Sigma Xi: Rice-TMC @SigmaXi_RiceTMC
Official Twitter of the Rice University-Texas Medical Center Chapter of Sigma Xi: The Scientific Research Honor Society. More actively tweeting since 02/2023. Houston, TX Joined April 2013-
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“When my house was bombed and destroyed, two of my brothers were killed, and a third one was injured. Some shrapnel hit my right eye, causing weak eyesight and constant tears.” 15-year-old Abrar in Gaza. In wars, children always pay the highest price. They need a ceasefire now.
A big sign, drawn in colorful crayon, greets us with Panther pride as we enter through the doors of the Fifth Ward Elementary School in Reserve, Louisiana. The three hundred twenty five children here range from kindergarten through fourth grade. Principal Rajean Butler walks with…
The Kola Superdeep Borehole, located on the Kola Peninsula in Russia, was a groundbreaking scientific drilling project initiated in the 1970s by the Soviet Union's Institute of Geology. The primary objective of the project was to delve deep into the Earth's crust to gain insights…
Steaming live here: youtube.com/live/FjvLtfIW9…
Steaming live here: youtube.com/live/FjvLtfIW9…
“Developing countries cannot be shackled to the bottom of the clean energy value chain.” @antonioguterres on Panel on Critical Energy Transition Minerals addressing transparency, sustainability & human rights + ensuring a just transition for all. Info: un.org/en/climatechan…
I’m excited to discuss our latest research on how ambient CO2 affects how long #SARSCoV2 remains infectious in air. We report that even subtle increases in CO2 affects both how long #COVIDisAirborne and transmission risk. Here’s a🧵going over the findings nature.com/articles/s4146…
Bioluminescence originated in octocorals at least 540 million years ago—nearly 300 million years earlier than scientists previously had thought. Learn more: scim.ag/6KI @ScienceVisuals
Archaeologists have found evidence of human habitation within lava tubes for the first time, in the deserts of northern Saudi Arabia. newscientist.com/article/242722…
It's peak bird migration time in Texas 🪶🪶🪶 Help them on their way by turning out all non-essential indoor and outdoor lights each night. Here are more ways to ease their journey: tinyurl.com/LightsOutTexas… #LightsOutTexas
Your PhD is not just a degree. Think of it as a testament to your critical thinking, problem-solving, and knowledge contribution. These skills are in high demand across industries.
New York recently became the first state in the U.S. to require employers to offer paid sick time for pregnant workers to go to the doctor, and experts said that while it shouldn't be a big adjustment for employers, getting the word out is crucial. law360.com/employment-aut…
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Joss Sheldon @JossSheldon
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Meteored | theweather.. @MeteoredUS
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Healed by Compassion @compassion_heal
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the little girl Pales.. @8FreePalestine2
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International Crimes @IntCrimDatabase
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Rise4U @WeRise4U
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Bank On Our Future @bankonourfuture
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Rachel Carson Center @CarsonCenter
13K Followers 1K Following International center furthering research in the environmental humanities. Joint initiative of @LMU_Muenchen and @DeutschesMuseum.
Environmental History.. @envhistnow
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Lea Woods @_lea9223
636 Followers 1K Following She/Her. Women’s economic policy at @TCFdotorg. Formerly @EconomicPolicy and @IWPResearch. Memes and labor rights. Tweets my own.
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36K Followers 3K Following Pursuing economic, racial, gender, and disability equity. Making policy that works for people. Also: @TheNext100, @CenturyIntl, @DEJcollab
Renewables4U @Renewables_4U
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Rosemary A. DiCarlo @DicarloRosemary
24K Followers 134 Following United Nations Under-Secretary-General for Political and Peacebuilding Affairs @UNDPPA
Our work on protecting children under attack and the power of parenting has been recognized by the @TheWebbyAwards! UNICEF is committed to ensuring rights #ForEveryChild around the world. winners.webbyawards.com/2024/social/ge…
In the last 50 years, immunization has decreased infant mortality by 40 per cent. That means more children now reach their 5th birthday than ever before in human history. We must protect this incredible achievement. A healthier world is #HumanlyPossible. uni.cf/4dbmkjT
A big sign, drawn in colorful crayon, greets us with Panther pride as we enter through the doors of the Fifth Ward Elementary School in Reserve, Louisiana. The three hundred twenty five children here range from kindergarten through fourth grade. Principal Rajean Butler walks with…
The Kola Superdeep Borehole, located on the Kola Peninsula in Russia, was a groundbreaking scientific drilling project initiated in the 1970s by the Soviet Union's Institute of Geology. The primary objective of the project was to delve deep into the Earth's crust to gain insights…
Steaming live here: youtube.com/live/FjvLtfIW9…
Pre-Hispanic provenance fans, don’t forget to stop by the latest PHAPI conference in LA today! (and live-streamed everywhere else!) getty.edu/visit/cal/even…
DYK @EduCannotWait's #MYRP in #Peru🇵🇪has reached: ✅+34K school-aged children, incl ~14K🇻🇪refugee/migrant children w/learning opportunities ✅4.5K teachers w/inclusive education training ✅2.6K teachers w/socio-emotional training ✅8K children w/socio-emotional support services
Gazans’ options for refuge are severely limited. As of January, some 75% of the territory’s population of more than 2,000,000 have been displaced. Learn more from our explainer: on.cfr.org/49XjfBg
“Developing countries cannot be shackled to the bottom of the clean energy value chain.” @antonioguterres on Panel on Critical Energy Transition Minerals addressing transparency, sustainability & human rights + ensuring a just transition for all. Info: un.org/en/climatechan…
🗣️ University students, staff, and faculty have a constitutional right to make their voices heard without fear of violence or arrest.
Today we sent an open letter to college and university presidents across the nation outlining five basic guardrails to ensure freedom of speech and academic freedom while protecting against discriminatory harassment and disruptive conduct. Read more: aclu.org/news/free-spee…
Targeting precarious students is particularly heinous.
Cornell University has temporary suspended me alongside 3 other students/grad workers. They have deliberately targeted students with precarious positions such as visa status. They have given me a grace period but I am no longer permitted on campus. I know they have done this as a…
I’m excited to discuss our latest research on how ambient CO2 affects how long #SARSCoV2 remains infectious in air. We report that even subtle increases in CO2 affects both how long #COVIDisAirborne and transmission risk. Here’s a🧵going over the findings nature.com/articles/s4146…
Looking forward to the impending (successful) lawsuits
New protest rules form today: @UTAustin says those who have previously been arrested for trespassing aren’t allowed on campus. I asked if it matters if charges were dropped, a UT spokesperson said it doesn’t. @statesman
Federal workers returning to the office are finding a sea of unused cubicles or not enough cubicles, not enough meeting space & lack of affordable lunch options. In cubicles, employees hear others’ conversations=lower productivity. Just let them telework!federalnewsnetwork.com/workforce/2024…
Bioluminescence originated in octocorals at least 540 million years ago—nearly 300 million years earlier than scientists previously had thought. Learn more: scim.ag/6KI @ScienceVisuals
Archaeologists have found evidence of human habitation within lava tubes for the first time, in the deserts of northern Saudi Arabia. newscientist.com/article/242722…
University administrators who call the police on peacefully protesting students and faculty need to resign. What could better demonstrate their lack of fitness for the job?
My mother was treated twice in Shifa for cancer. Shifa was an advanced hospital.
It's peak bird migration time in Texas 🪶🪶🪶 Help them on their way by turning out all non-essential indoor and outdoor lights each night. Here are more ways to ease their journey: tinyurl.com/LightsOutTexas… #LightsOutTexas
A breathtaking full Moon view in Antelope Canyon ✨
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