UTSW Science

What do humans and songbirds have in common? Todd Roberts, Ph.D., and his lab examine zebra finch speech patterns, which could lead to insights on how human language is learned. bit.ly/43AO6Ej

Get ready to celebrate the stars of Clinical Research Professionals Day! Hear from the 2024 Best Research Billing Compliance – Team Award winners as they share what this day means and why their work makes a difference. bit.ly/4mrHXl1

On April 28, UT Southwestern will celebrate Clinical Research Professionals Day, recognizing the CRPs whose work advances innovation, patient care, and education every day. Hear from 2024 Team Spirit Award recipient Lina Gonzalez Duarte as she shares what CRP Day means to her.

Mark your calendars, Clinical Professional Researchers Day has been rescheduled for Tuesday, April 28! Come celebrate the CRPs whose work advances innovation, patient care, and education every day. bit.ly/4c816oJ

Take an in-depth look at cancer under the ‘scope. At #UTSW, scientists are using cutting-edge microscopy to dive into tumor cell mechanics—capturing microtubule “highways” (orange) and mitochondrial powerhouses (blue). Learn more: bit.ly/43AO6Ej

Attending #ADAA2026 in Chicago? Don’t miss our session “Treatment of Depression in People with Substance Use Disorders: From Medications to Neuromodulation.” Explore practical, evidence-based strategies and emerging treatments for complex co-occurring conditions. @UTSW_Psychiatry

Supported early by the Dedman Award, Maria Florian-Rodriguez, M.D., built the foundation for her research program, leading to key collaborations and preliminary data that have since resulted in multiple NIH-funded projects. Learn more: bit.ly/4lZBzl4 #FLICR2026

Real impact happens when collaboration leads the way. UTSW's Joseph Guillory presents how bridging research, practice, and community can create meaningful change. @UTSW_Psychiatry, @SRChildren_

Examining epigenetic regulation in neurodevelopment, Jiang Wu, Ph.D., hopes that her lab’s research can inform and help develop therapeutic treatments for neural development, autism disorders, and pediatric brain cancer. Learn more: bit.ly/4bp52RL #UTSWMeetTheMinds

New discoveries. National recognition. Real impact. The 2026 edition of Discovery @ UT Southwestern highlights collaborative science driving breakthroughs at #UTSW. Explore more: bit.ly/43AO6Ej

UT-StARR is shaping the next generation of physician-scientists through mentored research training in heart, lung, and blood health. See how Mercy Ude, M.D., benefited — and how you can too. Learn more about the UT-StARR program: bit.ly/3NRQwJ0

Integrating translational and clinical approaches to understand diseases in pregnancy, Manish Jha, M.D., will be presenting his research on the utility of GLP-1Ras and neuromodulation at #FLICR2026. Learn more about opportunites at @UTSWBrain: bit.ly/4t66bU8

In the Phillips Lab, Margaret Phillips, Ph.D., Chair of Biochemistry, and her team are working to develop therapeutic defenses against the malaria parasite. Learn more: bit.ly/4rDu8kt #UTSWMeetTheMinds

UTSW's leading computational psychiatrist will share new research on improving care for individuals living with bipolar disorder. Join her for insights on treatments, challenges, and opportunities for better support. #EPA2026

Supported by the KL2 Clinical Scholars Program, Eric Ortigoza, M.D., focuses his research on neonatal gastrointestinal motility and feeding intolerance in preterm infants. Learn more about clinical research scholarships at UTSW: bit.ly/4sGiU00 #FLICR2026

Looking forward to hearing the @ASBMB President, and @UTSWMedCenter Vice Provost and Dean of Basic Research, Dr. Joan Conaway's welcome address. Come visit us at Exhibitor booth #225.

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Looking forward to presenting and sharing ideas with peers to enhance #postdocs training. #NPA2026AC

Viruses can’t replicate alone — they hijack our cells to make the proteins they need to spread. #UTSW researchers are exploring how viral RNA bypasses our cells’ quality checks, paving the way for more targeted antiviral treatments. Learn more: bit.ly/4bWp4Uh #RNA

Many people believe the myth that eating disorders are caused by character features such as vanity. #UTSW expert Carrie McAdams explains these complex medical conditions – not choices – and that healing often includes prioritizing safety. bit.ly/4qLzVEc #PatientCare