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NPR @npr.org · 8d

Today marks the first day in public media’s history without federal funding. And we’re not going anywhere.

Listeners like you keep our mission alive. Protect one of the last places where America comes together to hear itself.

Stand with us today. Donate at this link: n.pr/46wamAj

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Gillian E. Bergmann, PhD @ingridblv426.bsky.social · 20d

Want to learn more about seed microbiomes and/or share your work? Come join us!!

Ahmed Abdelfattah @aabdelfattah.bsky.social · 20d

We are very excited to make the first announcement of SeedCon 2026. Please mark your calendars and look out for further updates on seedcon.org #SeedCon2026 #SeedMicrobiome #MicrobialInheritance #PlantMicrobiome #Conference

SeedCon2026 @seed-con.bsky.social · 20d

Save the Date!
Join us for SeedCon 2026 – The First International Seed Microbiome Conference in Potsdam, Germany.
📅 May 5–7, 2026
More details coming soon: seedcon.org
#SeedCon2026 #SeedMicrobiome #MicrobialInheritance #PlantMicrobiome #Conference

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ajceol.bsky.social @ajceol.bsky.social · Sep 6

🚨 The EU is trying to quietly weaken nature laws during summer break. We have 10 days to stop this.
Don't let them destroy our forests, rivers & wildlife in silence. #HandsOffNature www.wwf.eu/campaigns/it...

#ItsOurNature

www.wwf.eu

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Elizabeth Jacobs, PhD @elizabethjacobs.bsky.social · Sep 6

Fam, Dr. Houry is on BlueSky. She was the Chief Medical Officer at the CDC before she and several others very publicly resigned in response to the clear and present danger posed by RFK Jr.

I highly, HIGHLY recommend that you follow this extraordinary woman and leader.

@drdebhoury.bsky.social

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Gillian E. Bergmann, PhD @ingridblv426.bsky.social · Aug 30

Thank you! I think that techniques discussion is so important for studying microbes in plants (or any other question in science). Each approach has its pros and cons depending on what question you want to answer, and IMO, a combination of methods is best for holistic answers

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Microbes.Info @microbesinfo.bsky.social · Aug 25

How chefs and scientists are using kombucha and kimchi to study microbiology

Scientists and chefs have collaborated on a new study that demonstrates how fermented foods can be used to drive participatory science projects that both engage the public and advance our…

phys.org

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Gillian E. Bergmann, PhD @ingridblv426.bsky.social · Aug 17

I did an interview with the In Defense of Plants podcast about my journey into researching seed microbiota, some of what we currently know and what remains to be explored! You can check it out here: www.indefenseofplants.com/podcast/2025...

Ep. 539 - Exploring the Seed Microbiome — In Defense of Plants

In Defense of Plants' Matt Candeias talks with Dr. Gillian Bergmann about the microbiomes of seeds.

www.indefenseofplants.com

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Cath Hodsman @cathhodsman.bsky.social · Aug 10

Did u know?Pollinators & wildflowers (weeds)have evolved together over millennia. This natural partnership should be allowed to flourish in our own outside spaces. White Dead Nettle is a perfect example of this, especially as it starts flowering, early in the season, when food can be scarce. 🌱🌿🇬🇧🌱🌍🪲🐝

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Mary Beth O'Connor @marybethoconnor.bsky.social · Aug 9

This article's message applies even more today. Cutting Medicaid increases #Crime, in part because it reduces access to #mentalhealth and #addiction treatment.
boltsmag.org/medicaid-cov...

“We Need to See the Bigger Picture”: How Cuts to Medicaid Hurt Public Safety - Bolts

When a state made cuts to Medicaid, depriving people of access to health insurance, the crime rate increased: That’s the finding of a new academic study, supported by the National... Read More

boltsmag.org

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PBS News @pbsnews.org · Aug 10

Plants and animals deploy toxins most often in order to defend themselves. Learning how they do that and what happens when the human body is exposed to these substances can offer insights on how to prevent or manage these encounters with nature. (via @us.theconversation.com)
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Toxicologist explains how poison ivy and bee stings are nature’s chemical weapons

Poison ivy and bees stings are among the most common outdoor menaces for people enjoying the outdoors.

www.pbs.org

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Tadashi Fukami @fukamit.bsky.social · Aug 6

Assistant Professor position in Traditional Ecological Knowledge at Stanford University. Applications due Sept 30, 2025

facultypositions.stanford.edu/en-us/job/49...

Stanford | Faculty Positions: Details - Assistant Professor in Traditional Ecological Knowledge

facultypositions.stanford.edu

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50501: The People’s Movement ❌👑 @50501movement.bsky.social · Jul 6

The revolution will be localized.

Find organizations to join and support in your community.

Build resistance networks with your friends, family and colleagues.

Attend trainings on non-cooperation and train others with what you learn.

Building a national movement starts with you—in your backyard.

One Million Rising: Strategic Non-Cooperation to Fight Authoritarianism · No Kings

Across the country, authoritarian forces are getting bolder and more dangerous. Trump and his allies are not hiding their agenda: mass deportations, rollbacks of civil rights, weaponized courts, and f...

www.mobilize.us

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Zohran Kwame Mamdani @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social · Jun 25

In the words of Nelson Mandela: it always seems impossible until it’s done.

My friends, it is done. And you are the ones who did it.

I am honored to be your Democratic nominee for the Mayor of New York City.

Zohran looking out on a victory night crowd.

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Gillian E. Bergmann, PhD @ingridblv426.bsky.social · Jun 26

Spotted some bumble bees buzz pollinating thimbleberry flowers on the Oregon coast the other day!! The bees vibrate their abdomens to shake off more pollen #pollination #pollinators

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Gillian E. Bergmann, PhD @ingridblv426.bsky.social · Jun 17

Salut, les mignons !

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Gillian E. Bergmann, PhD @ingridblv426.bsky.social · Jun 17

Among the many family, friends and colleagues who supported my grad school journey, I must thank my fuzzy baby Kaylee. I adopted her a week after moving to Davis, and she’s been on so many adventures with me these 5 years. Now she’s honorary Dr. Fuzz!

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jtkindt.bsky.social @jtkindt.bsky.social · Jun 17

Happy National Pollination Week! This is a small carpenter bee (Ceratina) on Venus’s Looking Glass (Triodanis) from late May in John’s Creek GA. #bees #bugsky #insects #macro #pollination

Face-on view of a purple flower with five narrow petals radiating from a white center. A dark metallic blue bee, about the length of one of the petals, is resting on the flower. It has a small white mark on its face and hairs dusted with white pollen on its rear legs.

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Pedro Leão @pedroleao.bsky.social · Jun 16

"In a competitive academic world, building bridges instead of walls may be our most powerful tool to accelerate discovery and rebuild public trust in science."

I'm very happy with this article piece! 🥳

www.the-scientist.com/science-thri...

Science Thrives on Trust: Why Collaboration Is Our Greatest Strength

In a competitive academic world, building bridges instead of walls may be our most powerful tool to accelerate discovery and rebuild public trust in science.

www.the-scientist.com

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Gillian E. Bergmann, PhD @ingridblv426.bsky.social · Jun 13

I did it!! @ucdavis.bsky.social doctoral commencement yesterday

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Gillian E. Bergmann, PhD @ingridblv426.bsky.social · Jun 5

Thank you to my advisors Johan Leveau and Rachel Vannette, my committee member Marcel Holyoak, my collaborators @lmatthieul.bsky.social and @microbialmarie.bsky.social , and all my colleagues and interns for their support!

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Gillian E. Bergmann, PhD @ingridblv426.bsky.social · May 30

Successfully presented my exit seminar today! I’ve got some minor revisions to do, but then I submit my dissertation next week!

@lmatthieul.bsky.social @ucdavis.bsky.social

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Gillian E. Bergmann, PhD @ingridblv426.bsky.social · May 30

A great seminar by @lmatthieul.bsky.social from @emersys-irhs.bsky.social on seed microbiota today!

FR: un séminaire merveilleux par Matthieu Barret d’équipe EmerSys sur le microbiote de la graine aujourd’hui !

@irhs-angers.bsky.social

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Gillian E. Bergmann, PhD @ingridblv426.bsky.social · Apr 19

“Solidarity forever, for the union makes us strong” -Pete Seeger (alt lyrics: for together we are strong)

Important words from @rbreich.bsky.social yesterday! Protect your neighbors, protect your community.

Robert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · Apr 18

The next days and months and years will demand from all of us great courage — and solidarity. Be prepared.

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Gillian E. Bergmann, PhD @ingridblv426.bsky.social · Apr 15

Im excited to share that I’ll be joining @aabdelfattah.bsky.social ‘s Microbiome Management group as a postdoc starting this summer! I’m thankful for the opportunity to continue studying seed microbiomes and build new collaborations in Germany and the EU. Next step is to graduate!

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Gillian E. Bergmann, PhD @ingridblv426.bsky.social · Apr 10

Spring in Davis means watching for mating displays by male Carpenter Bees (Xylocopa sonorina)!

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