Daniel J. Slade

Associate Professor, Biochemistry, VA Tech. Bacteria, host-pathogen, cancer. Former athlete, mediocre rock climber, still finding what fuels my fire. Views=mine

[Daniel J. Slade @TheSladeLab]

Excited to share this collaborative work led by Scott Verbridge's group of @BEAMvt . A big thanks to @scisignal for another great review process and a second cover! @vtbiochem VT story out tomorrow and BBC podcast soon. https://t.co/JbdEsFMv0v

[Daniel J. Slade @TheSladeLab]

I am more excited than ever for this new opportunity for my family and I, which is bittersweet of course. Last, I have made great friends and started long lasting collaborations through this platform. As this is likely my last Tweet, I thank you all and wish everyone the best!

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In less than 2 weeks I will shut the doors to my lab for the last time and start an entirely new career. I am very thankful for my time at Virginia Tech and @vtbiochem where I received great support and had amazing colleagues. Is it scary leaving a tenured position? 🧵

[Daniel J. Slade @TheSladeLab]

Some might say yes, but I believe you have to trust your gut and bet on yourself sometimes to truly be happy. I have learned many lessons as a professor and PI and I am eternally grateful for the effort of students and scientists from my lab.

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@jutraslab @virginia_tech @NorthwesternU @NUFeinbergMed @vtbiochem So well deserved and I'm excited for your next chapter. You'll continue to do amazing science and be an exemplary mentor while upping your game even more in Chicago! Very excited for you and the family. Save a seat for me at a Cubs game!

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@hall_lab @unibirmingham @IMIBirmingham Congratulations!

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@MunsonOEL Congratulations! 👏

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@RobFagan This is the best journal cover of all time. Also, this may or may not be my office.

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@RobFagan At least that sticker looks fantastic.

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@gaz_moran You're never too old for anything. And we listen to hundreds of songs a week. Smattered with 80s hair metal, pearl jam, and bands that rock synthesizers like they were made for the 80s. Should I set up a live web feed so you can virtually rock with us? 🎸🤘

[Daniel J. Slade @TheSladeLab]

Always having fun in the lab. Here are our songs of the day so far this week. The lab that rocks together, publishes together. #confucius

[Daniel J. Slade @TheSladeLab]

And one more

[Philip Dunne @DrPipDunne]

RT please: We are looking for a Scientific Project Manager to join our team. The role is based on Belfast & ideal for someone who has both postdoctoral research experience and project management experience

This will become a long term role for our group

https://t.co/vzX2zQ15iS

[Daniel J. Slade @TheSladeLab]

Constant reminder to myself as a PI at the bench

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Since I spend a significant amount of time at the keyboard, I needed a change. Upgraded my key caps to something a bit brighter and I love it 🤙🏼🏝️. The before and after

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@thecopperdoctor Or if you really think it has potential.

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@CancerMicrobes Pretty jealous of your ride and those views! 🏔️

[Daniel J. Slade @TheSladeLab]

*with. And I am not paying for a blue check just to edit grammar. #sorrynotsorry

[Daniel J. Slade @TheSladeLab]

Sometimes you need to unwind. Fortunately we have friends we amazing views in Blacksburg

[Daniel J. Slade @TheSladeLab]

I forgot to introduce the World to the new family and lab dog, Lord Haesten Cnut Slade, King of the Brittany’s and chief presider of the couch. And yes, he’s soft and awesome 😎 From 7-17 weeks

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@mahoney_kc Congratulations on the lab you're in turning 30!