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When asked to draw a scientist, school-age kids in the United States are increasingly sketching women, according to a study from 2018.

Read more on #WomenInScienceDay: https://scim.ag/4hOUuvx
February 11, 2025 at 5:10 PM
Reposted by Maria Starczewska
Nature research paper: A neoantigen vaccine generates antitumour immunity in renal cell carcinoma

https://go.nature.com/4gtHiuX
A neoantigen vaccine generates antitumour immunity in renal cell carcinoma - Nature
A phase I trial of a neoantigen-targeting personalized cancer vaccine led to durable and polyfunctional T cell responses and antitumour recognition, and was associated with no recurrence in patients with high-risk clear cell renal cell carcinoma.
go.nature.com
February 6, 2025 at 6:55 PM
Reposted by Maria Starczewska
🧠 Microplastics in your bloodstream

New research reveals that microplastics can block brain capillaries, reduce blood flow, and cause neurological changes in mice. A concerning link between pollution and health.

🔗 www.science.org/doi/10.1126/...

#Microplastics #Health #SciComm 🧪
Microplastics in the bloodstream can induce cerebral thrombosis by causing cell obstruction and lead to neurobehavioral abnormalities
Microplastics get in the blood and are eaten by immune cells, leading to cell obstruction and cerebral thrombosis.
www.science.org
January 25, 2025 at 8:48 PM
Reposted by Maria Starczewska
Exciting News!

Our brilliant Masters & PhD researchers— @mariastarczewska.bsky.social, Alex, and Tas— are presenting their latest lab findings from EATC on the impact of micro & nano plastics on the kidney at the BAPN Conference tomorrow. Good luck! #Microplastics #BAPN2025
@louiseoni.bsky.social
January 29, 2025 at 7:00 AM