareDisease #ScienceCommunication
February 13, 2026 at 5:29 PM
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Can lifelong high blood pressure be caused by a hidden heart defect?

Meet Dr. Abdi Dandena, participant in the SciComm Award: Rare Disease Advances

He explores a rare heart malformation undetected for decades
Read: www.scientifyresearch.org/blog/rare-heart-malformation-went-undetected-for-decades/
February 12, 2026 at 8:59 AM
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Can a genetic bone disease be cured by fixing the gene itself?

Meet Dr. Valentina Capo, participant in the SciComm Award: Rare Disease Advances.

In her essay about bone disease, she explores ARO.

Read: www.scientifyresearch.org/blog/figting-a-rare-and-lethal-bone-disease-through-gene-therapy/
February 12, 2026 at 8:57 AM
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Why does Fabry disease hide in women’s hearts?

Meet Dr. Denise Cristiana Faro (Cardiology, Univ. of Catania), participant in the SciComm Award: Rare Disease Advances.

In Beyond the Gene, she explores Fabry in women, based on research.

Read: www.scientifyresearch.org/blog/beyond-...

#RareDisease
February 12, 2026 at 8:52 AM
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Today we celebrate International Day of Women and Girls in Science.

Since 2021, we've kept an open and curated list of research funding opportunities from funders who have specific funding initiatives for women in research:
www.scientifyresearch.org/all-funding-...

#IDWGIS
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February 11, 2026 at 1:36 PM
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📣 Featured funding of the week!
💡 Catalyst Award (motor neuron disease | UK) by @mndoddie5.bsky.social
🗓️ Deadline: Feb 27, 2026
🌍 Location: United Kingdom
💰 Amount: 100,000 GBP per one year
 
🔗 Learn more: www.scientifyresearch.org/grant/cataly...
 
#UKResearch #ResearchFunding #NeuronResearch
February 11, 2026 at 8:13 AM
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Research management is often reduced to rules and paperwork.
But in reality, it’s people work first. This is about rethinking research management as strategic leadership, not just administration.

Read the blog:
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#ResearchManagement #scientifyRESEARCH
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February 4, 2026 at 8:41 AM
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Researchers and postdocs navigating pressure, uncertainty, and career change share what support made a difference for them.

Not sure what support would help you most right now?

🔗Book a complimentary initial session:
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#ResearcherSupport #scientifyRESEARCH
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January 29, 2026 at 2:29 PM
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Want to use AI to improve your writing & grant applications?

In this blog, Anna Aston explains how AI is really used in funding proposals today, from beating the blank page to understanding funders’ expectations, responsibly.

👉 Read more: www.scientifyresearch.org/blog/ai-in-f...

#GranWriting
January 28, 2026 at 9:17 AM
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📣 Featured funding of the week!
💡 Gaia postdoctoral fellowship programme (all disciplines | Denmark)
🗓️ Deadline: Feb 28, 2026
🌍 Location: Denmark
💰 Amount: 4,700€ per month
 
🔗 Learn more: www.scientifyresearch.org/grant/gaia-p...

#HorizonEurope #ResearchFunding #MSCA #HorizonEuropeCalls
January 27, 2026 at 5:02 PM
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📣 Featured funding of the week!
💡 Milton Safenowits Postdoctoral Fellowship Program by ALS Association
🗓️ Deadline: Feb 10, 2026 | Letter of inquiry
🌍 Location: Global
💰 Amount: Up to 150,000 USD
 
🔗 Learn more: www.scientifyresearch.org/grant/the-mi...

#ALS #ALSAwareness #ALSResearch
January 20, 2026 at 11:36 AM
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🔬 Research careers aren’t always linear, and that’s okay.
Vidhi Sehrawat went from Chemistry in India to a PhD in Europe with Erasmus Mundus support. She shares how funding shaped her path & advice for future applicants.
👉 Read more: www.scientifyresearch.org/blog/erasmus...

#PhDLife #ErasmusMundus
January 16, 2026 at 1:22 PM
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Managing grant or fellowship calls?
Watch this quick tip and connect with Amy Field to reach the right researchers.
Let´s talk:https://bit.ly/4526mX2
January 15, 2026 at 8:22 AM
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When research managers say “I can’t keep up,” it’s not a skills gap. It’s policy overload.
Read the full article by Sarah M. Trimmer, Founder of The Optimum Department.
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#ResearchPolicy #scientifyRESEARCH
#ResearchManagement #ResearchFunding
We keep hearing the same thing from research managers: “I can’t keep up.” Not from lack of expertise, but from relentless policy change. This isn’t an individual failure—it’s a systems problem. In a recent thought piece, Sarah M. Trimmer explores what policy overload really looks like and why livable research policy matters more than ever. 🔗 Read more: https://www.scientifyresearch.org/.../research-policy ... #ResearchPolicy #ResearchManagement #ResearchFunding We keep hearing the same thing from research managers: “I can’t keep up.” Not from lack of expertise, but from relentless policy change. This isn’t an individual failure—it’s a systems problem. In a recent thought piece, Sarah M. Trimmer explores what policy overload really looks like and why livable research policy matters more than ever. 🔗 Read more: https://www.scientifyresearch.org/.../research-policy ... #ResearchPolicy #ResearchManagement #ResearchFunding We keep hearing the same thing from research managers: “I can’t keep up.” Not from lack of expertise, but from relentless policy change. This isn’t an individual failure—it’s a systems problem. In a recent thought piece, Sarah M. Trimmer explores what policy overload really looks like and why livable research policy matters more than ever. 🔗 Read more: https://www.scientifyresearch.org/.../research-policy ... #ResearchPolicy #ResearchManagement #ResearchFunding
January 14, 2026 at 12:56 PM
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📣 Featured funding of the week!
💡 Career Guidance for Trainees
🗓️ Deadline: March 12, 2026
🌍 Location: Canada & USA
💰 Amount: Training + 15.000 USD
 
🔗 Learn more: www.scientifyresearch.org/grant/career...
 
A huge thank you to Burroughs Welcome Fund for supporting research administrators

#Research
January 13, 2026 at 8:50 AM
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🚨 If you work in research, don't miss our free blog with up-to-date info on

• AI tools for grant writing.
• Funding in 2026.
• Global science policies.
• Tips for winning grant submissions.
• Key points for research managers.

Link: scientifyresearch.org/research-funding-perspectives

#PhDlife
January 9, 2026 at 12:09 PM
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Hope you had a restful break & are ready for an exciting 2026!

May this year bring new discoveries, collaborations and well-funded research projects.

Thanks to our clients for trusting us with your research funding success. Stay updated with our monthly newsletter: lnkd.in/dgCDsqiQ

#Happy2026
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January 7, 2026 at 11:29 AM
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Still thinking about it?

We’ve extended the deadline for the Science Communication Award to Monday, Jan 5

🔗 www.scientifyresearch.org/rare-disease...

Special thanks to our sponsors
@kargerpublishers.bsky.social @lipotype.bsky.social

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January 2, 2026 at 3:29 PM
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📣 Featured funding of the week!
💡 RAREFIND Doctoral Training
🗓️ Deadline: December 31, 2025
🌍 Location: Italy
💰 Amount: Salary + benefits
Learn more: bit.ly/3MXRRxc
Thank you to Fondazione Telethon and Scuola Universitaria Superiore Pavia (IUSS) for supporting the next generation of researchers.
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December 30, 2025 at 10:46 AM
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📣 Featured funding of the week!
💡 relAI PhD program
🗓️ Deadline: January 13, 2026
🌍 Location: Germany
💰 Amount: Salary + benefits
🔗 Learn more: bit.ly/491drIt
 
Big thanks to Konrad Zuse School of Excellence in Reliable AI (relAI) for supporting the next generation of AI researchers.
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December 23, 2025 at 1:14 PM
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Published rare disease research? Share your story & win €2,000. New deadline Jan 5, 2026.
www.scientifyresearch.org/rare-disease...

Special thanks to our sponsors @kargerpublishers.bsky.social @lipotype.bsky.social

#RareDiseaseResearch #SciComm #RareDiseases #scientifyRESEARCH
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December 18, 2025 at 2:02 PM
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Our Expert Gulhis Sarap supports researchers in building resilience, clarity, and confidence while navigating academic challenges.

Book a 1:1 session:
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For institutional workshops: consultation@scientifyresearch.org

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December 18, 2025 at 8:24 AM
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Funders: See the 2025 funding shifts and what to prioritize in 2026! Make sure your opportunities reach the right researchers. Insights from our team here: www.scientifyresearch.org/blog/changes...
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December 17, 2025 at 1:00 PM