Lauren Quinn
@lquinnphd.bsky.social
science writer mom former botanist current plant nerd introvert still following covid precautions
Don't forget to comment before July 13!
National Association of Science Writers (NASW)@sciencewriters.org · 2mo agoONE WEEK LEFT TO COMMENT: Proposed rule revisions of federal grant guidelines by the OMB will limit transparency and the communication of scientific findings. Learn more: www.nasw.org/article... Log your opposition by July 13: www.regulations.gov/...
Proposed rule revisions of federal grant guidelines by the OMB will limit transparency and the communication of scientific findings. Learn more: www.nasw.org/article... Honor America's 250th by letting your voice be heard. Log your opposition by July 13: www.regulations.gov/...
Proposed OMB changes would gut science communication — Comment by July 13
The U.S. Office of Management and Budget recently proposed extensive changes to [federal grant guidelines](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/05/29/2026-10817/regulation-for-federal-financial-assistance) that would severely restrict how scientists communicate their research findings to the public and American taxpayers.
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Proud to stand with @sciencewriters.org and all who have called attention to the disastrous proposed OMB changes to federal grant guidelines. Read the NASW statement, then go make your comment before Jul. 13! NASW statement: www.nasw.org/article/prop... Comment: www.regulations.gov/document/OMB...
Nicole Kidman as Gretchen Carlson: Speak Up, Get Mad
ALT: Nicole Kidman as Gretchen Carlson: Speak Up, Get Mad
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Plants make over a million chemicals to help them thrive in harsh environments. Illinois researchers are using new tools to listen to plants' chemical language, revealing breeding targets for more resilient crops. DOI: academic.oup.com/plphys/artic... Read: aces.illinois.edu/news/plants-...
Still processing all I took in at #SciWri25, but I know one thing: Science writers are crazy inspiring and determined people who will never stop seeking and sharing the facts. So grateful to learn from them, thanks to the huge efforts of @sciencewriters.org and @sciencewriting.bsky.social.
#BirdSky: what vagrants are you seeing? 🦜 New paper from @illinoisnres.bsky.social, @birdsoftheworld.bsky.social, & @pointblue.bsky.social uncovers the origin of six vagrant warbler spp. in CA's Farallon Islands. Story: aces.illinois.edu/news/lost-or... DOI: academic.oup.com/auk/advance-...
Getting super excited to see fellow science writers at #SciWri25 this weekend! If you're an institutional science communicator, be sure to stop by our table at the Saturday Open House (12-1) and say hi. Can't wait!
National Association of Science Writers (NASW)@sciencewriters.org · last yr.TOMORROW: Make plans to join your colleagues online or in person -or both! #SciWri25 registration opens Thursday. Early bird discount available until Oct 1. REGISTRATION INFO: sciencewriters2025.o... PROGRAM: sciencewriters2025.o...
Love visiting the 🦒🦒🦒 at your local zoo? They may not be who they say they are. New U. of I. research shows many American zoo/ranch giraffes are hybrids of two or more species, reducing their conservation value. Story: aces.illinois.edu/news/wild-gi... DOI: academic.oup.com/jhered/advan...
📣Job alert! 📣 We’re seeking a strategic marketing and communications leader who embraces the land-grant mission, inspires a diverse team, and drives engagement and visibility to advance college goals. There is an expectation to be local/hybrid. *Apply by Nov. 19.* illinois.csod.com/ux/ats/caree...
Assistant Dean of Marketing Communications - College of ACES
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Loved this piece on the acknowledgements sections of dissertations. I had to dig mine out to re-read what I wrote. Ah, the sincerity! @sciencewriters.org: Good choice in including this as an honorable mention in the Excellence in Institutional Writing Awards! science.anu.edu.au/news-events/...
The unexpected poetry of PhD acknowledgements
After reading hundreds and hundreds of PhD theses, we accidentally discovered how to write the perfect PhD acknowledgement: it's a kind of poetry.
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American universities are navigating rapid changes to federal policy & funding. Within this upheaval, science communicators are doubling down to reinforce awareness of the societal impact of our research enterprise. Join @sciencewriters.org on Sept. 26 to learn how. www.nasw.org/events/sciwr...
SciWriSpotlight: Meeting the moment
All interested professionals and students are invited to register for the upcoming, free #SciWriSpotlight webinar “Meeting the Moment: Communicating the importance of university research during challe...
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Are you an institutional communicator (PIO) and a @sciencewriters.org member? Join us TODAY at noon Eastern for what promises to be a great session on crafting effective science press releases. Featuring @shiplives.bsky.social and @thomassumner.com! Don't miss it! www.nasw.org/events/craft...
Crafting effective press releases
The Institutional Communicators Committee is excited to host a panel discussion on a much-requested topic: Crafting effective press releases.
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Did you miss our big news last week: #SciWri25 has a new location and dates! Get ready to gather in Chicago Nov 7-9. The virtual portion will take place Oct 22-24. Thank you to everyone for your support during this journey. Details: www.nasw.org/article...
ScienceWriters2025 to be held in Chicago November 7-9
The National Association of Science Writers and the Council for the Advancement of Science Writing are excited to announce that ScienceWriters2025 will take place in Chicago, November 7–9, at the Marriott Chicago O’Hare.
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A worthy cause!
Penn Science Policy and Diplomacy Group@pspdg.bsky.social · last yr.Are you interested in writing for the McClintock Letters, but aren't sure where to start? Join us for an Op-Ed workshop led by author and NYT reporter and editor Clay Risen @risenc.bsky.social this Wednesday, May 7th at 4pm ET. Register here to attend on Zoom: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
There's a small prairie 10 min. from my home. Those same tall grasses have been growing here for *millions* of years. Is it just me, or is it wild to imagine those vast ancient prairie grasses supplying the fuel to fly planes?✈️ #SAF #scienceiscool aces.illinois.edu/news/illinoi...
Good news! The Soybean Innovation Lab has received a gift of $1M & a year's reprieve to continue building Africa's soybean value chain after USAID's shutdown. Federal funding is needed to fully restore the project, but it's great to see this critical work continue. aces.illinois.edu/news/1m-gift...
Glad to see my chancellor and university president signed on to this @aacu.org letter. www.aacu.org/newsroom/a-c...
A Call for Constructive Engagement | AAC&U
A Call for Constructive Engagement
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If we’re going to survive this we need news organizations to figure out WHAT THEY ARE HERE FOR. Are they NOT attacks on democracy NYT? Are they only “what some people think” are attacks on democracy? This is the definition of FLACCID. Looking at you @nytimes.com
Are you a @sciencewriters.org member and an institutional communicator/PIO? Have you wanted to get better at media training your experts? Or just see how others are approaching media training? Plan to join us on April 17 for our next virtual meetup! And please share! www.nasw.org/events/virtu...
Virtual event: Media training your experts
Join the NASW PIO Committee at noon Eastern on April 17 to hear from Kenna Hughes-Castleberry (University of Colorado Boulder), who will share her expertise on media training for scientists.
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I wish I was more shocked at how much this administration hates women www.nytimes.com/2025/04/01/h...
Trump Aid Cuts End Contraception Access for Millions of Women (Gift Article)
The United States was a key supplier of contraceptives in many developing countries. The Trump administration has ended that support.
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This is my friend’s family member. Please share.
@frankrumore.bsky.social · last yr.Hello Friends. Many of you in Hunterdon County may recognize this guy. He may have helped you in the past. Well, today he needs our help. On March 12, friend, father, husband, and beloved community member Karim Daoud was detained by ICE. Karim is not a criminal. He has no criminal history at all.
Feeling like you’re doing SOMETHING to help in these insane times is a good thing. Check out this article from @vox.com www.vox.com/future-perfe...
3 ways you can help the people hurt by Trump’s foreign aid cuts
The president took away life-saving aid. You can give some of it back.
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Monthly donations to @nrdc.org are being matched right now. I just set mine up. Join me?
NRDC@nrdc.org · last yr.President Trump and EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin have launched an unprecedented attack on the EPA’s mission to protect the environment and public health. Their plans include repealing standards vital to combatting the climate crisis and shuttering the EPA's environmental justice office.
Last one and then I am going to focus on my work. @schumer.senate.gov appears to believe that it is the 'far left' that desires a no vote. That characterization is a scapegoat. The union wants a no, Fed Workers want a no, those who believe in Democracy want a no.
Please call/email TODAY! @duckworth.senate.gov - since I can never get through to your office, here’s my message (also emailed)
March 14th at noon there will be marches at all state capitols for Veterans.
But our work is far from done—science is still under attack. We’ve got ideas, but we want to hear from you. What’s worrying you most? What should we do next? How can we grow this movement together? Fill out this quick form to share your thoughts & stay connected: forms.gle/QAxH4wD4Y3sg...
How do we keep Standing Up for Science?
A heartfelt thank you for everyone that Stood Up for Science with us on March 7th—whether it be volunteering, donating, sharing, or attending in event, we're forever indebted to people like you who ca...
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