Orange promotional graphic for UTMB John Sealy School of Medicine, announcing the "Summer Research Program" with "Application Deadline Today" April 17, 2026. It details three session options: an 8-week session from July 13 to September 4, 2026, a 4-week session from July 13 to August 7, 2026, and a 4-week session from August 10 to September 4, 2026.

Today is the final day for JSSOM Class of 2029 students to apply for the Summer Research Program (SRP).

• 8 wks: 7/13 – 9/4, '26
• 4 wks: 7/13 – 8/7, '26
• 4 wks: 8/10 – 9/4, '26

Apply now: https://utmb.us/fi4

#UTMB #SummerResearchProgram #Research

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Laura Dickson, PhD, Assistant Professor, Department of Microbiology & Immunology, UTMB JSSOM, has been awarded a research grant from NIAID for a study on how Aedes aegypti mosquitoes adapt to hotter, drier conditions that influence their ability to transmit disease to humans. #UTMB #MedSky #MedEd

En collaboration avec :
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📍 @cnrs-dr6.bsky.social

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UTMB JSSOM associate professor Robert Cross, PhD, has received a new cooperative research agreement from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Research Service (ARS) for his project "Investigation of Nipah Virus Pathogenesis".

#UTMB #MedEd #Research #MedSky

Final week to apply for the Summer Research Program at UTMB. Dates: 8-week session from July 13 to September 4, 2026, and two 4-week sessions from July 13 to August 7, 2026, and August 10 to September 4, 2026. Application deadline is April 17, 2026. The University of Texas Medical Branch logo is displayed.

Summer Research Program (SRP) for JSSOM Class of '29 application deadline is 4/17.

• 8 wks: 7/13 – 9/4, 2026
• 4 wks: 7/13 – 8/7, 2026
• 4 wks: 8/10 – 9/4, 2026

Apply here: https://utmb.us/fi4
Learn more: https://utmb.us/fi3

#UTMB #SRP #SummerResearch #MedSchoolLife

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The Gold-Headed Cane Award is one of UTMB’s most meaningful honors, recognizing future physicians who put patients first.

Congratulations to this year’s finalists:
• Shilpa Rajagopal
• Stephen “Noah” Bowman
• Kristopher Hurst
• Gabriel Rivera
• Elysse Reyes

Proud to celebrate!
#MedSky #MedEd #UTMB

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UTMB John Sealy School of Medicine is proud to recognize Bindi Naik-Mathuria, MD, MPH, FACS, FAAP, on a new grant from the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention for her work in pediatric trauma and injury prevention, an effort to address community violence.

#UTMB #PublicHealth #PediatricSurgery

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Big news at UTMB! Shannan L. Rossi, PhD, MBA, FASTMH, Professor of Pathology, is now the first Associate Dean of Strategic Initiatives at the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences. Leading new initiatives and shaping the future. Congratulations, Dr. Rossi! #UTMB #MedEd #MedSky

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By supporting our graduates’ transition from learners to colleagues, we strengthen our teams, our mission, and the communities we serve. JSSOM clinical departments met with soon-to-be graduates in a recruitment fair for the future of patient care.

#UTMB #Healthcare #Careers #MedSky

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Tian (Tina) Wang, PhD, Professor at UTMB John Sealy School of Medicine, has been elected a 2026 Fellow of the American Academy of Microbiology.

This honor recognizes scientists whose work is advancing microbiology through impactful research and peer recognition.

#UTMB #Microbiology #MedEd

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Allergies can make everyday life uncertain. Werner Braun, PhD, at UTMB, got a new NIAID grant to use AI to understand why some proteins trigger allergic reactions, guiding better immunotherapies. Join us in congratulating Dr. Braun!

#UTMB #Research #MedEd #MedSky

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This fall, Volker Neugebauer, MD, PhD, joins UTMB John Sealy School of Medicine as Chair of Neurobiology. He brings expertise in neuroplasticity & brain health, supporting UTMB’s commitment to discovery, collaboration, and training future neuroscientists.

#UTMB #Neuroscience #MedSky #MedEd

« Puisqu’on me l’a interdit, j’y vais » : atteinte de la maladie de Lyme et d’endométriose, elle veut finir l’UTMB (Sabine Galpin Ossonce, atteinte de la #maladiedeLyme et d’ #endométriose s’est fixée comme défi de finir l’ #UTMB.

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For #WomensHistoryMonth we’re reflecting on the legacy of #UTMB’s women pioneers in medicine & the contributions that helped shape our institution and the future of healthcare.

Explore their stories in our latest blog: https://utmb.us/fhr

#MedSky #WomenInMedicine #GalvestonHistory

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Celebrating UTMB John Sealy School of Medicine faculty recognized for global health:

David Walker, MD – Walter Reed Medal
Scott Weaver, PhD, MS – Richard M. Taylor Award
Susan McLellan, MD, MPH – Martin Wolfe Mentorship Award

#UTMB #GlobalHealth #MedSky

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Some medical students already know their specialty. Others are still figuring it out. At #UTMB Specialty Fair, students connected w/ physicians & MS4s to hear what life in different fields actually feels like. Part of Road to Residency, the event explored the many paths in medicine. #MedSky #MedEd

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Staying ahead of the next outbreak starts with better questions.

Alexander N. Freiberg, PhD, professor of Pathology at UTMB John Sealy School of Medicine, studies RNA virus interactions, and now helps direct Galveston National Laboratory.

#MedSky #UTMB #MedEd

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Staying ahead of the next outbreak starts with better questions.

Alexander N. Freiberg, PhD, professor of Pathology at UTMB John Sealy School of Medicine, studies RNA virus interactions, and now helps direct Galveston National Laboratory.

#UTMB #MedThreads #MedEd

Hard work, resilience, and years of dedication all led to this Match Day moment for UTMB John Sealy School of Medicine seniors. Today marks the exciting next step as they begin their residency journeys and continue their path in medicine. 🩺

#UTMB #MatchDay2026 #MedEd #FutureDoctors #MatchDay

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A person smiling holds a sign with text indicating they matched into an OB-GYN program at BSW All Saints in Fort Worth.

A person smiling and holding a sign indicating a match with the University of Kansas‑Kansas City for Anesthesiology.

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Match Day 2026. Pure joy, big dreams, and unforgettable moments as UTMB John Sealy School of Medicine seniors discovered where their journeys in medicine will take them next, surrounded by proud family, friends, and mentors.

#UTMB #MatchDay2026 #MedEd #MatchDay

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A person standing indoors holding a sign that says "I Matched in General Surgery at UTMB".

Two smiling people standing in crowded auditorium, with one holding a sign that says "I Matched".

Match Day 2026 = unforgettable 🎉

Cheers of joy as big dreams come true for UTMB John Sealy School of Medicine seniors, celebrating alongside their biggest (and smallest) supporters. A milestone moment marking the start of incredible journeys in medicine! 🩺

#UTMB #UTMBMatch2026 #MedEd #MatchDay

Ne gâchez pas mon plaisir d’avoir le recordman de l ´ #UTMB comme supporter s’il vous plait

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Looking good, especially as Briexter have dropped points yet again! #UTMB

#Builders
#BrickFootball

On my way to the first spring mountain workout 🏃⛰️🌞

#enduranceengine #bieganie
#roadtoLA28 #utmb #roadtolemkowyna #izeryultratrail

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Herman A. Barnett III applied to UTMB in 1949, at a time when Black students faced severe limits in medical education. That single choice changed history and paved the way for generations of physicians.

Discover the full story: https://utmb.us/f8a
#BlackHistoryMonth #UTMB #MedSky

UTMB and Blue Zones Partner to Enhance Community Health in Galveston The University of Texas Medical Branch joins forces with Blue Zones to launch an initiative in Galveston, aiming to improve community well-being and health.

UTMB and Blue Zones Partner to Enhance Community Health in Galveston #United_States #Blue_Zones #Galveston #UTMB

From white coats to big hugs, the MS4 photo shoot at UTMB John Sealy School of Medicine wrapped up with a well-earned cheer.

Over 220 future physicians. One iconic moment.

#UTMB #MS4 #MedEd #MedSky

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Congratulations to Salim Hayek, MD, FAHA, FACC, Chair UTMB Internal Medicine on election to American Society for Clinical Investigation, one of the most prestigious honors for physician-scientists. His research advances patient care/mentorship to strengthen next generation of doctors. #UTMB #MedSky

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This #FacultyFriday, we spotlight Dr. Sarah Samreen, #UTMB Asst Professor of Minimally Invasive Surgery. She teaches future surgeons, leads Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery program, & even learned to ride a bike in her 30s, proof it’s never too late to take on new challenges. #MedEd #MedSky

Professional headshot of person with shoulder-length brown hair in light-color button-up shirt; Dr. Susan McLellan, professor of internal medicine at UTMB John Sealy School of Medicine.

Dr. Susan McLellan was honored by the American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene with the Martin Wolfe Mentorship Award, recognizing her longstanding commitment to training clinicians and scientists in emerging infectious diseases and outbreak response. #UTMB #MedEd #MedSky #TropicalMedicine