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Joe W. Ramos, PhD
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President and CEO @the_Lundquist | Championing biomedical innovation & research to improve health worldwide 🌍 | #BiomedicalInnovation #Leadership | lundquist.org
I am happy to share our latest paper in JBC. This work is focused on better understanding cancer invasion programs - especially in brain cancer. We are mapping key proteins in cancer invasion programs that allow cancer cells to move to other parts of the body. www.jbc.org/article/S002...
Phosphorylation at S1288 of Leukemia Associated RhoGEF (LARG/ARHGEF12) induces plasma membrane localization and promotes binding and activation of RhoA
Leukemia-associated RhoGEF (LARG) is a guanine nucleotide exchange factor (GEF) known for its specificity towards Ras homolog family member A (RhoA). LARG plays a crucial regulatory role in various ce...
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December 7, 2025 at 8:27 PM
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We're here at the Association of Independent Research Institutes' #AIRI2025 #conference in Washington, D.C.—immersed in powerful conversations with fellow research leaders and peer institutions to advocate for the future of #science and #research! 🧬🔬
September 8, 2025 at 12:14 PM
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This week marks #FungalWeek25 to highlight the growing #publichealth threat posed by fungal infections. 🦠

Our recent stories show our commitment to advancing translational research and the impact of our science. Read more about our work and other critical research at TLI: bit.ly/3VOw24g
September 15, 2025 at 9:35 PM
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TLI's Frans Walther and his team have created a low‑cost, aerosolizing lung surfactant therapy that could revolutionize #treatment for premature #infants worldwide. Even @billgates.bsky.social called this medical advancement “kind of a miracle.” Read more: bit.ly/3JSXTNY
Breath of Life: LA Scientist’s Innovation Earns Global Applause, Including from Bill Gates
Frans Walther, MD, PhD, a physician-scientist at The Lundquist Institute, and his research group have developed a low-cost, aerosolized synthetic lung surfactant therapy to treat infant respiratory di...
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August 29, 2025 at 6:11 PM
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From exploring the link between sleep loss and diabetes to unlocking pneumonia immunity, our latest newsletter highlights pioneering #research news, event highlights, and more insights on what's happening at TLI🔬

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August 29, 2025 at 9:42 PM
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At TLI, we’re breaking down barriers and building bridges to better access and support. This year's UCLA CTSI CERP Symposium brought together leaders, researchers, and #community partners to explore new ways of connecting communities to #mentalhealth care. Read more about the event: bit.ly/3UElS5T
Connecting Communities to Mental Health Care: A Look Back at the 2025 UCLA CTSI CERP Symposium
The Community Engagement and Research Program (CERP) identifies and researches public health priorities to improve healthcare access in Los Angeles County.
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August 20, 2025 at 3:28 AM
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We're honored to welcome US Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D., Chairman of the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP). During his time on campus, we shared some of our groundbreaking infectious disease research and efforts to combat drug-resistant threats: https://bit.ly/4mkw1Rn.
August 20, 2025 at 11:15 PM
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Meet Melanie and Richard Lundquist, whose deep-rooted passion in advancing life‑saving biomedical research and visionary support have powered transformational change at TLI. Read more about their legacy and heartfelt connection to our mission: bit.ly/3UHbyKs #philanthropy #donorimpact #giving
August 22, 2025 at 10:18 PM
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Our new and improved website is live! 🎉 Built with fresh visuals, streamlined navigation, and a more accessible design—the new Lundquist.org makes it easier than ever to explore our mission, impact, and the groundbreaking work happening every day at TLI. Check it out! lundquist.org
August 13, 2025 at 7:13 PM
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Mucormycosis is a fungal infection that causes severe disease and fatality, especially in immunocompromised individuals. 🔬🧪 Learn more about the antibody Investigator Dr. Ashraf Ibrahim, Dr. Yiyou Gu, and their team has developed that could be a promising treatment: bit.ly/4iHC8x0 #Immunotherapy
March 20, 2025 at 9:02 PM
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#DidYouKnow Reaching 150 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity, plus muscle training twice a week, can improve health and increase longevity.

Here’s a recap of our previous Science and Your Health with TLI Investigator @harrybrossiter.bsky.social. #exercise #workout #wellbeing #health
March 27, 2025 at 9:29 PM
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In 1978, the Institute launched its High School Summer Fellows Program for rising high school juniors and seniors to explore careers in biomedical science. Among the first cohort was Christian de Virgilio, MD who credits the program for his acceptance to the @dgsomucla.bsky.social: bit.ly/42esKKD
March 28, 2025 at 6:46 PM
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Our Center for Treatment of #RareDisease, led by TLI Investigator Lynda Polgreen, MD, MS, is committed to advancing patient care by developing life-changing treatments. #RareDiseaseDay. Thanks to the Susan Scott Foundation's continued support, we're able to accelerate our #research and impact.
February 28, 2025 at 3:39 PM