Jasmine Clark will become the first Black woman with a science Ph.D. to serve in the U.S. House of Representatives. https://scim.ag/4dDZe6P

Microbiologist wins Georgia primary for U.S. House seat

Jasmine Clark is set to become the first Black congresswoman with a science Ph.D.

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Excited to be attending and presenting @psumbiome.bsky.social #OHMS2026 this year!

Spiralling global temperatures (1850-2026) It is exactly 10 years since I first put this animated graphic of changes in global temperature online. #ClimateSpiral It instantly went viral. People watched it over and over again. It still offers the power to shock a decade on.

When he fired scientists at the CDC, RFK Jr. dismantled the systems to prevent and detect deadly diseases. He's exposing all of us to harm. Let's stop him before it's too late. Contact your Rep at tr.ee/removeRFKJr (1/4🧵) #ImpeachRFKJr #RemoveRFKJr #ImpeachTheQuack #RFKJr #StandUpForScience

Remind your state and federal lawmakers that permanent DST makes sunrise dangerously late—permanent Standard Time is the safer way to ditch the switch! savestandardtime.com/action/

TAKE ACTION | Save Standard Time

Tell policymakers to ditch DST and restore permanent Standard Time!

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Not all heroes wear capes, some wear labcoats! We need YOU heroes to get out with us on SATURDAY, MARCH 7TH in WASHINGTON D.C. to Take Back Our Science! Visit this link zurl.co/NFcn8 to learn more! #standupforscience #March7DC #science #savescience

Stand up for Science

Stand up for Science

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The most effective, evidence-based actions to take if your cat disappears and just as importantly, what not to do. Very valuable to know 👇 #BlueSkyCats #Catlovers #CatsOfBlueSky #Cats

If Your Cat Goes Missing: The Most Effective Things to Do (According to Behavior Experts)

When a cat goes missing, panic is natural — but what you do in the first 24–72 hours can dramatically increase the chances of a safe…

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Did you know that graduate students at the University of Guelph can pursue their studies with an emphasis on One Health? The Collaborative Specialization in One Health is ideal for students interested in complex health challenges. For more info, visit: www.uoguelph.ca/programs/col...

Collaborative Specialization in One Health

The Collaborative Specialization in One Health prepares future leaders for the complex challenges at the confluence of human, animal, and environmental health, working across disciplinary boundaries, ...

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Happy World Spay Day! 🐈🌎 Spay and neuter—including for community cats through #TNR —is one of the best ways to protect and improve cats' lives! Spay/neuter: 🐾 Stops the breeding cycle 🐾Prevents the stresses of heat, mating, and pregnancy 🐾 Reduces risk of reproductive diseases, including cancer

February is National Spay and Neuter Awareness Month. Today, I proudly introduced AB 2010, to address California’s out of control pet overpopulation crisis. AB 2010 provides a solution that will address this crisis. @aspca.org @sdhumane.bsky.social #spayandneuteryourpets #teamsoria #caleg #AD27

HEY Y'ALL! Did you miss all the Leftist Supply Depot jokes? Do you want to be part of the mysterious organization that results in a baffling number of dash cams dropping from the sky and into the hands of Minneapolis organizers??? We got you: amzn.to/3NY2y3s (if you hate amz plz go here instead)

Stand With Minnesota

Stand With Minnesota is a hub for supporting, learning, and taking action to support Minnesotans impacted by ICE and federal enforcement.

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New blog post up - part one of a series on aging in cats - FIRST UP - feline frailty, reviewing some research I was part of that was published last year. whatyourcatwants.com/helping-the-aging-cat-understanding-frailty

Helping the aging cat: Understanding frailty -

Our cats are living longer lives than ever before, drawing attention to questions about their quality of life as they age.

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www.youtube.com/shorts/z4dy0... A video from board-certified ophthalmologist a @glaucomflecken.bsky.social - FYI if you ever get pepper spray somehow onto you, in some manner.

What To Do If You Get Pepper Sprayed

YouTube video by Dr. Glaucomflecken

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REMINDER! Our webinar with The National Kitten Coalition is coming up soon and spots are filling fast. Register now! Click this link or find a link in our BIO to secure your spot! https://ow.ly/KAs650XVRVE Thanks to our sponsor, Zoetis! #everycathealth #cathealth #cat #cats #felinehealth

The 2026 Chemistry Faculty Jobs List has 372 tenure-track positions and 76 teaching-only positions: docs.google.com/spreadsheets... #facultychemjobs #chemsky ⚗️🧪

The 2026 Chemistry Faculty Jobs List

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Tuesday!!

Leptospirosis outbreak in Berkeley www.sfgate.com/bayarea/arti...

Dangerous bacterial outbreak in Bay Area city sparks health alert

"People may delay seeking medical care because it doesn't feel serious at first."

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In Memory: Bernadette M. Dunham, a life lived in public service @naohun.bsky.social @onehealthcsu.bsky.social @onehealthuofg.bsky.social @onehealthapha.bsky.social @avmajavma.bsky.social www.avma.org/news/memory-...

In Memory: Bernadette M. Dunham, a life lived in public service

From the AVMA to the Food and Drug Association, Dr. Bernadette M. Dunham devoted herself to advancing veterinary medicine. She died December 23, 2025, at the age of 75.

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“The rescue and the care system is this patchwork of people mostly doing it out of their homes because they see that there’s nobody there for them.” www.ctvnews.ca/ottawa/artic...

Eastern Ontario parrot rescue launches pilot project to address growing crisis

Parrots are one of the most popular pets in Canada, but animal rescues say there aren’t enough resources to support the birds that can often outlive their owners.

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The Canine and Feline Science Winter Webinar Series starts next week and gives you the chance to learn more about dogs and/or cats from an evidence-based perspective. Details here: www.companionanimalpsychology.com/2025/11/the-...

The Canine and Feline Science Winter Webinar Series

A unique opportunity to learn more about dog and cat behaviour with these evidence-based sets of webinars.

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If a president backed by oil companies wants to occupy Venezuela, then we the people are done funding it. Join the first wildcat gas boycott on Thursday, Jan 8th #CutTheFuel. Spread the word!

This paper has everything I could wish for in a scientific insight! Puppy ➡️ Strep ➡️ Happiness Dog ownership in adolescents was associated with fewer social problems and altered gut microbiota. Notably, a Streptococcus ASV correlated with sociability in both adolescents and ex-germ-free mice.

Dog ownership during adolescence alters the microbiota and improves mental health

Microbiome; Psychology

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I have personally been helped by Joe and he has done amazing work for the microbiology community, especially #BinningSingletons at #ASMicrobe. If you're able, please support!

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I know many of you know Joe James (of Binning Singletons) Joe and his family had a terrible tragedy occur on Christmas. If you can give, this is a good family to help out gofund.me/5cbfe22fe

These were the top blogs, podcasts, and videos of the year www.companionanimalpsychology.com/2025/12/the-...

The Companion Animal Psychology Blogs, Podcasts, and Videos of the Year

These were the most popular pieces on the blog and podcast in 2025.

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The moment you’ve all been waiting for is finally here: Our Top 10 Most Popular Names of 2025! Did your pet’s name make the list, or are they about to claim the coveted title of Most Original?

Good! The original study showed no demonstrable effect of his compound on dogs, yet he developed it and got paid $$$$ by a major pharmaceutical company to develop it into a ‘snake oil’ supplement. Be careful out there y’all. #VetMedSky #betterdatasavespets www.dailymail.co.uk/health/artic...

Top Harvard prof 'forced out' of presidency at prestigious academy

One of America's most influential health gurus, and founding father of longevity research, has been accused of 'selling snake oil' and 'deceiving' the public due to fatal flaws in his studies.

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One thing I already love about 2026 is that declawing will become illegal in California! 🥳 a24.asmdc.org/press-releas...

This week’s short podcast talks about what to do if your pets gets into trouble this Christmas, and how to avoid the most common problems at this time of year. Listen at the following link: www.petethevet.com/10-min-podca...

10 min podcast: A Vet’s Guide to a Stress-Free Christmas - Pete the Vet

This week's short podcast talks about what to do if your pets gets into trouble this Christmas, and how to avoid the most common problems at this time of

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Ursid meteor shower 2025: The longest night of the year approaches. On Dec. 21-22, keep an eye out for "shooting stars" as the annual Ursid meteor shower peaks. www.livescience.com/space/meteor...

Ursid meteor shower 2025: When and where to see 'shooting stars' on the longest night of the year

Here's how to see the Ursid meteor shower, which peaks in dark skies close to a new moon this year.

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