Harmit Singh Malik
@harmitmalik.bsky.social
Study genetic conflicts professionally. Try to avoid conflicts in personal life (with mixed results).
Fred Hutch Basic Sciences,
UW Genome Sciences,
HHMI.
Posting in a personal capacity. My posts don’t reflect my employers’ opinions.
Fred Hutch Basic Sciences,
UW Genome Sciences,
HHMI.
Posting in a personal capacity. My posts don’t reflect my employers’ opinions.
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How the fuck the US - because make no mistake, it was the government - thought they could do a bullshit trial in “ignorant Africa” that was so unethical as to be unbelievable, I do not understand. And now Africa CDC has shut it down. Great!!
✨Africa CDC shuts down RFK's attempt to conduct a Tuskegee-like vaccine trial on children in Guinea-Bissau.
The study exploited “the scarcity of a proven beneficial vaccine in a context where that vaccine is needed,” said Boghuma Titanji.
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The study exploited “the scarcity of a proven beneficial vaccine in a context where that vaccine is needed,” said Boghuma Titanji.
@melodyschreiber.com www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
Controversial US study on hepatitis B vaccines in Africa is cancelled
$1.6m project drew outrage over ethical questions about withholding vaccines proven to prevent disease
www.theguardian.com
January 15, 2026 at 8:11 PM
How the fuck the US - because make no mistake, it was the government - thought they could do a bullshit trial in “ignorant Africa” that was so unethical as to be unbelievable, I do not understand. And now Africa CDC has shut it down. Great!!
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How did eukaryotic cells with complex architecture evolve from simpler prokaryotic cells? DNA analyses offer possible answers @nature.com
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Genomic clues to the origin of eukaryotic cells
How did eukaryotic cells with complex architecture evolve from simpler prokaryotic cells? DNA analyses offer possible answers.
www.nature.com
January 15, 2026 at 4:43 PM
How did eukaryotic cells with complex architecture evolve from simpler prokaryotic cells? DNA analyses offer possible answers @nature.com
www.nature.com/articles/d41...
www.nature.com/articles/s41... @bristoluni.bsky.social
www.nature.com/articles/s41...
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ICE’s killing of Renee Good sent a clear message to Americans: oppose Trump’s policies at your peril. It’s hard to imagine a greater affront to the First Amendment. bit.ly/3Kq348R
ICE Wants to Go After Dissenters as well as Immigrants
The Trump administration is being open about its plans to violate Americans’ First and Fourth Amendment rights.
www.brennancenter.org
January 15, 2026 at 8:01 PM
ICE’s killing of Renee Good sent a clear message to Americans: oppose Trump’s policies at your peril. It’s hard to imagine a greater affront to the First Amendment. bit.ly/3Kq348R
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The people in Minneapolis are not creating chaos—Trump is. ICE is completely out of control.
Trump is terrorizing an entire city as an act of political retribution.
It's Minneapolis today, it could be Seattle or New York tomorrow. Speaking up matters right now.
Trump is terrorizing an entire city as an act of political retribution.
It's Minneapolis today, it could be Seattle or New York tomorrow. Speaking up matters right now.
January 15, 2026 at 6:20 PM
The people in Minneapolis are not creating chaos—Trump is. ICE is completely out of control.
Trump is terrorizing an entire city as an act of political retribution.
It's Minneapolis today, it could be Seattle or New York tomorrow. Speaking up matters right now.
Trump is terrorizing an entire city as an act of political retribution.
It's Minneapolis today, it could be Seattle or New York tomorrow. Speaking up matters right now.
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we are re-enacting crimes against humanity that we swore would be put down deep in the ground forever
A St. Paul resident says federal officers knocked on her door and asked her to identify Hmong and Asian households in her North End neighborhood last week.
ICE in St. Paul: Man roughly detained at gas station, Border Patrol chief jeered in Midway Target
Videos and photos show a prevalence of federal agents in St. Paul recently.
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January 13, 2026 at 11:00 PM
we are re-enacting crimes against humanity that we swore would be put down deep in the ground forever
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The good news is that SIX seasoned federal prosecutors in Minnesota have resigned rather than engage in a bogus 'investigation' of Renee Good and her wife rather than investigating Good's killer.
The bad news is that there are now six fewer honest, dedicated federal prosecutors with DOJ.
The bad news is that there are now six fewer honest, dedicated federal prosecutors with DOJ.
Six Prosecutors Quit Over Push to Investigate ICE Shooting Victim’s Widow
www.nytimes.com
January 13, 2026 at 9:19 PM
The good news is that SIX seasoned federal prosecutors in Minnesota have resigned rather than engage in a bogus 'investigation' of Renee Good and her wife rather than investigating Good's killer.
The bad news is that there are now six fewer honest, dedicated federal prosecutors with DOJ.
The bad news is that there are now six fewer honest, dedicated federal prosecutors with DOJ.
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A Department of Homeland Security whistleblower has released the identities of about 4,500 ICE and Border Patrol employees Tuesday in what has been called potentially the largest agency data breach for the department.
Whistleblower drops 'largest ever' ICE leak to unmask agents: 'The last straw'
A Department of Homeland Security whistleblower has released the identities of about 4,500 ICE and Border Patrol employees Tuesday in what has been called potentially the largest agency data breach for the department.The killing of 37-year-old mother Renee Nicole Good by ICE agent Jonathan Ross last...
bit.ly
January 13, 2026 at 6:31 PM
A Department of Homeland Security whistleblower has released the identities of about 4,500 ICE and Border Patrol employees Tuesday in what has been called potentially the largest agency data breach for the department.
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the fact that HHS and NIH leadership aren’t talking about — much less celebrating or building on — this hard won progress tells you all you need to know about their bona fides
For the first time, the five-year survival rate for all cancers has reached 70 percent, according to a new report, a trend that reflects the effectiveness of early prevention and detection strategies, and advancements in treatment and care, experts say. https://wapo.st/45T6Zm3
January 14, 2026 at 1:31 AM
the fact that HHS and NIH leadership aren’t talking about — much less celebrating or building on — this hard won progress tells you all you need to know about their bona fides
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Heartbreaking 💔
ICE detained Arlit Maria Martinez on her way to work. 2 days later, her 15 yo son died of cancer. They wouldn't let her out to say goodbye. The family had planned to move back to Mexico prior to the cancer diagnosis but stayed for his treatment. Now, Mr Martinez has lost his wife to ICE & his son.
Teen dies of cancer days after mother arrested by ICE: ‘She’s never gonna see him’
The mother's family pleaded with federal officers for her release from custody to say her final goodbyes to her son, but their requests went unanswered.
www.wsaz.com
January 14, 2026 at 4:55 AM
Heartbreaking 💔
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They refused to probe a murder. The people with consciences walked out.
🚨 NEW: At least four leaders of the DOJ Civil Rights Division resigned because the section's head, Harmeet Dhillon, decided not to investigate shooting of Renee Good.
🚨 NEW: At least four leaders of the DOJ Civil Rights Division resigned because the section's head, Harmeet Dhillon, decided not to investigate shooting of Renee Good.
January 13, 2026 at 4:31 AM
They refused to probe a murder. The people with consciences walked out.
🚨 NEW: At least four leaders of the DOJ Civil Rights Division resigned because the section's head, Harmeet Dhillon, decided not to investigate shooting of Renee Good.
🚨 NEW: At least four leaders of the DOJ Civil Rights Division resigned because the section's head, Harmeet Dhillon, decided not to investigate shooting of Renee Good.
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Jonathan Ross fatally shot ICE protestor Renee Good in Minneapolis.
Billionaire Bill Ackman Gives $10,000 To Support ICE Agent In Minneapolis Shooting
Jonathan Ross fatally shot ICE protestor Renee Good in Minneapolis.
www.forbes.com
January 12, 2026 at 3:30 PM
Jonathan Ross fatally shot ICE protestor Renee Good in Minneapolis.
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I am calling for the arrest and prosecution of the ICE agent that shot and killed Renee Good.
I am also calling on Congress to support my bill with @jasmineforus.bsky.social to force ICE agents to wear body cameras, not wear masks, have visible identification & ensure ICE has independent oversight.
I am also calling on Congress to support my bill with @jasmineforus.bsky.social to force ICE agents to wear body cameras, not wear masks, have visible identification & ensure ICE has independent oversight.
January 13, 2026 at 2:32 AM
I am calling for the arrest and prosecution of the ICE agent that shot and killed Renee Good.
I am also calling on Congress to support my bill with @jasmineforus.bsky.social to force ICE agents to wear body cameras, not wear masks, have visible identification & ensure ICE has independent oversight.
I am also calling on Congress to support my bill with @jasmineforus.bsky.social to force ICE agents to wear body cameras, not wear masks, have visible identification & ensure ICE has independent oversight.
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Breaking NYT:
The Pentagon used a secret aircraft painted to look like a civilian plane in its first boat attack, according to officials briefed on the matter.
The laws of armed conflict forbid combatants from feigning civilian status.
That is a war crime called "perfidy."
The Pentagon used a secret aircraft painted to look like a civilian plane in its first boat attack, according to officials briefed on the matter.
The laws of armed conflict forbid combatants from feigning civilian status.
That is a war crime called "perfidy."
U.S. Attacked Boat With Aircraft That Looked Like a Civilian Plane
www.nytimes.com
January 13, 2026 at 12:05 AM
Breaking NYT:
The Pentagon used a secret aircraft painted to look like a civilian plane in its first boat attack, according to officials briefed on the matter.
The laws of armed conflict forbid combatants from feigning civilian status.
That is a war crime called "perfidy."
The Pentagon used a secret aircraft painted to look like a civilian plane in its first boat attack, according to officials briefed on the matter.
The laws of armed conflict forbid combatants from feigning civilian status.
That is a war crime called "perfidy."
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There’s a bitter irony in these headlines.
January 11, 2026 at 1:58 PM
There’s a bitter irony in these headlines.
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BRIC-CDFD was privileged to host Dr. Harmit Singh Malik, a renowned evolutionary biologist and the INSA Overseas Chair 2025 for Molecular and Cellular Biology.
In a captivating lecture, Dr. Malik described "Molecular Arms Races," underlying host-virus interactions.
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In a captivating lecture, Dr. Malik described "Molecular Arms Races," underlying host-virus interactions.
@harmitmalik.bsky.social
January 12, 2026 at 5:19 AM
BRIC-CDFD was privileged to host Dr. Harmit Singh Malik, a renowned evolutionary biologist and the INSA Overseas Chair 2025 for Molecular and Cellular Biology.
In a captivating lecture, Dr. Malik described "Molecular Arms Races," underlying host-virus interactions.
@harmitmalik.bsky.social
In a captivating lecture, Dr. Malik described "Molecular Arms Races," underlying host-virus interactions.
@harmitmalik.bsky.social
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Another little boy has just died from flu.
This year’s flu vaccine has been shown to reduce the risk of pediatric hospitalization from influenza by 72-75%.
It’s not too late to get vaccinated.
This year’s flu vaccine has been shown to reduce the risk of pediatric hospitalization from influenza by 72-75%.
It’s not too late to get vaccinated.
2-Year-Old Dies from the Flu: ‘Our Baby Boy Gained His Wings’
The New Jersey Department of Health confirmed that it has recorded its first pediatric flu death of the 2025-2026 season. The child's family identified him as 2-year-old Isaias Castillo IV of Livingst...
people.com
January 10, 2026 at 9:59 PM
Another little boy has just died from flu.
This year’s flu vaccine has been shown to reduce the risk of pediatric hospitalization from influenza by 72-75%.
It’s not too late to get vaccinated.
This year’s flu vaccine has been shown to reduce the risk of pediatric hospitalization from influenza by 72-75%.
It’s not too late to get vaccinated.
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Excellent piece. Highly recommended.
Spoiler: it is fascism.
Spoiler: it is fascism.
January 11, 2026 at 9:41 AM
Excellent piece. Highly recommended.
Spoiler: it is fascism.
Spoiler: it is fascism.
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The Norwegian Nobel Prize committee has been forced to make a statement, declaring that the prize cannot be transferred.
It's hard even to comprehend how stupid this has become
It's hard even to comprehend how stupid this has become
January 10, 2026 at 9:15 AM
The Norwegian Nobel Prize committee has been forced to make a statement, declaring that the prize cannot be transferred.
It's hard even to comprehend how stupid this has become
It's hard even to comprehend how stupid this has become
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NIH is losing so may good people. First they were fired or RIFd or pressured to retire early.
Now they are leaving because “no longer lend our credibility to an organization that has lost its integrity.”
Proud to know these brave scientists!
www.statnews.com/2026/01/10/n...
Now they are leaving because “no longer lend our credibility to an organization that has lost its integrity.”
Proud to know these brave scientists!
www.statnews.com/2026/01/10/n...
The NIH has lost its scientific integrity. So we left
“We can no longer lend our credibility to an organization that has lost its integrity,” write four scientists and administrators who recently resigned from the NIH.
www.statnews.com
January 10, 2026 at 1:44 PM
NIH is losing so may good people. First they were fired or RIFd or pressured to retire early.
Now they are leaving because “no longer lend our credibility to an organization that has lost its integrity.”
Proud to know these brave scientists!
www.statnews.com/2026/01/10/n...
Now they are leaving because “no longer lend our credibility to an organization that has lost its integrity.”
Proud to know these brave scientists!
www.statnews.com/2026/01/10/n...
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He didn't shoot her in the head at point blank range because he felt like he was in danger. He shot her in the head at point blank range because he was furious that she wasn't afraid of him. He shot her in the head at point blank range because he felt emasculated.
January 9, 2026 at 11:25 PM
He didn't shoot her in the head at point blank range because he felt like he was in danger. He shot her in the head at point blank range because he was furious that she wasn't afraid of him. He shot her in the head at point blank range because he felt emasculated.
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"Men fear women will laugh at them; women fear men will kill them."
-- Margaret Atwood, Waterloo University, February 1982
-- Margaret Atwood, Waterloo University, February 1982
January 8, 2026 at 4:54 PM
"Men fear women will laugh at them; women fear men will kill them."
-- Margaret Atwood, Waterloo University, February 1982
-- Margaret Atwood, Waterloo University, February 1982
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Timeline cleanse
January 8, 2026 at 5:49 PM
Timeline cleanse
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this is the world we live in — one in which progress is made to understand how the world works (including our bodies) and to apply that knowledge to help everyone (adults & kids) live longer and happier lives
no one can take away that world — they can only stomp their feet & insist it’s not real
no one can take away that world — they can only stomp their feet & insist it’s not real
6 years ago, our Nusayba rang the bell and was officially cancer free.
She's now a 9 year old diva. A stage 4 cancer survivor with a full liver transplant thanks to once anonymous donor Shawn Zahir who donated a piece of his liver to save the life of a girl he never met.
God is great.
She's now a 9 year old diva. A stage 4 cancer survivor with a full liver transplant thanks to once anonymous donor Shawn Zahir who donated a piece of his liver to save the life of a girl he never met.
God is great.
January 9, 2026 at 6:09 AM
this is the world we live in — one in which progress is made to understand how the world works (including our bodies) and to apply that knowledge to help everyone (adults & kids) live longer and happier lives
no one can take away that world — they can only stomp their feet & insist it’s not real
no one can take away that world — they can only stomp their feet & insist it’s not real