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Jessica Riesterer McQuiston
@astitchyscientist.bsky.social
A scientist who likes to sew and see the Pacific Northwest via her minty-fresh Vespa. Only on here for cute dog content.
Reviewing literature is always easier with a buddy…especially if cuddles are included.
March 13, 2025 at 6:53 PM
Reposted by Jessica Riesterer McQuiston
"’America's competitors will relish this self-inflicted wound,’ Owens says. ‘We urge NIH leaders to rescind this dangerous policy before its harms are felt by Americans.’”

www.npr.org/sections/sho...
NIH announces new funding policy that rattles medical researchers
The National Institutes of Health has dramatically changed its grant-making terms by limiting how much it will disburse for costs such as equipment and administration.
www.npr.org
February 9, 2025 at 4:43 PM
Reposted by Jessica Riesterer McQuiston
February 8, 2025 at 10:46 PM
Reposted by Jessica Riesterer McQuiston
In a memo obtained by NPR, acting health secretary Dorothy Fink forbade staff from public communications on most matters until Feb. 1, unless they get express approval from 'a presidential appointee.'
Federal health agencies told to halt all external communications
In a memo obtained by NPR, acting health secretary Dorothy Fink forbade staff from public communications on most matters until Feb. 1, unless they get express approval from 'a presidential appointee.'
www.npr.org
January 22, 2025 at 8:36 PM
Fritz just vibing…
January 21, 2025 at 12:31 AM
2025 Me Made #3:
Zip-up tray so I can keep my notions corralled…they tend to walk away otherwise. 👀

Pattern: Zip-up tray pouch by Aneela Hoey
Fabric: quilting cotton in my stash, think it was from Bolt Fabrics long ago.
January 12, 2025 at 4:43 PM
2025 Me Made #2:
Work Apron for @piql.bsky.social, because setting rivets is fun and stress-relieving! 🔨

My new Bernina 590 handled the thick canvas like a champ!

Pattern: Sailrite Work Apron
Fabric: Blackbird Fabrics
January 12, 2025 at 4:36 PM