Kristin A. Altwegg, Ph.D.
@drkristina.bsky.social
Runner | Reader | Cancer Researcher | Traveller | Dog Mom | Foodie | Breast and Gynecologic Cancer Researcher | Pluviophile | Nature Lover
We want to take a moment to talk about tariffs because honestly, we didn’t realize how bad it was getting until we started comparing notes with friends and family. Stores across the country are already raising prices, and some of the increases are steep.
United by Cancer Research: One Mission. One Voice. May is National Cancer Research Month. We invite you to join the AACR and others in this global initiative to highlight the lifesaving impact of cancer research. AACR.org/NCRM #NCRM25 #UnitedByCancerResearch
@theaacr.bsky.social #AACR2025 I was honored to co-chair the “microRNAs and other noncoding RNAs” session at AACR Chicago. Fantastic talks about small molecule inhibitors and novel targets regulating miRNA function/EV transport and lincRNA activity that could lead to novel RNA medicine for cancer.
Cancer Research Saves lives - you better believe it! #AACR25
"It is critically important that we raise our voices in support of innovative cancer science and medicine." AACR President Patricia M. LoRusso, DO, PhD (hc), FAACR, calls on the #AACR25 delegates to stand together and call on Congress to make cancer research a national priority.
The Biology Department at the University of Nebraska at Omaha will be hosting a public panel discussion about Dire wolf "de-extinction" on May 7 at 7 PM. If you are in town, we'd love to have you join us! events.unomaha.edu/event/dire-w...
Dire Wolf De-Extinction: Exploring the Science and Ethics of Resurrecting Extinct Species
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A Phase I/II trial shows early promise in intercepting cancer in people with Lynch syndrome, our Dr. Jason Willis presented at #AACR25. Learn more: bit.ly/4iNWGDL @drjawillis.bsky.social @theaacr.bsky.social #EndCancer
AACR Science Education Committee Chair Brian M. Rivers welcomed local high school students to a special program at #AACR25. The students will learn about cancer biology and prevention, hear from AACR Immediate Past President M. Patricia LoRusso, tour poster sessions, and network with top scientists.
Participated in #AACR25 program for high school students! For me, this is the largest group I have seen! Congratulations to all these young scientists! Drs. LoRuso and Rivers have amazing comments! @theaacr.bsky.social @pblsanchis.bsky.social @greisha-ortiz.bsky.social @hmguevara.bsky.social
#AACR25 Program Chairs Matthew Vander Heiden and Lillian Siu recognized more than 170 recipients of AACR Scholar-in-Training Awards. These outstanding early-career investigators were honored for their meritorious research. #AACRScholars #AACRGlobalScholars
Stay connected during #AACR25 by following our Social Media Ambassadors as they share their unique perspectives on the AACR Annual Meeting. You can join the conversation and highlight the exciting science presented by using the official meeting hashtag.
Yesterday was an inspiring day at #AACR25, as the cancer research community came together in Chicago to drive progress in cancer science and medicine.
had the absolute honor today to introduce the #AACR25 Awardee for Outstanding Achievement in Basic Cancer Research, Dr. Han Liang!!! @mdanderson.bsky.social @theaacr.bsky.social @drkatiec.bsky.social @greisha-ortiz.bsky.social @pblsanchis.bsky.social @hmguevara.bsky.social
So excited to showcase my postdoctoral work today at #AACR25 !!! #drugrepurposing #bioassay #earlydrugdiscovery #cancerresearch @pblsanchis.bsky.social @greisha-ortiz.bsky.social @drkatiec.bsky.social @theaacr.bsky.social
The latest episode of Believe in Progress takes you inside the 2024 AACR @Philly_Marathon with Jim Marino, Bill Rodgers, Rachael Ringer, Todd Wiseman, and Coleen McMahon, sharing inspiring stories of resilience and advocacy in the fight against cancer. Listen here: www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...
Huge congratulations to Doug Hanahan for the 2025 Pezcoller Foundation-AACR International Award for Extraordinary Achievement in Cancer Research 🎉 A well-deserved honor for such an incredible scientist, inspiring leader & generous mentor! @theaacr.bsky.social #cancer #research 🧪 brnw.ch/21wRfD0
AACR President-Elect Lillian Siu kicked off the AACR Foundation #Runners4Research 5K at #AACR25. More than 850 AACR members and local runners joined together to raise funds to support innovative cancer research.
Warmest congratulations to Douglas Hanahan for receiving the 2025 Pezcoller Foundation-AACR Award An incredibly well-deserved honor for a remarkable scientist, exceptional leader, and generous mentor 👏👏 @theaacr.bsky.social @ludwigcancer.bsky.social #AACR25
Our Chief Scientific Officer at the American Cancer Society, Bill Dahut, discusses the annual report that was released today. @goodmorningamerica.bsky.social @acscan.bsky.social www.goodmorningamerica.com/wellness/vid...
American Cancer Society releases annual report
Dr. William Dahut, the chief scientific officer at the American Cancer Society, discusses this year's findings — including that certain cancers are more likely to be seen in women and younger ad...
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If you don’t know me well…I love socks. So if YOU love socks stop by AACR Central at #AACR25 donate $4 to #AACRFoundation and get these beauties!!! #runners4research @theaacr.bsky.social @drkatiec.bsky.social @pblsanchis.bsky.social @greisha-ortiz.bsky.social @hmguevara.bsky.social
Day 3 of #AACR25 !!!! Almost 22,000 cancer researchers have come together to share ideas! The opening of the exhibit halls and poster sessions is exhilarating! @theaacr.bsky.social @pblsanchis.bsky.social @greisha-ortiz.bsky.social
Day 2 of #AACR25 !!! Epic participation for the #runners4research 5K then spent the day with 380+ undergrad cancer scientists,THEN talked about #AACRAMC early career professional development! @theaacr.bsky.social @drkatiec.bsky.social @pblsanchis.bsky.social @greisha-ortiz.bsky.social
@drhursty.bsky.social It was so nice to meet you at AACR for the Grant Writing Session! Hope to catch up with you again!
Ran the #AACR #runners4research 5K this morning with #AACRAMC run team!!!! What an amazing way to start Day2!!!! Next goal: sub 9min mile!! @theaacr.bsky.social @pblsanchis.bsky.social @greisha-ortiz.bsky.social
Kicking off #AACR25 with the Professional Development Session on Grant Writing! Extremely proud to be a member of the largest cancer research organization in the world! #AACRAMC @theaacr.bsky.social @drkatiec.bsky.social @greisha-ortiz.bsky.social @pblsanchis.bsky.social @hmguevara.bsky.social
Harvard University stands to lose billions in federal funding, but the government’s actions against one of the world’s top research institutions were applied with vague accusations and no proof of specific legal violations, documents show.
Trump’s freeze on $2.2 billion to Harvard provided no proof of wrongdoing
The Trump administration skipped over requirements, including offering to hold a hearing, when applying financial penalties related to civil rights violations.
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