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Lukasz M. Szewczyk
@szewczyklukasz.bsky.social
PhD in Neuroscience
Warsaw-based
San Francisco-loved
works at the University of Warsaw
Glia Cells - Astrocytes & Microglia
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Astrocytes aren’t just support cells!
They regulate synapses, blood flow & the BBB—plus show surprising regional diversity.
Learn more at the Astrocyte Session at WGC Symposium!
5 days left to register!
August 6, 2025 at 7:55 PM
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sites.google.com/uw.edu.pl/wa... – link to free registration!

Don’t miss out – the conference is happening on October 16–17 and these are the final days to register!

Don’t miss your chance to become a true GLIA-freak and join the fun!
August 8, 2025 at 12:16 PM
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Astrocytes close out the final session! 🧠 Prof. Allen on how they regulate synapses across life and disease, and Dr Michaluk on astrocytic IGFBP2 in synaptic plasticity

sites.google.com/uw.edu.pl/wa...

#Neuro2025 #Astrocytes #GLIA #WGC
July 29, 2025 at 12:24 PM
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Wrapping up with stars ✨ Our final astrocyte session is packed! Check the lineup & join us—free registration still open!

sites.google.com/uw.edu.pl/wa...

#GLIA #WGC
July 28, 2025 at 5:43 PM
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More top-tier speakers for our oligodendrocyte session!
Meet Prof. Káradóttir, expert on neuronal regulation of oligodendrocyte precursors and myelin repair, and Dr. Janowska, sharing new insights on autophagy in oligodendrocytes after neonatal hypoxia-ischemia.

#WGC #Oligodendrocytes #GLIA
July 26, 2025 at 4:52 PM
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Top speakers ready for you in our oligodendrocyte session!
Prof. Klaus-Armin Nave on axonal energy support & neurodegeneration, plus Dr Aleksandra Rutkowska on psychedelics & CNS remyelination.

Don’t miss out—join us!

#WGC #Oligodendrocytes #GLIA
July 26, 2025 at 4:50 PM
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Don’t miss out!
Catch the latest buzz in the world of oligodendrocytes at our upcoming session—cutting-edge research, new insights, and exciting discoveries await!
Stay tuned and join us to see what’s new in oligodendrocyte science!

sites.google.com/uw.edu.pl/wa...

#Oligodendrocytes #WGC #GLIA
July 26, 2025 at 4:48 PM
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We're back with another exciting session — this time, spotlight on microglial cells!
And wait until you see our star-studded lineup of speakers!
Don't miss it — join us and stay at the forefront of the latest research!

@soyonhonglab.bsky.social

#WGC #GLIA
July 21, 2025 at 2:44 PM
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Please meet Prof. S. Hong, an expert on how microglia contribute to synapse loss and brain circuit vulnerability in neurodegeneration and P. Kamińska, whose talk will dive into the role of SorLA in controlling microglial function and inflammation in glioblastoma. @soyonhonglab
July 22, 2025 at 10:12 AM
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Incredible guests at our microglia session!
Dr S. Werneburg will share insights on microglia-synapse dynamics in MS.
Dr B. Aldana will explore how microglia shape brain metabolism in neurodegeneration.
Join the discussion and be part of it!
#Microglia #WGC #BrainResearch #GLIA
July 23, 2025 at 10:07 AM
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Meet the minds behind the scenes!
Get to know our amazing organizers and stay in the loop with all things Warsaw Glia Community Symposium.
Don't forget to register on the official event page!

sites.google.com/uw.edu.pl/wa...

#GLIA #WGC

@szewczyklukasz.bsky.social
July 19, 2025 at 11:14 AM
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Prof. Marco Prinz is a world leader in neuroimmunology, with a focus on the brain’s innate immune system—particularly microglia, the resident macrophages that form the first line of defense against pathogens.

sites.google.com/uw.edu.pl/wa...

#GLIA #WGC #openinglecture
July 17, 2025 at 6:51 PM
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Meet our amazing speakers!

Dr Francesco Petrelli
and
Prof. Aleksandra Pękowska @aleksandrapekowska.bsky.social

Don’t miss your chance to register and be part of this inspiring WGC Symposium! sites.google.com/uw.edu.pl/wa...
July 15, 2025 at 8:27 PM
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Just 3 months to go until the very first Warsaw GLIA Symposium!
Expect top-notch speakers, cutting-edge science and an inspiring atmosphere.

All the details + free registration (limited spots!) available here:
sites.google.com/uw.edu.pl/wa...

Let the countdown begin. #WGC leads the way! #GLIA
July 15, 2025 at 8:17 PM
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We are excited to host @maitesolas.bsky.social in Warsaw on May 20th! We look forward to inspiring discussions and talks. If you're around, don’t miss her talk! 🧠✨ #neuroscience #astrocytes #glia #Warsaw #Poland proud members of
@astrocytecafe.bsky.social
May 6, 2025 at 1:07 PM
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March 10, 2025 at 9:12 AM