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Associate Professor @EmoryMedicine . We study how inflammation, HIV therapies, and substance use impact the 🧠 l ထ l she/they l👩🏾‍🔬l👩‍👦l ♠️ l 🥊

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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
1 year
I am excited to announce the Williams Lab is moving to @EmoryMedicine in January 2024! I'll be starting as an Associate Professor in @PharmChemBio and looking forward to continuing our HIV, substance use, and ART metabolism and BBB/CNS disposition work
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
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After giving a talk today a PhD student told me I was only the 3rd black speaker he’d seen in 5 years of being in the program. It’s really sad to hear that. We’re out here, seminar series need to do better!
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
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it's wild to be on the same F31 review panel that 10 years ago gave me harsh critiques for "receiving too many A-'s in undergraduate studies". what a privilege to be in the place to make a change for the next generation trying to get their first NIH grants
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
3 years
Two year anniversary of being an Assistant Professor! In that time we: hired the most amazing people, converted K99 into R00, secured a R01 (on the first try!), were awarded a supplement to the R00, received pilot funds from @HopkinsCFAR , and collaborated to publish 13 papers!
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
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I am recruiting speakers for my departmental seminar series. Using animal models? Working on infectious disease or neuroscience? We want to hear from you! I'm specifically interested in junior investigators and people historically excluded from science. DM's are open!
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
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Mr. Mike was the only person who spoke to me when I began my postdoc. At one of the loneliest, critical times in my career, he encouraged me to keep going and told me how proud he was of me. Janitorial staff are integral in supporting URM trainees, yet are not recognized for this
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
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ROLL CALL!! I am Dionna Williams, PhD an Assistant Professor @HopkinsMedicine in the Retrovirus Lab of the Dept. of Molecular and Comparative Pathobiology. In my lab we study how antiretroviral and drugs of abuse impact neuropathology. #BlackInNeuroRollCall #BlackInNeuroWeek2021
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
3 years
In planning a women in science event, I stated that we need to intentionally include trans women. The organizer stated that the event is focused on women and we cannot broaden to include other groups. My response: trans women are in fact women so they're automatically eligible
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
2 years
The world needs more love and thankfully I found some nuclei up for the challenge! Sending science love to you all 🥰
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
4 years
We’re officially on Twitter! Thank you again @HopkinsMedicine for highlighting us!
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Hopkins Med News
4 years
Our final faculty member is Dionna Williams! Dionna studies how HIV, drug abuse and antiretroviral therapies (ART) affect our nervous system.
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
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The Williams Lab is interested in all things NeuroHIV! Current projects include neuroinflammation, blood brain barrier, substance use, local CNS drug metabolism, and energy metabolism. A privilege to serve as mentor and team member! #BiNW22 #BlackInNeuroRoleCall @BlackInNeuro
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
3 years
Hi Twitter!! 🙋🏾‍♀️ The Williams lab is seeking candidates for a postdoctoral fellowship to evaluate the immunomodulatory impact of CBD on neurological function during HIV infection using nonhuman primates. Please see the flyer below for more details and contact info for applicants!
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
2 years
Get a lab that hypes you up! It's been a challenging few weeks and the lab surprised me with words of affirmation and my favorite snacks at lab meeting. So grateful for them!
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
3 years
Interested in a translational neuroimmunology postdoc? We aim to identify immune predictors of CNS decline during HIV. We're a supportive, fun lab committed to developing technical acumen and preparation for your career goals - whatever those may be! Start date available ASAP!
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
3 years
Hey @BlackInImmuno family! My lab studies how chronic inflammation makes the brain vulnerable to cognitive and mental health disorders during HIV. Some of our current projects are on immunometabolism and cannbinoids. #BlackInImmunoWeek #BIIRollCall
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
3 years
We're neuroscientists who work on HIV! A 🧵describing some of the exciting projects in the Williams Lab, including a graphical abstract for #BlackInNeuroWeek2021 !
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
3 years
Y'all, I received the Rising Star Alumni Award from @EinsteinMed ! Very honored to be chosen from among all of the other outstanding candidates. I received the best training at @EinsteinPhD and wouldn't be the scientist I am today without it
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
7 months
Can’t actually have DEI if we’re not including disabilities! Think about how accessible your campus, floor, building, or lab environment are for people with disabilities (including those that are invisible) and consider the impact that has on the scientific workforce
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C&EN (Chemical & Engineering News)
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According to a National Science Foundation report, people with disabilities account for only 3% of the STEM workforce despite making up around 27% of the US adult population.
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
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Eight years after my first application, I am proud to say ALL my student loan debt is officially paid thanks to @NIH_LRP ! I cannot express how life changing the LRP has been and I am beyond grateful for their investment in me and belief in my potential to succeed
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
10 months
Received a JIT request for this yesterday, so can now get pretty excited!
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
3 years
Alysha is killing it at the Cannabinoid GRS poster session! How’d I get so lucky to have such a fantastic first PhD student?
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
3 months
Exceptionally proud of @AlyshaE_PhD on receipt of her F31 from @NIDAnews ! She is my first PhD student and worked so hard for this. Alysha was the driving force behind her resubmission and I cannot think of a better person to receive this opportunity
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
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The Williams Lab! So proud of this amazing group, and their trust in a new PI
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
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I was Vice Chair at the Barriers of the CNS Gordon Conference and recruited using the @BlackInNeuro network. The outcome? We had the most Black and marginalized folks - ever! We can do even better next time. Anyone working on the BBB, CNS flow or related areas? DM me! #BINW24
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
3 years
Congratulations to our postdoc @coryjwhite ,PhD for winning a FIRST place poster prize from the 20th annual @NESS_News AND receiving a notice of award for his K00 this week!
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
1 year
I'm so happy to announce our newest grant! We received a U01 from @NIDAnews to evaluate the impact of CBD and THC on adult neurogenesis, in the presence and absence of HIV. We'll perform non-human primate studies and are elated to join forces with @ndhlovulab and Michael Corley
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
10 months
Second Williams Lab baby! My office is all set up with a travel crib, bottle warmer, and toys. Can’t wait till you’re back from paternity leave @coryjwhite so I can have some good snuggles while you’re working! Enjoy these precious, hard, and exhausting months with your family.
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
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We have 4 new members of the lab who are EXCEPTIONAL. They bring tremendous energy, ask outstanding questions, are fun to be around, and are so hardworking. I am privileged at the opportunity to be part of their scientific journey and can't wait to celebrate their successes!
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
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Watching this picture being taken was surreal. So many of us were one of few, or the only, in our PhD programs and could’ve never imagined knowing so many other Black students. The future is bright y’all! They’re smart and go getters - I can’t wait to see their futures unfold.
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Ishmail Abdus-Saboor
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Black in Neuro grad students (look at all this talent, wow)
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
2 months
Happy pride from your friendly neighborhood nonbinary, aroace neuroscientist. Please mark your calendar for Monday night for @SfNtweets ' first ever LGBTQIA2S+ social at #SfN24 ! Looking forward to creating community and a sense of belonging. Hope to see you there!
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Society for Neuroscience (SfN)
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"Do the work that excites you, be passionate, and take up space." Inspiring words for young scientists everywhere from Dionna Williams, PhD (she/they), Chair of the #SfN24 LGBTQIA2S+ social. Find out more about #SfN24 socials! 🔗 #PrideMonth
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
3 years
Got my first “not discussed” today. Looking forward to seeing the critiques and where I lost the reviewers. Let’s see if we can turn this thing around!
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
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#BINW24 is here! I'm Dionna, an Associate Professor at Emory @PharmChemBio . We are a neuroHIV lab finding ways to treat the brain more effectively. Best part of my job? My lab! It's a privilege to be surrounded by brilliance and be a part of their journeys. #BlackInNeuroRollCall
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
3 years
Super excited to talk about what led me to academia, my experiences being a new PI, and the joys of having your own lab. I absolutely love what I do and the scientific freedom it brings. Also, the ability to train the next generation brings me so much joy!
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
3 years
I'm super excited after having my regularly scheduled 1:1 meetings with everyone in the lab this week! Everyone is doing such an AMAZING job and in various stages of manuscript preparation, funding, and grad school applications. Be on the lookout for great things in 2022!
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
3 years
Am I missing something, is it not 2021? This is unacceptable and further contributes to perpetuation of an academic environment that is not welcoming for everyone. Mentorship events should be ESPECIALLY focused on including everyone that faces bias and discrimination
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
9 months
Our last lab celebration in Baltimore! There aren’t enough characters to express how much I care about these amazing people. I’m so grateful for their sacrifice to uproot their lives to move. More great science, hard work, fun times, and good food ahead. Next up, ATL!
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
3 years
I was just awarded preceptorship into the @BCMB_JHMI program! Beyond excited to have the opportunity to train the next generation of leaders in science. FYI, I'm also a part of @CMM_JHU and @JHUPath programs. Incoming students, where you at 👀? Reach out if you wanna rotate!
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
1 year
It is an honor to be amongst 52 brilliant Black scientists commemorating #Juneteenth and the call to action it reminds us is required to truly have more equitable science. Tremendous gratitude to @phdgprotein86 for his leadership and spearheading this!
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Antentor Othrell Hinton, Jr PhD (A.J. Hinton)
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
3 years
Congratulations to our incoming postdoc, Dr. @coryjwhite on giving a wonderful dissertation seminar! See you soon!
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M. Matthews, PhD
3 years
so honored and excited to witness my first #deezling ( #NSPeeps mentee) defend his dissertation and join the #PhDeez club! CONGRATULATIONS, DR. WHITE!! 🍾🥂
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
2 years
I had similar experiences as a graduate student and during my postdoc. I've been so fortunate to have kind people in my life. I couldn't afford a heavy winter coat so the technician in my PhD lab let me borrow hers until I saved up enough for my own
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Dr Aileen Fernandez
2 years
One year in graduate school the situation got so bad that I had NO money for groceries. I mean < $20 left for the month. Not traveling for the holidays. 2 of my friends found out and for my birthday bought me a huge container of frozen food from the Vietnamese supermarket. 1/2
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
1 year
Imagine my surprise finding out the professor @HofstraU who gave a public seminar comparing me to Aunt Jemima and Buckwheat is now chair of the chemistry department...
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
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Mentoring while still being a trainee was so important in helping teach me how to mentor others, and really helped shaped my mentoring philosophy. So happy to participate in this panel of talented scientists who give so much of themselves to others
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
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Don’t wait too long to hire him! With a CV that already rivals junior faculty, a creative and innovative way to approaching neurochemistry, and an amazing work ethic, trust me when I say you won’t want to miss out. Oh and he doesn’t miss with the funding. Bet on @coryjwhite !
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Cory J. White, Ph.D.
1 month
I am currently a postdoc in @DWWilliamsLab @EmoryUniversity utilizing multiple models including mice, non-human and human samples to determine the metabolic consequences of HIV infection to the brain under the context of ART and other stressors.
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
8 months
Did you know cocaine can impact the ability of HIV meds to work in the brain? Thrilled to share our findings led by the all star team of @RodnieCO and @Tonykne1 . This was truly a team effort where almost every person in the lab contributed to a figure!
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
2 years
Excited to present this work and co-chair the Neonatal Immunity and Neuroimmunology session today at #AAI22 !
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
3 years
Research strategy for my next R01 submission is only 11 pages. I have 9 figures, 2 tables, plenty of white space and all figures/legends are at an easily legible size. Hopefully reviewers will be happy to have to read less? Study section friends, will this be seen as a negative?
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
12 days
Learning I was Autistic 1.5 years ago changed my life and led me on a journey of self acceptance and love. It’s also made me a more compassionate and effective mentor! Listen to learn more about Autism and supporting the neurodivergent folks in your life
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
3 years
Also, no one else backed me up or acknowledged my comment. Sigh. Rant done
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
4 years
This Friday at noon, I will be sharing my journey in science and how it has led me to HIV health disparities research in the Racial Justice in STEM seminar series. Please DM me for the Zoom link. See the flyer below for more details!
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
3 years
Beyond grateful that my FINAL @NIH_LRP renewal from @NIMHD was funded! Thank you for investing in me. It's helped both my personal and professional lives - provided financial freedom to focus on research and directly contributed to my K99/R00 and R01 awards.
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
3 years
I am recruiting speakers for my departmental seminar series. Are you a veterinarian working in pathology or laboratory animal medicine? Have great research or an awesome case study? We want to hear from you! I'm specifically interested people historically excluded from science.
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
3 years
I feel like people don't acknowledge rap enough for teaching them how to spell. To this day, I still say "I.N.D.E.P.E.N.D.E.N.T do you know what that means" in my head when I write. Makes preparing papers and grants even more fun
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
3 years
Just got off a planning meeting for the @NIDAnews , @NIMHgov , and NIAAA diversity supplement panel I'll be participating in next week. Turns out, the panel is comprised of all black women! Come thru brilliant, NIH-funded, black women. So looking forward to it!
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
3 years
🗣️It's time for another lab ROLL CALL!! We’ve had a lot of new additions to the lab recently and it’s time again to highlight everyone that makes up our amazing team starting with those that have most recently joined in the 🧵below!
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
8 months
It was a fantastic first week at @PharmChemBio ! Checked things off my list, a paper was accepted (!), and spoke with a PO about a grant that scored well but wasn't fundable. Feeling reinvigorated to put the grant back in with new insight I didn't have from the summary statement.
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
3 years
Congratulations to the newest member of our Lab, @andrewgausepohl , a talented undergraduate who was awarded the JHU Life Design Lab’s 'SOAR Summer Plunge' Grant! He’ll be studying how HIV impacts brain lipid composition. So proud of you Andrew, and welcome to the team!
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
3 years
Absolutely here for this!
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Dr. Simone A. Douglas-Green
5 years
Some BME Black Girl Magic in action. We had some fun during our photoshoot in the lab this past week!! Love the community we have built to support each other in grad school.👩🏾‍🔬 #blackandSTEM #PhotoshootInPPE #BlackHistoryMonth2020
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FACS machine is officially up and running! Time to get some cool data!!!
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
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Oh, and we're looking for a postdoc for an exciting, translational neuroimmunology project. For anyone who's interested, shoot your shot! We're a collegial, supportive, and fun lab who values what every member of our team brings to the table. Currently accepting applications!
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
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It's time to highlight everyone that makes up our wonderful lab in a 🧵!!!
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
2 years
I've really stepped up my "no" game the last few months, and the amount of peace and time it's given me! Evaluating alignment with my short and long-term goals along with how much I'd enjoy the task in question has helped me so much. Plus, "yes" feels that much sweeter now.
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
3 years
Beyond excited to share our approach to mentorship and to be a part of #BlackInNeuroWeek2021 !
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Black In Neuro 🧠
3 years
#BlackInNeuroWeek2021 line-up just won't quit 🔥 Join the dream team @DWWilliamsLab , @Coryjwhite , and Andrew Gausepohl for our Mentorship Spotlight: Building an Equitable and Efficient Lab, happening July 29th, 1PM PT / 4PM ET / 9PM BST. #BlackInNeuroMentors
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
2 years
Cooler temps mean refreshing my fro to its naturally voluminous state in the bathroom at work after my hat squishes it down. Graduate school Dionna would've felt so uncomfortable doing this in public. So proud of my growth and progress in bringing all of me to every space I'm in
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
1 year
So proud of @RodnieCO for passing his qualifying exam today! He is exceptionally kind, never gives up, a great lab citizen and team player, and is single-handedly working to make our BBB models even better. Can't wait to see all the ways you'll continue being amazing!
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
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I'm so excited to participate in this session and share our findings on how cocaine impacts HIV CNS disease! Also, will be my first trip to Europe :)
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Eur Behav Pharm Soc.
1 year
Symposium 23 is chaired by @JBarkerLab with talks from @MdNamba , @jaredwyoung , Elise Meeder and @DWWilliamsLab titled "Neurocognitive and immune outcomes of co-occurring HIV infection and substance use"
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
3 years
Excited to share a co-first author paper with data generated back when I was a graduate student! Sometimes taking a second look at old data helps you see things you never saw the first time
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
7 months
Did you know brain lipids are heterogeneously present during SIV infection, even with treatment? Co-led by @coryjwhite and @AndrewGausepohl , we identified heterogenous lipid localization across - and within - brain regions, that differed from the periphery
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
1 year
Apparently this is my reaction to data, says Stephen, an outstanding technician in the lab
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
3 years
This paper hit different! It was my first experience with immune signaling, the most challenging project I’d worked on, and was my first corresponding author paper as faculty. Looking forward to sharing the inside scoop behind what seems like a simple story!
@jhmi_gsa
JHSOM GSA
3 years
Paper link: Zoom link:  Meeting ID: 971 1685 8411 Passcode: 052687 Lunch survey: @DWWilliamsLab
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
2 years
What a privilege to be in the presence of brilliance and to help inspire the many coming behind us. Indeed, we are Black Excellence personified! My heart was so full the entire evening
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Ishmail Abdus-Saboor
2 years
Black in Neuro, PIs and Program Officers (or aunties and uncles as we were called all night).
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
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I had multiple side jobs as a PhD student and a postdoc just to make it each month. Low stipends and reimbursement delays hit different when you're from a low income background
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
2 years
@BlackInNeuro friends, who's doing BBB work? I'm Co-Chair for the upcoming Barriers of the CNS Gordon Conference and want to ensure we have diverse speakers. Looking for abstract submissions (with potential for talk) and invited talks. Please DM or email me with suggestions!
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
3 years
Can’t even believe this is a continuing conversation. If they’ve done the work to merit authorship, put them on the paper! I’ve had talented high school students on papers because they earned it. And guess what, costs you nothing to do the right thing!
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Siegenthaler_Lab
3 years
[checks schedule of rotating twitter debates...ok good to mention this as relevant to PhD applications season] PUT UNDERGRADS & RESEARCH TECHS AS AUTHORS ON PAPERS IF THEY CONTRIBUTE TO PROJECTS.
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
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It's a joy to serve as Vice Chair for the 2024 Barriers of the CNS Gordon Research Conference! Please get your applications in soon. You don't want to miss out on amazing science and unparalleled opportunity for networking because we're oversubscribed!
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
3 years
I foresee many Williams Lab Soul Train Lines coming next year. Get ready y’all!
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Ralph White III, PhD
3 years
If you ever work with me in a laboratory setting, just know that I will dance when an experiment works and when it fails. Scientists, Science Lovers, join me in this #LabDanceParty
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
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I’m proud to be a #NIHLRP Ambassador! Do you have student loans? Do you have your terminal degree and are pursuing research? Then apply! @NIH_LRP is life changing. They’ve paid off 90% of my loans to date, and I have my last renewal pending (fingers crossed!). Questions? Ask me!
@NIH_LRP
NIH Loan Repayment
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Did you know that there are over 700 #LRPambassador 's located across the country? #NIHLRP Ambassadors provide advice, encouragement, etc. to potential applicants. Request access to the directory to locate an ambassador near you. #ecrchat
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
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Without explanation, post a photo showing what setting up a new lab is like.
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without explanation, post a photo showing what setting up a new lab is like
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
3 years
Being selected to speak by students is always an honor! Thank you to the @DrexelMedicine MCBG & CBio Graduate Program for extending the invitation. Anyone else that would like to learn about CBD as a Modulator of Inflammation during HIV infection Thurs. at 1pm DM me for the link!
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
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Cannabinoid enthusiasts, check out our most recent paper led by @DrJavierRosado and Alysha! They found surprising lack of conservation of endocannabinoid receptor gene expression across mice, rats, and macaques. Lesson learned? Choose your model carefully!
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
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At just over $2 million per year, each year, for 5 years, this is our largest grant to date and I am beyond thrilled! Adding a special meaning to it all is the fact that all PI's are from racial/ethnic groups historically excluded from science. Can't wait to get started!
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
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I’ve been on Twitter for one year! So glad my lab convinced me to get on. It’s been an awesome time getting to know you all, and being a part of #ScienceTwitter . Happy #MyTwitterAnniversary to me!
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@DWWilliamsLab
Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
3 years
Also need to give a shout out to @DrJavierRosado , an exceptional postdoc, who gave a great talk and poster at the Cannabinoid GRS. So fortunate to have great trainees in the lab to collaborate with!
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@DWWilliamsLab
Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
3 years
Join our growing lab! We are seeking enthusiastic, motivated candidates for a Research Technologist position! The candidate will be responsible for performing molecular biology assays, mouse husbandry and related methodologies, and lab maintenance & organization. See info below!
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
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My first ever podcast! I had a blast talking about some of the lessons I've learned that have been helpful in my career journey. Shout out to @NIDAnews and Albert Avila for their commitment to diversity and investment in my career. Check it out!
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
1 year
I'm a previous LRP awardee and ambassador! I received my first award in 2015 and renewed four times until my debt was paid in full. Forever grateful for the investment in paying off my loans so I could focus on my scientific career #LRPchat
@NIH_LRP
NIH Loan Repayment
1 year
Who else do we have joining us? If you’re LRP Ambassador, past or present awardee, we’d love to hear from you! #LRPchat
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
3 years
The lab that poses together stays together! @AshaMurrell , @DrB_Flo , and @coryjwhite went shopping today for their official @HopkinsMedicine lab coats
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
2 years
In 2022 I don’t want to hear that you couldn’t find any diverse applicants. Come through - we’re here, smart, and talented!
@PhDeez
M. Matthews, PhD
2 years
if youre attending #SfN22 be sure to visit the Diversity Poster Session TONIGHT from 6:30-8:30p in the Conv Ctr Exhibit Hall!! many brilliant undergrad, predoc, & postdoc scientists will be sharing their research - come support, network, *AND* recruit! #BPENDURE #DSPAN #NSPeeps
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
6 months
What an amazing time at the Society for NeuroImmune Pharmacology Meeting! My talk went very well, @HannahNWilkins gave an excellent talk on her thesis project, and the lab had so many posters. Most exciting was the Williams Lab sweeping the awards. Congrats all! Proud PI moment
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
1 year
Way to go @coryjwhite !
@ScafidiLab
Scafidi Lab
1 year
Cory White,PhD presenting his work at #ISNESN2023
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
1 year
I had a wonderful time! Thank you for the invitation!!!
@UPenn_I3H
UPenn I3H
1 year
Today | Immunology Colloquium | Dionna W. Williams, Ph.D. -
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
2 years
Big CONGRATS to @DrJavierRosado for receiving a Diversity Supplement from @NIDAnews ! Watch out world, he's a rising star cannabinoid, HIV, microbiome investigator. Huge thanks to @EliseWeertsPhD , @SuezLab , and Cynthia Sears for serving on his mentoring team
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
3 years
🙋‍♀️ #firstgenfaculty and proud of it!
@joann_trejo
JoAnn Trejo - Unity, Decency, Science & Yes, Truth
3 years
A must read, "facuty are 25x more likely to have a parent with a Ph.D. with 23.7% higher household income". Not surprising academe is easily accessible to the socioeconomically privileged. We must break the mold!
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
3 years
Thank you @BlackInNeuro for the opportunity and for all the love! Good mentorship is integral to success and I hope our approach and thoughts are helpful. Please join labs that want ALL of you to succeed, and leave when they make it clear you're not valued. Well being is KEY!
@BlackInNeuro
Black In Neuro 🧠
3 years
Thank you to our incredible speakers @DWWilliamsLab @Coryjwhite and @andrewgausepohl for your advice during the Mentorship Spotlight! #BlackInNeuroMentors #BlackInNeuroWeek2021
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
10 months
I cannot express enough how amazing @HannahNWilkins is! Go getter, hard worker, scientifically creative, innovative, kind, courageous, not afraid to speak up for what’s right, and an amazing human being. Such a privilege to co-mentor her with @ProteomicsNews
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Hannah Wilkins
10 months
Last week, I celebrated a milestone in my PhD career: receiving my white coat for completing all the necessary requirements to become a PhD candidate. Excited to take a moment and celebrate with friends and family and even more excited to continue in the journey!
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
2 years
Congrats and well deserved Cory! Feels so good to have the first Williams Lab member receive the LRP. I love being a @NIH_LRP ambassador - feels even better to help your own trainee secure the bag.
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Cory J. White, Ph.D.
2 years
I’m counting this one as a birthday gift! Extremely excited to be awarded a @NIH_LRP from @NINDSnews ! This is an immense weight lifted off of my shoulders! I am so grateful for support from @DWWilliamsLab , @rolandjthorpe @kss_phd , @phdgprotein86 , @DBRWDirector , and @PhDeez ! 🙌🏽
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
3 years
@neubadah We’re looking for a postdoc for a translational neuroimmunology project. Ex vivo immune cell analyses, BBB migration assays, and collaborative neuroimaging! Official job posting will be up soon. DM if interested!
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
2 months
Congratulations Cory! @NIH_LRP changes lives and it’s so rewarding to see it benefit your mentees. Very well deserved!!!
@coryjwhite
Cory J. White, Ph.D.
2 months
Woke up to great news this morning that my @NIH_LRP renewal was funded!! This will pay the remainder of my student loans 🙌🏽 I’m extremely grateful to my mentor @DWWilliamsLab and others that provided such great advice and insight! Also anyone considering applying reach out!
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
2 years
Filling out an application for my grandmother's passport and need to state whether her parents were US citizens. They were, but not at the time of their birth, and they'd only recently become considered to be human beings. I need some time to sit with this before I start my day
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
3 years
April 8th I will be giving a virtual talk, generously hosted by Dr. Kathy Wilson for the Hopkins Dept. of Cell Biology, on Cannabidiol as a Modulator of Chronic Inflammation During HIV Infection. Please DM for the Zoom link! We also have a postdoc opening for this project!!!👇🏽
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Dionna Williams, PhD Lab
3 years
Hi Twitter!! 🙋🏾‍♀️ The Williams lab is seeking candidates for a postdoctoral fellowship to evaluate the immunomodulatory impact of CBD on neurological function during HIV infection using nonhuman primates. Please see the flyer below for more details and contact info for applicants!
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