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We are thrilled to announce our new preprint from the wonderful @sorayavillaseca.bsky.social
Ever wondered how cells squeeze through tiny spaces in embryos?
Neural crest cells use Dynein to transport their nucleus along microtubules.
Check out the preprint!!
www.biorxiv.org/content/10.6...
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Going to @socdevbio.bsky.social meeting in Vegas? Do you also play jazz? If you’re interested in playing some live jazz with fellow SDB members in Vegas, DM me here.
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@dias-andre.bsky.social On the importance of basic research in Reproductive Biology #ReproBio and the need to fund their interface. With @dias-andre.bsky.social and @InamdarManeesha
academic.oup.com/molehr/artic...
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Abstract. ART has transformed clinical practice but still faces modest success rates, poorly defined implantation conditions, and persistent gaps in unders
The next cohort of the International Course on Developmental Biology is currently accepting applications until 30 July 2026.
biodesarrollo.unab.cl/how-to-apply
Elena Scarpa & The Squeezable Cells Lab
Dave Matus
Alfonso Martinez Arias
🚀 Ever considered a scientific career beyond academia?
🔬 On June 11, we'll explore the career paths of lab managers and staff scientists—essential professionals who connect science, management, and innovation. Join us to discover new career opportunities! 👩🔬✨
📢 We are looking for a Junior Group Leader to join us at @institutcurie.bsky.social!
Having joined the department just over a year ago, I can honestly say that it is an exceptionally stimulating and supportive scientific environment, filled with outstanding colleagues — all in the heart of Paris.
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Vote for a @dev-journal.bsky.social cover from the 2025 Quintay International Course on Developmental Biology
We’re excited to launch a cover competition to select an image from the 2025 cohort of @devbioquintay.bsky.social. Voting closes on 24 June 2026.
thenode.biologists.com/vote-for-a-d...
✨Rare model organisms can teach us how to build a body differently. In snail embryos blastomeres can be as big as the rest of the embryo! 🐌Phrontis vibex blastula stained for tubulin (gray), phalloidin (blue) and histone (magenta). 🔬
#ModelMonday #DevBio
📸: Clemens Cabernard
Our latest: Minimal essential requirements for neural tube self-organisation
How does a single cell give rise to a tissue with the right cell types in the right proportions?
We deconstruct and rebuild a self-organising tissue from first principles
A thread🧵
www.biorxiv.org/content/10.6...
Browse through the gallery of the 9 images and vote for your favourite by Wednesday, 24 June 2026.
The reliable generation of diverse cell types in precise proportions is essential for the formation of functional tissues during embryonic development. Three-dimensional organoid models derived from p...
All forms and documents should be in ENGLISH Send to [email protected] the following documents (no enquires should be sent to this e-mail, for further information see “INFORMATION”) • Applicatio...
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This week I'll be live-posting #EED2026 from this account, mute if you don't want to see posts about Evo-Devo, weird animals and exciting results.
https://www.evodevoconference26.com/
Society for Developmental Biology
James Briscoe
The European Society for Evolutionary Developmental Biology is delighted to welcome you to the 10th biennial meeting, to be held at the University of Glasgow from June 9th - 12th in 2026.
