Alice Pollard

BBSRC Discovery Fellow studying adipose stem biology, AMPK and metabolism. 🧬 lover of nature, science, art and caffeine, all views my own

[Alice Pollard @AlicePollard91]

Out now, my latest review on topics close to my heart, metabolism and adipose stem cells. Thanks to @PPPublishing, @BBSRC @imperialcollege @MRC_LMS and @PPPublishing
New concepts in the roles of AMPK in adipocyte stem cell biology https://t.co/j19YEY0kTw

[Imperial Medicine @ImperialMed]

🧬What really happens to fat tissue when you lose weight?

Research from @MRC_LMS and @imperialcollege reveals how weight loss clears out ageing fat cells and boosts metabolism — offering fresh insights into fighting diseases like #Type2diabetes.

https://t.co/cZG6mds27K

[Alice Pollard @AlicePollard91]

Out now! Congratulations to Antonio and Will and everyone involved. @MRC_LMS @imperialcollege
Selective remodelling of the adipose niche in obesity and weight loss | Nature https://t.co/gjDyeyuR8q

[Imperial College London @imperialcollege]

We’ve been named as 1st in the UK and 2nd in the world by QS @worlduniranking!

This recognises Imperial as one of the best places to study, research, work and grow.

Thanks to everyone in our community for making this possible 💙

#QSWUR

[Alice Pollard @AlicePollard91]

@morvorenlowen @imperialcollege Oh my gosh!!!! Poor little guy glad he's ok!

[Alice Pollard @AlicePollard91]

Happiness is addictive. A beautiful fat cell (adipocyte). Never forget the beauty around us. @imperialcollege

[Alice Pollard @AlicePollard91]

@morvorenlowen @imperialcollege Yes! Exactly the same vibe. Happy to be here. It's a good feeling

[Alice Pollard @AlicePollard91]

Our adipose tissue organoid work featured for#worldobesity day! @MRC_LMS @BBSRC @imperialcollege https://t.co/ucsYnUzqRR

[Roberta Migale @DrMigaleRoberta]

I'm thrilled to share that I will be opening my lab at IRDB @imperialcollege in Jan 2025, taking up the position of Lecturer in Embryology and Gamete Biology.
We will investigate the regulation of gonadal development and function, and its impact on gametes and fertility🔬#newPI

[Alice Pollard @AlicePollard91]

On this #WorldDiabetesDay2024 I am honoured to have my research and career highlighted by the @MRC_LMS. Proud to have represented @BBSRC @imperialcollege at @DiabetesUK @ESEndocrinology and @stsforum Japan in one amazing year with 2 articles so far 🔬 more to come!

[MRC Laboratory of Medical Sciences (LMS) @MRC_LMS]

This #WorldDiabetesDay🌍 we’re celebrating the remarkable work of @AlicePollard91 @MRC_LMS @ImperialMed @imperialcollege who studies fat stem cell biology in the context of obesity and metabolic diseases like type 2 diabetes.

Read more about her work👇
https://t.co/rPq3uziBfT

[Alice Pollard @AlicePollard91]

A great opportunity for any of my biotech colleagues! @BBSRC

[Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research @BBSRC]

Last few days to apply for the BBSRC Follow-on Fund Committee Chair vacancy before the 17 October deadline.

More information below.

[Alice Pollard @AlicePollard91]

An unforgettable experience at the @stsforum 2024 young leadership programme, so many new friends and contacts made, many great science discussions and also a few extracurricular activities! @BBSRC @imperialcollege @UKRI_News @MRC_LMS

[Alice Pollard @AlicePollard91]

⛩️🌸Arrived in beautiful Kyoto, Japan for the 21st annual @stsforum, honoured to be selected as a @BBSRC @UKRI_News representative for the Young Leaders programme, a once in a lifetime experience. Thanks to support from @MRC_LMS and @imperialcollege 🌸 ⛩️

[Carol Percy @DrCarolPercy]

PCOS affects more than 1 in 10 women, causing significant impacts on wellbeing, quality of life, and mental health. New interventions are needed to support self-management and improve outcomes. #WomensHealth #PCOSAwarenessMonth

[Lila Allou @lila_allou]

📢3-year postdoctoral fellow position available

Interested in gene regulation and deciphering the molecular mechanisms of human disease, join us at the @MRC_LMS in the beautiful city of London

For more details, please visit https://t.co/K1hrM3iVje

✉️[email protected]
🙏RT

[Alice Pollard @AlicePollard91]

Congratulations @NazmaInzais welcome to the family! Great to see more AMPK coming to the @MRC_LMS

[MRC Laboratory of Medical Sciences (LMS) @MRC_LMS]

We are thrilled to welcome @NazmaInzais to the @MRC_LMS where she will head up the Metabolism in Immunity, Cancer and Ageing group!

Read more about her work and reasons for joining the LMS below!

https://t.co/s4fLRNKHpU

[John Lukens @LukensJohnR]

Obesity intensifies sex-specific interferon signaling to selectively worsen central nervous system autoimmunity in females: Cell Metabolism https://t.co/dYEUNbMK4Q

[Alice Pollard @AlicePollard91]

Congratulations to all the new @BBSRC Discovery Fellows!

[Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research @BBSRC]

Meet the 15 new BBSRC Discovery Fellows who are receiving a collective £6m of investment for early-career independent research.

The fellowship scheme, now in its 10th year, supports promising researchers who aspire to secure the future of biosciences.

https://t.co/Tu4Djsy2yZ

[MRC Laboratory of Medical Sciences (LMS) @MRC_LMS]

These remarkable results from our own @stuartcook1 may hold the key to healthier, longer lives. Read our news story here https://t.co/iz1fqrWAD3 and on @BBCNews https://t.co/CYcHw1Df9A

[Alice Pollard @AlicePollard91]

Congratulations to my host, mentor, colleague and friend @cellularstress Dave Carling and the whole team on their @Nature article (and news articles) looking at the role of IL11 signalling in ageing. 🎉
https://t.co/oLhswLo9X3