“The University of Toledo has a strong emphasis on research. I was able to get involved in research very early on as a freshman, which isn’t necessarily the case at much larger institutions." -Darine Schreidah, a psychology major in @socialhealthlab.bsky.social news.utoledo.edu/index.php/10...

We are hiring one to two full-time post-doctoral fellows to work on two NIMH supported studies! For more information, please see louisvilleeatlab.com/now-hiring.h.... To apply please send your CV, a cover letter, and three names of references to Dr. Levinson at cheri.levinson@louisville.edu.

Happy to share this recent pub: Non-white identities, lower income, & mistrust in research were associated with lower willingness to participate in genetic research. Increased transparency, community partnership, and equitable compensation may increase willingness link.springer.com/article/10.1...

Who is Willing to Participate in Genetic Research? Exploring Barriers and Predictors - Behavior Genetics

The lack of racial and ethnic diversity in samples used within the field of human genetics research has been well-documented. However, factors driving the under-representation of individuals who are n...

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One of the best humans you'll ever meet is hiring!!! Fantastic opportunity for folks post-bacc or post-MA to assist with innovative neuroscience research in eating disorders!

Dr. Britny Hildebrandt@drbritnyh.bsky.social · 11mo ago

📣 Exciting news - the lab is growing! I'm hiring a Research Assistant to join the lab to work on translational research examining neural mechanisms underlying binge eating and eating disorders! If you or anyone you know might be interested, please pass along! 🐀🧠 careers.upmc.com/job/22707636...

I'm late to posting this announcement this year, but I'll be reviewing applications this cycle for the Clinical Psychology PhD program at the University of Toledo. Please share with anyone interested in exploring risk factors for disordered eating. Check out BeFedLab.com for more details.

We are still accepting applications (due December 10th). Feel free to reach out with any questions. Please share with anyone on the job market this cycle!

University of Toledo Psychology@utoledopsych.bsky.social · last yr.

📣 We’re hiring! Tenure-track position open in the Department of Psychology to support our Clinical and/or Experimental Psychology PhD programs. Apply today! 🧠 #AcademicJobs #PsychScience Please share widely! careers.utoledo.edu/cw/en-us/job...

My lab, the BeFed Lab, has (finally) made the jump to BlueSky! Give us a follow if you'd like to stay up to date on the happenings within our lab!

BeFed Lab@befedlab.bsky.social · last yr.

Hi BlueSky! We’re the BeFed (Biological and Environmental Factors underlying Eating Disorders) Lab. Located in @utoledopsych.bsky.social, our research group is interested in exploring the complex factors that influence eating behaviors. Excited to connect, share science, and join the conversation!

Come join our team in Toledo! 🎉 The Psychology Department is excited to welcome a new colleague to support our Clinical and Experimental Psychology PhD programs. Please share will anyone on the job market this cycle!

University of Toledo Psychology@utoledopsych.bsky.social · last yr.

📣 We’re hiring! Tenure-track position open in the Department of Psychology to support our Clinical and/or Experimental Psychology PhD programs. Apply today! 🧠 #AcademicJobs #PsychScience Please share widely! careers.utoledo.edu/cw/en-us/job...

So grateful to the teens who shared their experiences with us to help develop the Co-occurring Insecurities Model, a new working theoretical model to explain the link between #foodinsecurity and #bingeeating. Full text: authors.elsevier.com/a/1loUMiVKTo...

Are you applying to a PhD in Clinical or Counseling Psychology? Here is a list of mentors who are taking students. Please circulate widely so all applicants can benefit 🤓. And if you are a PI recruiting students, please don't forget to add your name! docs.google.com/spreadsheets...

Accepting Clinical or Counselling Psychology Grad Student?

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The Department of Agriculture announced this week that it will stop collecting data about food insecurity in the U.S. Experts say the move will obscure the effects of recent changes that will lead to people losing food aid. #FoodPolicy #News

USDA cancels survey tracking how many Americans struggle to get enough food

The Department of Agriculture said it will end a longstanding annual food insecurity survey. Experts say the move will obscure the effects of recent changes that will lead to people losing food aid.

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Congratulations @emilyacademia.bsky.social on this milestone! 🙌 This pub is a testament to your hard work and perseverance. It was an honor to work with you- can't wait to see where your research takes you next!

Emily Ferrer@emilyacademia.bsky.social · last yr.

Finally published! 🎉 So excited to share my first first authored paper focused on parental intergenerational weight and shape communication. Big thank you to @soconnorphd.bsky.social for her amazing mentorship, wisdom, and guidance! rdcu.be/eAFeX

I'll take any happy news I can find these days... and this was very happy news to wake up to this morning! 😊 news.utoledo.edu/index.php/02....

a quick drafted email template folks can use: docs.google.com/document/d/1... #episky

Email Template

SUBJECT: Oppose Harmful NIH Actions Dear ___________, I am writing to urge you to publicly oppose the Trump administration’s recent harmful actions and nominations targeting the National Institutes...

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Dr. Lucky Tran@luckytran.com · 2y ago

Some actions to oppose Trump’s NIH freezes: ➡️ Contact your electeds and urge them speak up ➡️ Demand your electeds oppose the nominations of RFK as HHS head and Bhattacharya as NIH head ➡️ Sign a group letter opposing the nominations ➡️ Stage a protest outside your lab/work

IT’S THAT TIME OF YEAR! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ @cherilev.bsky.social and the EAT Lab team are hiring SUMMER INTERNS to work with us in 2025! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Interested in learning more?! Check out our website: louisvilleeatlab.com/now-hiring.html We look forward to reviewing your materials!

Now hiring!

Summer Intern Eating Anxiety Treatment (EAT) Lab Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences University of Louisville Dr. Levinson, the Director of the Eating Anxiety Treatment (EAT) Lab at the...

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Excited to share our infographic and social media toolkit based on our ( @sambedard.bsky.social @cherilev.bsky.social @uofleatlab.bsky.social & Project HEAL) recent paper on barriers to eating disorder treatment access! Check out the social media toolkit here: www.theprojectheal.org/reportedbarr...

Will be drip feeding some of my research in the coming weeks to (re)introduce myself to folks on here! Going to start with this one where a bunch of us wrote about the impact of white supremacy in body image research and practice: doi.org/10.1016/j.bo...

Anyone else for the eating disorder field starter pack? go.bsky.app/Fsn93mM

✨I'm recruiting a PhD student to join me at the University of Toledo starting in Fall 2025. Please share with those who may be interested in exploring risk factors for disordered eating✨ Note my new affiliation as many resources likely list me at my prior institution Applications due December 1st!