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Emily Bonkowski
@esbonkowski.bsky.social
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Research Genetic Counselor (& Public Health Genetics PhD student)

Interests in neurogenetics, bioethics, and precision medicine for kids 🧬🧠💜

Science is real, views are mine (she/her)
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@hcmefford.bsky.social, MD, PhD: “If we could coax the cells to make enough of the copy that doesn’t work as well, it might be a potential therapy.”
Unique model of rare epileptic disease helps pinpoint potential treatment route
See how a cortical organoid model for UBA5-associated encephalopathy reveal development faults including stunted GABAergic interneuron growth linked to seizures
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May 7, 2025 at 7:00 PM
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We're a productive, fun group that gets to do meaningful science in a place that values our work. Plus, we get to work for @hcmefford.bsky.social in an inclusive and supportive environment!

www.stjude.org/research/pro...
Creating Supportive Spaces in Science with Heather Mefford, MD, PhD
Learn how Heather Mefford, MD, PhD, creates supportive spaces for scientists at St. Jude.
www.stjude.org
December 4, 2024 at 4:59 PM
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Perfect for pre- #GeneticCounseling, pre-med, public health, or PhD folks who want to spend a few years working/learning before going to grad, reach out with questions!

Check out our lab here: www.stjude.org/research/lab...

#GeneChat #Hiring #Research #Genetics #Epilepsy #RareDisease #GeneChat
Mefford Lab
The Mefford laboratory dives into gene discovery to determine the genetic and biological basis of pediatric epilepsies.
www.stjude.org
December 4, 2024 at 4:33 PM