Zita Hubler
zitahubler.bsky.social
Zita Hubler
@zitahubler.bsky.social
Passionate about therapy development, genetics, and lipid biology. WUSTL Clinical Pathology Physician Scientist Training Program. CWRU MD/PhD Genetics. UIUC Bioengineering. Runner & nature enthusiast.
We recently published a #neuropathology case report describing how a gain-of-function mutation in #peroxisomal beta-oxidation (Mitchell Syndrome) affects human neuropathology. It seems certain cell types may be uniquely vulnerable, including sensory #neurons, motor neurons, and myelinating cells.
www.uni-muenster.de
October 30, 2025 at 6:18 PM
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Academic medical centers are on the cutting edge of patient care. Why? Because they have the most talented physician-scientists…the doctors who skillfully combine clinical care and research. But NIH funding cuts could make it harder to attract top talent.
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NIH Funding Cuts Intensify Physician Faculty Recruitment and Retention Challenges
Jason D. Tackett, Managing Principal, SullivanCotter | Amid NIH funding cuts, academic medical centers must act now to avoid disruptions in compensation and workloads to retain and attract top talent.
www.fiercehealthcare.com
July 22, 2025 at 7:40 PM
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"I can’t predict the next hiring cycle or the next election. But I can keep doing the science I love while I still have a bench." #ScienceWorkingLife scim.ag/4lXUwDa
July 21, 2025 at 4:19 PM
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Does anyone actually understand quantum physics?

We asked six physicists why they’re still arguing after 100 years of quantum mechanics
June 20, 2025 at 12:14 PM
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“universities contributed patents underpinning 50% of FDA-approved drugs…

NIH-funded basic science has contributed to the development of more than 90% of new medicines, vaccines, and devices…

75% of scientists in America were considering leaving the country.”

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We set out to quantify U.S. academic contributions to medicines. The results stunned even us
From 2020 to 2024, universities contributed patents underpinning 50% of FDA-approved drugs. 87% of those academic breakthroughs came from American institutions.
www.statnews.com
June 7, 2025 at 5:21 PM
Great conference at #emory for the Academy of Clinical Laboratory Physicians and Scientists ( #ACLPS ). Was terrific fun to present my work and a great honor to be one of the Young Investor with Distinction award winners. Thanks to #washu for the ongoing support. #clinicalpathology #pathology
May 31, 2025 at 4:19 PM
The later portion of this podcast explores the economic benefit of investing in research.

In brief: it is a great investment for the country

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The War Keeps Raging Against Science
Science Vs · Episode
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May 29, 2025 at 2:41 PM
WashU finances demystified and highlights the importance of federal research funding.

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Why does the government fund research at universities?
Planet Money Plus · Episode
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May 29, 2025 at 2:37 PM
Great episode on how to be an inspiring leader regardless of current position.
#AcademicChatter #AcademicSky
How to Inspire the People Around You
The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos · Episode
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February 24, 2025 at 2:52 PM
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The National Institutes of Health had to stop considering new grant applications, delaying funding for research into diseases ranging from heart disease and cancer to Alzheimer's and allergies.
NIH funding freeze stalls applications on $1.5 billion in medical research funds
The National Institutes of Health had to stop considering new grant applications, delaying funding for research into diseases ranging from heart disease and cancer to Alzheimer's and allergies.
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February 22, 2025 at 6:39 PM
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A whole generation of early career scientists and physician-scientists, including colleagues and myself, are particularly vulnerable to these funding freezes and cuts, with jobs and careers depending on federal grants.

#IDsky
#Medsky
#Episky

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U.S. early-career researchers struggling amid chaos
Uncertain funding, government firings, and distressed universities hit vulnerable groups especially hard
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February 22, 2025 at 12:08 PM
Another good summary episode the share what the current atmosphere is in academia.
#AcademicChatter #AcademicSky

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The War on Science
Science Vs · Episode
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February 22, 2025 at 2:46 PM
After an email asking for this episode, I am delighted to see it! A broader episode that also touches on how the pharmaceutical company relies on research funded by the NIH may be a great topic for @planetmoney.bsky.social

#AcademicChatter #AcademicSky #neuroskyance #Econsky
What happens when billions of dollars in research funding goes away
The Indicator from Planet Money · Episode
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February 20, 2025 at 1:56 PM
This game to help understand misinformation spreading was fun and educational. I recommend anyone spend ten minutes to play!

It was shared on Bluesky last week but I wanted to boost.
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Inoculation Science - Games - Harmony Square
A short, free-to-play online game in which players learn how political misinformation is produced and spread.
inoculation.science
February 16, 2025 at 2:44 PM
This is one of my favorite podcast episodes. It talks about polarization and disagreement with a focus on politics, but I think it can apply to conflict more broadly and has changed how I view the world. #AcademicChatter
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How to Disagree Better
The Happiness Lab with Dr. Laurie Santos · Episode
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February 16, 2025 at 2:40 PM