Alyssa Leystra (@aaleystra) 's Twitter Profile
Alyssa Leystra

@aaleystra

Postdoc in cancer prevention at Fox Chase Cancer Center. Passionate about research and mentoring. Opinions are my own and do not reflect those of my employer.

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Alyssa Leystra (@aaleystra) 's Twitter Profile Photo

I'm thrilled that I could introduce the #microbiome to so many #highschool scientists through a simple hands-on assay. I look forward to adapting the content to more classrooms soon. #STEMed TRIP Initiative.

Stephanie Deppe, PhD (@spacescisteph) 's Twitter Profile Photo

ATTENTION #scicomm-ers: Dr. Jaye Gardiner Reyhaneh Maktoufi, PhD & I are starting a podcast abt science communication! The main focus will be #scicomm & #sciengage tips, techniques, how-tos, lit reviews, jobs, & more! BUT before we get in too deep, we want to know: would you listen? Pls RT!

Fox Chase Cancer Center (@foxchasecancer) 's Twitter Profile Photo

During times like these, every single person can make a difference. Shout out to our incredible environmental services team for working around the clock to disinfect high-touch surfaces in an effort to protect everyone within our walls from the spread of COVID-19. #TeamFoxChase

During times like these, every single person can make a difference. Shout out to our incredible environmental services team for working around the clock to disinfect high-touch surfaces in an effort to protect everyone within our walls from the spread of COVID-19. 
#TeamFoxChase
Alyssa Leystra (@aaleystra) 's Twitter Profile Photo

This. Is. Incredible! Students from TRIP Initiative are taking art commissions. All proceeds will be used to purchase masks for local hospitals. #COVID19 Check out their website: artistsagainstcovi.wixsite.com/website

The Creation For Prevention Association (@creation4preven) 's Twitter Profile Photo

The masks were delivered today! Please continue to support us by donating to our GoFundMe here: gofundme.com/f/artists-agai… and sharing! #artistsagainstcovid #creationforprevention #stopthespread

The masks were delivered today! Please continue to support us by donating to our <a href="/gofundme/">GoFundMe</a> here: gofundme.com/f/artists-agai… and sharing! #artistsagainstcovid #creationforprevention #stopthespread
Alyssa Leystra (@aaleystra) 's Twitter Profile Photo

I enjoyed working with this team of trainees from around Fox Chase Cancer Center to put together a newsletter for our alumni. #collaboration #networking #scicomm

Alyssa Leystra (@aaleystra) 's Twitter Profile Photo

I'm excited to see the recent translational developments in cancer prevention! The online format of this meeting has made it so much more accessible. #TACAPrev20

TRIP Initiative (@tripinitiative) 's Twitter Profile Photo

We're excited to announce: applications are open for the Spring '21 TRIP program! We are preparing to host a safe, socially-distanced program that allows #highschool students to #explore #STEM through their own independent #research projects! Learn more: tripinitiative.com

We're excited to announce: applications are open for the Spring '21 TRIP program! We are preparing to host a safe, socially-distanced program that allows #highschool students to #explore #STEM through their own independent #research projects!

Learn more: tripinitiative.com
Fox Chase Cancer Center (@foxchasecancer) 's Twitter Profile Photo

This year, we are proud to host the 25th Trainee Research Day! It's an event that celebrates the cutting-edge research led by junior scientists & clinicians at Fox Chase. Read more about this day here: bit.ly/2VWTA8v. #FCCCResearchDay #NextGeneration #CancerResearch

This year, we are proud to host the 25th Trainee Research Day! It's an event that celebrates the cutting-edge research led by junior scientists &amp; clinicians at Fox Chase. Read more about this day here: bit.ly/2VWTA8v.
#FCCCResearchDay #NextGeneration #CancerResearch
Fox Chase Academic Affairs (@fcccacademics) 's Twitter Profile Photo

The 25th #FCCCResearchDay was a huge success! The day was organized by 3 #postdocs: Bailee Sliker, Ph.D, Cristina Uribe, and Sven Miller. Thank you for all your hard work creating a virtual Research Day that celebrated the #research and #training at Fox Chase Cancer Center!

The 25th #FCCCResearchDay was a huge success! The day was organized by 3 #postdocs: <a href="/DrBaileeSliker/">Bailee Sliker, Ph.D</a>, Cristina Uribe, and Sven Miller. Thank you for all your hard work creating a virtual Research Day that celebrated the #research and #training at <a href="/FoxChaseCancer/">Fox Chase Cancer Center</a>!
GWIS Philadelphia (@gwis_philly) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Looking for a way to connect with Philly science-interested folks while keeping a distance because COVID and staying inside because COLD? Join this Friday, Dec. 11 @ 5PM for virtual networking, hot chocolate, and holiday games and music. Register here: forms.gle/cQuD2uepimrG37…

Alyssa Leystra (@aaleystra) 's Twitter Profile Photo

An incredibly informative video with the scientific answers to some common questions about the COVID-19 vaccine. #COVIDVaccine #TeamFoxChase sprou.tt/1d7bqJoyTQ8

🧬Amy Whitaker (@dnamywhitaker) 's Twitter Profile Photo

RT! As I join Fox Chase Cancer Center as an Asst. Prof. in the spring of 2022, I'm stoked to build a diverse team of motivated students, #postdocs, and sci techs to push boundaries and make discoveries at the interface of #TXNregulation and #DNARepair. Apply ➡️ dnamywhitakerlab.com/join

RT! As I join <a href="/FoxChaseCancer/">Fox Chase Cancer Center</a> as an Asst. Prof. in the spring of 2022, I'm stoked to build a diverse team of motivated students, #postdocs, and sci techs to push boundaries and make discoveries at the interface of #TXNregulation and #DNARepair. 
Apply ➡️ dnamywhitakerlab.com/join
TRIP Initiative (@tripinitiative) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Applications are open for the Summer'22 TRIP program! TRIP allows #highschool students to #explore #STEM through their own independent #research projects! Learn more: tripinitiative.com Download and share our flyer: bit.ly/TRIP_TU22

Applications are open for the Summer'22 TRIP program! TRIP allows #highschool students to #explore #STEM through their own independent #research projects! Learn more: tripinitiative.com Download and share our flyer: bit.ly/TRIP_TU22
Fox Chase Cancer Center (@foxchasecancer) 's Twitter Profile Photo

📣 We're recruiting #postdocs! Dr. @SanjeevaniArora's lab at Fox Chase is studying how #germline variation in DNA repair impacts response to cancer treatment & cancer risk. The ultimate goal is to translate research findings to clinical care. Learn more: bit.ly/3AtpQDs

📣 We're recruiting #postdocs!

Dr. @SanjeevaniArora's lab at Fox Chase is studying how #germline variation in DNA repair impacts response to cancer treatment &amp; cancer risk.

The ultimate goal is to translate research findings to clinical care. Learn more: bit.ly/3AtpQDs
Fox Chase Cancer Center (@foxchasecancer) 's Twitter Profile Photo

The Andrews lab at Fox Chase works to elucidate the mechanisms of decision-making in cells. Instead of using a classical approach, the lab studies complex multi-substrate/product systems. 📣 They're recruiting postdocs to join their team! Learn more: bit.ly/3oSIsIg

The Andrews lab at Fox Chase works to elucidate the mechanisms of decision-making in cells. Instead of using a classical approach, the lab studies complex multi-substrate/product systems.

📣 They're recruiting postdocs to join their team! Learn more: bit.ly/3oSIsIg
Alyssa Leystra (@aaleystra) 's Twitter Profile Photo

I've attended the career fair at AACR in the past. Even if you're not currently job hunting, it's a great opportunity to learn about career options and to set up informational interviews!