It was an honor to host John Ngai and Crystal Lantz at the Allen Institute to discuss recent advancements from the BRAIN CONNECTS program, supported by the NIH.

The #studyBRAIN Initiative has been truly transformative in advancing our understanding of the brain.

Celebrating #BrainAwarenessWeek at BrainFest with the Pacific Science Center was incredible. Events like this reflect our commitment to big, open, team science and making discovery something everyone can be part of.

Thanks to our partners, volunteers, and everyone who brought #BrainFest to life.

Thanks to Jessie Thomas, @donasarkar.bsky.social, Abhijet Rajagopal, @chantelpratphd.bsky.social, and Christof Koch for bringing your insights and energy to our #SXSW2026 sessions.

What an energizing week at #SXSW2026!

Our team led an amazing panel on the future of science with AI and an inspiring talk on consciousness, reaching new audiences across fields and helping build a bigger tent for discovery.

Honored to hear Dr. Tracy Johnson during our #BlackHistoryMonth Speaker Series.

In addition to her research, she spoke about her work to support and keep students of color in life sciences. Talent is everywhere, but opportunity is not. As a field, we must do more. Thank you to BASE for organizing.

At the @alleninstitute.org, women lead our big projects across neuroscience, cell biology, and immunology, driving breakthroughs and inspiring the next generation to dream big. From the bench to the boardroom, they are shaping the future of scientific discovery. #IDWGIS

Both chambers of Congress have now passed the FY26 minibus with NIH provisions. The President will sign.

(1) $48.7 billion for NIH
(2) Full IDC recovery
(3) No more multi-year funding
(4) No NIH reorganization, maintaining the current IC structure.

BG GRC Oath: I acknowledge that the go/no-go model of the BG was useful but it is outdated and incorrect, or at least incomplete. I pledge not to use the go/no-go model as a strawman to motivate my work.

Taking the #GRCBasalGanglia Oath ✋🏼

I acknowledge that the go/no-go model of the BG was useful but it is outdated and incorrect, or at least incomplete. I pledge not to use the go/no-go model as a strawman to motivate my work.

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#GRCBasalGanglia co-chairs 4 life 🫶🏼

In 2025, our efforts #AtAllenInstitute drove remarkable breakthroughs in life sciences.

Proud of the teams and collaborators who make this work possible and support our quest to understand life for a healthier world.

Joint Session / Gov. Bob Ferguson State-of-the-State Address - TVW The Washington State Senate and House of Representatives convene in the House Floor Chamber to receive Gov. Bob Ferguson's State-of-the-State address.

Thank you @governorferguson.bsky.social for spotlighting Washington’s vibrant scientific ecosystem in the #StateOfTheState address.

Proud to see @alleninstitute.org recognized as part of a globally recognized community working to make our world healthier.

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20 years of the Neurobiology of Action team! The science has been exciting, but the real joy has been watching people grow and building projects together.

From big discoveries to daily moments of curiosity and teamwork, this community has been our greatest achievement.

Last night Adam Kampff, the glue, the light, the catalyst, the builder, the smile, left us. He and his work transformed the lives of many labs, scientists, students. He inspired and was generous to his last transformation, working tirelessly to set up a foundation to continue the work.Thank you!

Scientists complete first drafts of developing mammalian brain cell atlases New research reveals how early brains form and the critical periods that could help diagnose and treat brain disease.

Congrats to the global BICAN consortium for releasing the most detailed developmental maps of the mammalian brain to date. This achievement, supported by the NIH's #studyBRAIN Initiative, provides powerful tools for understanding brain development. #ScienceMatters

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From Datasets to AI Data Dreams | Refik Anadol on Science Matters YouTube video by Allen Institute

Watch Refik's inspiring talk on our YouTube. www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fpb7...

Grateful to our new artist-in-residence Refik Anadol for visiting the @alleninstitute.org and sharing his vision for blending art, science, and tech.

His talk was a reminder that data is more than numbers. It can spark curiosity, creativity, and connection. Excited for what’s next. #ScienceMatters

Open Science Accelerates Discovery and is Critical for Trust in Science Science has been a driving force behind major advances in health, technology, and the quality of our everyday lives. From life-saving medical treatments to innovations that shape our daily experiences...

Science has been a driving force behind major advances in health, technology, and the quality of our everyday lives. Yet, we find ourselves at a time when trust in science is being tested.

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This World Mental Health Day, I’m reflecting on the science, people, and shared responsibility to build a future where mental health is supported and prioritized.

Understanding the brain and the physiological mechanisms behind mental health is important to confront mental health challenges.

New study reveals rheumatoid arthritis begins long before symptoms, opening door to prevention The seven-year study reveals early-warning signs that could help doctors catch the disease before it starts, potentially saving patients years of pain and disability.

Our latest immunology study reveals rheumatoid arthritis begins silently attacking the immune system years before symptoms appear.

This 7-year study is team science at its best. It opens the door to preventing RA before it begins and better patient outcomes.

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It was my honor to host Consul General Eunji Seo from the Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in Seattle for tours of our open science facilities and discussions about future partnerships. 🇰🇷🇺🇸

Both science and art are driven by curiosity, creativity, and a desire to understand our world. #AtAllenInstitute, we celebrate the role creativity plays in scientific discovery. Here's an excerpt from an insightful discussion I had with Scott Stulen, CEO of @seattleartmuseum.bsky.social.

Collaboration Expands Research Tool to Help Crack the Code on Parkinson’s and Other Neurodegenerative Diseases A new view of Parkinson’s disease

Thanks to our partnership with @asapresearch.parkinsonsroadmap.org, the ABC Atlas now includes Parkinson’s disease data.

This gives everyone a powerful tool for decoding how diseases like Parkinson’s & Alzheimer’s affect the brain.

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Allen Institute names Sarah Norris Hall as next Chief Financial Officer Norris Hall’s experience and insight into financial operations will help enable and propel transformative science at the Allen Institute.

I’m incredibly excited to welcome Sarah Norris Hall as the new Chief Financial Officer of the @alleninstitute.org! Sarah is a passionate and dedicated leader with a proven record of stewardship and impact.

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Scientists can now target the cells at the center of ALS For the first time ever, scientists have developed a precise genetic toolkit that can target the exact nerve cells destroyed by ALS—a discovery that...

Today is #ALSAwarenessDay, a day to raise awareness of a disease that devastates lives.

At @alleninstitute.org, we've developed a genetic toolkit that acts like a GPS system, precisely targeting neurons destroyed by ALS & offering new paths to study the disease and, potentially, deliver therapies.

Science education is important not just for educating the next generation of science leaders, but also for enriching the minds of the next generation of leaders in all areas of our society.

June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month. At @alleninstitute.org, we're mapping the disease at the cellular level and sharing the data with the world.

Join us on 6/5 for a webinar with AARP and @uwmedicine.bsky.social to explore the latest in our brain aging research.

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I'm excited to announce the opening of our new education laboratory!

This purpose-built space is designed to inspire students by offering hands-on experiences with real-world scientific techniques.

Our goal is to ignite curiosity and foster a love for science through interactive learning.

Always a pleasure catching up with the impressive alumni network of the @alleninstitute.org. Their continued dedication to big, collaborative, and open science across the world is a testament to the foundations built here.

Congrats to the Cell Science team at @AllenInstitute.org for launching CellScapes. By combining our expertise in 3D cellular organization, imaging methods, and computational frameworks, this boundary-pushing moonshot could change our understanding of how cells form organs.

#CellBiology

Pictured above: Me with my PhD mentor Alcino Silva and my PhD opponent Domingos Henrique on the day of my PhD defense