If you have ever undergone surgery or a minor procedure, you are likely experienced the benefits of anesthesia. But do you know how anesthesia works to block pain in the body? Learn the science behind anesthesia and how NIGMS-funded research is making progress in improving our understanding of this treatment. Check out the link in the comments. #Anesthesia #Anesthesiologist #BasicResearch
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The National Institute of General Medical Sciences (NIGMS) supports basic research that increases our understanding of biological processes and lays the foundation for advances in disease diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. NIGMS-funded scientists investigate how living systems work at a range of levels—from molecules and cells to tissues and organs—in research organisms, humans, and populations. Additionally, to ensure the vitality and continued productivity of the research enterprise, NIGMS provides leadership in training the next generation of scientists, enhancing the diversity of the scientific workforce, and developing research capacity throughout the country. NIGMS is part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the principal medical research agency of the federal government and a component of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
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“Outreach is very important to me—showing students of all backgrounds that they can exist in science is something I’m very passionate about,” says Dr. Glenn Gilyot, Ph.D., assistant professor at Hampden-Sydney College. NIGMS programs supported his own journey in science, helping him launch a successful career in research focusing on fluorescent molecules that can act as sensors in the body. End of
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One woman leader founded #STEMLIKEAGIRL to channel her passion for bringing more girls into STEM. Another trains her students to be change agents for innovation on their college campus, preparing them for future careers in invention and entrepreneurship. Still another cultivates curiosity about plants and their potential to ease pain and cure disease. Tune in virtually to hear their stories, along with those of other leading women in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) at our next Women’s Entrepreneurship (WE) event: https://bit.ly/3Ve2DQk
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Dr. Glenn Gilyot, Ph.D., an assistant professor of chemistry at Hampden-Sydney College, studies how to use fluorescent molecules as sensors for monitoring the body for signs of disease. Outside the lab, he’s passionate about encouraging future researchers to follow their curiosities in science-related careers. Check out the link in the comments for more about Dr. Gilyot’s research, science outreach, and the support of NIGMS programs toward his career in the latest Biomedical Beat blog post. #ScienceCareer #STEMEducation #Chemistry
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June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month. The human brain is an intricate mystery that researchers are still striving to understand. To gain more insight into brain processes, scientists often peer into the brains of research organisms such as fruit flies and mice for studying diseases like cancer, diabetes, Alzheimer’s, and more. In this Biomedical Beat blog post, we showcase a slideshow of images and videos from NIGMS-supported researchers investigating the secrets of the brain. Check it out through the link in the comments. #ResearchOrganisms #BrainAwarenessMonth #AlzheimersAwareness
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On 06/20 Director of the National Institute of General Medical Sciences (NIGMS) Division of Training, Workforce Development, and Diversity, Dr. Alison Gammie, will join The National Institutes of Health #COSWD’s June #SWDSS to discuss strategies that create equity and inclusion within the scientific workforce. Click the link to join #COSWD’s upcoming #SWDSS to learn about the impact of institutions that foster cultures of inclusive excellence: https://lnkd.in/evSXG9aC
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Many scientists study the DNA of nonhuman organisms. Thanks to similarities across the genomes of living things, this research can help us better understand human health and disease. It also enables us to learn about other organisms’ unique abilities, such as regrowing lost limbs. Check out our latest Biomedical Beat blog post for more on how scientists study genes. go.nih.gov/yRTiXGr #Genetics #Genomics #DNA #STEMEducation
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Have you ever wondered how scientists study genes? They have a wide variety of tools and techniques, such as DNA sequencing and genome editing. These enable them to make discoveries about genes’ functions, connections to traits, and much more. #Genetics #STEM #STEMEducation
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