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Alejandra Fernandez

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Assistant Professor • UTSW • Peter O’Donnell Jr. School of Public Health • 👩🏽‍🏫 (tweets are my own)

Joined May 2014
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@a_fernandez_tx
Alejandra Fernandez
2 years
Finally NIH Reporter official! ☺️
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5 months
🚨 $20K challenge alert! 🚨NIH's @NIDAnews may award 5 teams up to $20K each to explore All of Us data and reveal new insights into substance use & addiction. Universities, nonprofits, companies—anyone can participate! Deadline: Sept 8 2025. Register or tag a colleague! 🔗
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O'Donnell School of Public Health at UTSW
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One week from today, we'll be welcoming new students to the O'Donnell School of Public Health. We can't wait to meet you! #UTSW #publichealth
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Alejandra Fernandez
6 months
Using ecological momentary assessment to assess family functioning across parents and adolescents provided insight on both the family environment and the steps necessary to accomodate protocols to those whose English is a second lang! 🧠👨‍👩‍👧 https://t.co/ZZsaC6LUuP
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Background: Family functioning is associated with several adolescent health outcomes, and many family-based interventions (FBIs) exist to improve family functioning. However, most FBIs assess family...
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SPR
1 year
Don't miss Dr. Natasha Cabrera tomorrow at 2pm EST. you can still register here! https://t.co/v4VBYgzFqB
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1 year
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Alejandra Fernandez
1 year
DNC Speaker Series: Advances in Prevention Science, Diversity, and Inclusion, Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month – Prevention Research Register and join with Dr. Natasha Cabrera as our invited speaker for HHM! ⁦@SPRORG⁩ ⁦@natashajcabrera
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@TaraBautistaPHD
Tara Bautista
1 year
We finished our welcome message for @theNHSN conference! It has been an exciting year as conference chair and I am looking forward to seeing everyone in person next month! Thanks to @NIDAnews @NIAAAnews @NIMHD @NIH_ORWH @NIMHgov @CSRpeerreview @NIHprevents for your support!
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@RaquelRhotom
Raquel R, PhD
1 year
📢 I'm on the job market!! Seeking academic positions in Psychology (Clinical/Counseling), Social work, and Public Health in departments that value community-engaged policy relevant work. 📢 I'm also a pretty cool colleague who on hikes will make you look awesome in comparison
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@theNHSN
National Hispanic Science Network (NHSN)
1 year
Drug and Alcohol Dependence Journal special issue for August 2024 features 2023 NHSN Conference. To view all articles and abstracts, visit
the-nhsn.org
NHSN Publications Drug and Alcohol Dependence Journal, August 2024 The 2023 NHSN Conference DAD Special Issue is online. Click here for the full list of articles and abstracts. Drug and Alcohol...
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Tara Bautista
2 years
Submit your abstracts now for the 24th Annual NHSN Conference. October 3 – 5, 2024 in New Orleans, LA. I'm excited to be this year's scientific co-chair, I hope to see you there!
@theNHSN
National Hispanic Science Network (NHSN)
2 years
Abstract Submissions for 2024 NHSN Conference in New Orleans are now being accepted until April 30. https://t.co/ertkmBdVFt
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@McKennaAckon
McKenna (Freeman) Ackon PhD
2 years
Now recruiting for my dissertation!! 🎉 Looking for Latinx/Hispanic young adults (ages 18-25) in the U.S.! More information located in the attached flyer. Please share with anyone who may be interested 😄 @care_mu @AcademicChatter #academictwitter
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SPR
2 years
Absolutely not to be missed! Register now! February 28th #BlackHistoryMonth
@ImpactFPG
The Impact Center at FPG
2 years
📣 Join Dr. Kymberle Sterling on 2/28 for @SPRORG's DNC Speaker Series. Register here: https://t.co/BU2QcrbyWm #BlackHistoryMonth2024
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Alejandra Fernandez
2 years
I've been hoping to find a name that encompasses the research we are working on, but fell short because I lack creativity. But my students are fantastic and lit a spark that ignited the initial flame of the BienESTAR Lab. Super excited to continue to develop our identity!!
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@theNHSN
National Hispanic Science Network (NHSN)
2 years
Register for our upcoming ECLC Webinar "Navigating the Path to Academic Employment: Expert Insights and Strategies” spearheaded by @MADScientist365 & @ad_lozano Wednesday, November 8th 12-1pm CST (1-2pm EST). Register:  https://t.co/ZvhFbcDGWi
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@JaimeAlmandoz
Jaime Almandoz, MD MBA FTOS
2 years
🧠 Depression is more prevalent among #bariatric surgery patients who are recruited for research via social media - @JacksonMFrancis ⚠️Be aware of biases in recruitment 📱What’s the relationship between social media use and mental health among people with obesity? #OW2023
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Alejandra Fernandez
2 years
Every conference should have a BarkPark session 🐾🐾🐾 Such a midday pick up! @ObesitySociety #OW2023
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Alejandra Fernandez
2 years
Love seeing my fellow faculty, Dr. Marlyn Allicock, presenting their impactful disparities work! @ObesitySociety #OW2023 @UTHealthSPH
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Alejandra Fernandez
2 years
First time at @ObesitySociety #OW2023 in my very own backyard in Dallas!
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Alejandra Fernandez
2 years
Join me for the 2023 State of Latine Children summit. This event will further the conversation around the unique challenges faced by Latine children -- from embracing their cultural identity to fighting for their economic justice. Register NOW! https://t.co/3bolHku0ph
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