"Without their contributions, so many physiological abnormalities wouldn't be discovered." 🐭❤️ 2025 SSR Repro BioArt winner Avery Hlavacek highlights why we must acknowledge & appreciate the animal models driving human health forward.
Epivara had a great time in Indy! Epivara is dedicated to bringing about epic change in how we manage animal reproduction. That means no more spay or neuter surgeries for pets, safer and more painless reproductive management for farm animals, and less stress for the people who care for them.
How do you turn a bovine embryo into a 3D dataset? 🔬✨ 2025 SSR Repro BioArt winner Dr. Lyda Yuliana Parra Forero breaks down how confocal Z-stacks, F-actin, & nuclei staining help us understand cell compaction & differentiation in early development.
Science, community, and a little high-speed fun! 🏎️ Having a blast connecting, learning, and celebrating at the SSR 59th Annual Meeting. 📍 Back to the Future, Foundational Knowledge for Future Innovations Tag us in your conference photos using #SSR2026 to be featured! 📸
📣 Calling all SSR Trainees! 🧬 The SSR Trainee Journal Club is looking for volunteers to present. Share your 2026 published work and talk about navigating the publishing process in an informal, trainee-led virtual space. 🤝 Sign up to present: https://tinyurl.com/ssrtjc
Are your lab's biomarkers a true biological computation, or just a human observation? Dr. Corey Maley uses tree rings to break down the massive distinction between what matters to us, and what matters to the organism. 🌳🔬 Check out the new episode!
Rooms still available at the JW Marriott for the nights of July 18 - July 22. Book today through the hotel website (https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/indjw-jw-marriott-indianapolis/overview/). Contact info@ssr.org with any questions. We look forward to welcoming you to Indy! #SSR2026
Think a computer has to be made of silicon? Think again. Dr. Corey Maley shares the story of a gravity-powered computer made of wooden Tinkertoys to explain why biological tissue can literally be a computer, too. 🪵🧬
Why did evolution choose analog computation over digital? Because in biology, a single digital error means total failure. Dr. Corey Maley explains why nature built brains and cells to be highly error-tolerant analog computers. 🧠 💻
SSR mourns the passing of Past President Susan Stevens Suarez, PhD (2012–2013), Professor Emeritus at Cornell. Recognized worldwide for pioneering sperm research, she will be remembered for her deep commitment to mentorship and service. We extend our condolences to her family and colleagues.
🔬✨ Science meets art! Now, the power is in your hands to help select the winners. 🗳️ Cast your vote in the comments! ⏱️ Deadline: Voting ends next week on July 1! Browse the gallery, support your fellow colleagues, and tell us in the comments which image caught your eye!
The clock is ticking! ⏳This is your LAST CALL to enter the #ReproBioArt2026 Contest! Don’t let your stunning research sit hidden in a folder—showcase your masterpiece to the global reproductive biology community. #SSR2026 #ScienceArt #BioArt
Last chance to reconnect and spark new innovations? 🔬 The 59th Annual SSR Meeting is heading to Indianapolis, IN, this July 19–22! Stay in the heart of the action and support SSR by booking the host hotel. See you in Indy! 👋 https://ssr.org/events/2026-annual-meeting/ #SSR2026
Where biology meets the brush. 🖌️ Submit your most captivating reproductive biology images to the #ReproBioArt2026 contest! Show the world the beauty of your research. Learn more and submit your image by Monday, June 22:https://ssr.org/reprobioart-contest/ #SSR2026 #ScienceArt #ReproBioArt
🚨 DEADLINE EXTENDED! You now have until June 22nd to submit your most impactful scientific images to the ReproBioArt contest! Don’t miss your chance to showcase the stunning beauty behind your reproductive data. 🔬Learn More: https://ssr.org/reprobioart-contest/ #SSR2026
The SSR Trainee Journal Club is back on June 16, from 12:00-1:00 PM ET! Join a fully trainee-led, informal space dedicated to fostering open discussion and community building. Secure your spot: https://ssr.org/events/upcoming-events/trainee-journal-club-series-session-6/ #SSRTrainees #JournalClub
🚨 Less than a week left! The room block deadline for the 2026 SSR Annual Meeting is Wednesday, June 17. Lock in our exclusive $239/night rate at the JW Marriott Indianapolis to stay right in the heart of the action this July.
Excellence in reproductive biology, captured in a single frame. 📸 We’re looking for the most visually stunning bio-art of the year. Is the winner sitting on your hard drive right now? Learn more and submit your images in the comments. #SSR2026 #ScienceArt #reprobioart2026
Ready to dive deep into the latest breakthroughs in reproductive biology? 🧬 The #SSR2026 Focus Sessions are designed to bring you specialized insights from leading global experts. Don't miss out on these high-impact discussions. #SSR2026 #ReproBio #ScienceBluesky #ReproductiveHealth
The history of science is a cemetery of ideas that were once considered "the ultimate truth." 🪦 Dr. Dan Nicholson warns that our current obsession with framing biology through the lens of Large Language Models (LLMs) may be just the latest cycle of scientific arrogance. 💻🧬
We apologize for the recent downtime on the Reprobioart website. Our technical difficulties have been resolved, and the site is now fully back up and running! Thank you for your patience and understanding. 🙌 Submit an image today at: https://ssr.org/reprobioart-contest/ #SSR2026
Want to see your work on the big screen? 🏆 Winners of #ReproBioArt2026 will be honored at the SSR Annual Meeting Awards Ceremony in Indy! Submit your entry today. Learn more and submit your image in comments #SSR2026 #ScienceArt #Reproduction
Previous winners have set the bar high—can you top them? 🌟 Submit your masterpiece to the #ReproBioArt2026 contest and secure your spot in the spotlight. Learn more and submit your image today: https://ssr.org/reprobioart-contest/ #SSR2026 #ScienceArt #Reproduction #BioArt
We are excited to announce and celebrate the newest members of the 2026 SSR Board of Directors. Vice President Elect, Humphrey Yao, PhD Director, Niamh Forde Director, Karen Schindler Junior Trainee Representative, Julia Balough Congratulations!
"If you've seen one electron, you've seen them all. But if you've seen one tiger, you haven't seen them all." 🐅 Dr. Dan Nicholson perfectly breaks down the fundamental rift between physics and biology. Physics craves the universal; biology is bound to the local. 🧪
Is evolutionary biology an engineer or a tinkerer? 🛠️ Dr. Dan Nicholson argues that Richard Dawkins' famous "Blind Watchmaker" metaphor might actually be misguiding the public. Darwin didn't use machine analogies—he studied pigeon breeders. 🕊️
Where Midwestern heart meets world-class energy. 🤝✨Indianapolis is a city that effortlessly blends culture, sports, vibrant nightlife, and outdoor life—making it the perfect backdrop for the #SSR2026 Annual Meeting! Don't miss out on top-tier science and an incredible host city.
Every cell tells a story, and every image reveals a secret. 🧬 Share your visual journey through reproductive biology with #ReproBioArt2026. Learn more and submit your image today: https://ssr.org/reprobioart-contest/ #SSR2026 #ScienceArt #Reproduction #BioArt
Ready to reconnect and spark new innovations? 🔬 The 59th Annual SSR Meeting is heading to Indianapolis, IN, this July 19–22! Stay in the heart of the action and support SSR by booking the host hotel. See you in Indy! 👋 https://ssr.org/events/2026-annual-meeting/ #SSR2026
Science isn't just about facts; it's about the awe of discovery. ✨ Show us the "Aha!" moment in your research through the #ReproBioArt2026 contest. Learn more and submit your image today: https://ssr.org/reprobioart-contest/ #SSR2026 #ScienceArt #Reproduction #BioArt
