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Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health @fbmh-uom.bsky.social · Jul 24

Fantastic news and so well deserved, Erin!

Erin the Slime Scientist @erinpallott.bsky.social · Jul 17

I'm writing my thesis and wrapping up this PhD, but I've been extremely blessed in my final year to receive awards and recognition for my public engagement and sci-comm work.
Thank you to everyone who supported and nominated!

@britsocimm.bsky.social @fbmh-uom.bsky.social @fbmhdocacad.bsky.social

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Robin Hayward 🌳 🏳️‍⚧️ @canopyrobin.com · Jul 22

Did you know that bisexual flowers are perfect? Botanists do.

My latest pin celebrates the fact that 90% of flowering plants have individual flowers with both male and female parts. Botanists call these 'bisexual' or 'perfect' flowers. Please share!
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A row of five enamel pins in the shape of six-petal flowers in nonbinary, pan, bi, trans, and LGBTQ+ flag colours. Each is on a backing card that reads "A perfect flower by canopy robin. Did you know that 90% of flowering plants have individual flowers with both male and female parts. Botanists call this a perfect flower."
The bi flower's backing card is purple and the others are green.

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Erin the Slime Scientist @erinpallott.bsky.social · Jul 17

I'm writing my thesis and wrapping up this PhD, but I've been extremely blessed in my final year to receive awards and recognition for my public engagement and sci-comm work.
Thank you to everyone who supported and nominated!

@britsocimm.bsky.social @fbmh-uom.bsky.social @fbmhdocacad.bsky.social

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Erin the Slime Scientist @erinpallott.bsky.social · Jun 26

What came first, the scientist or the journalist? Great first panel for #abswss25 discussing career journeys into science journalism. 2 perspectives from a science background and 2 from a journalism background. @absw.bsky.social

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Quintana Lab @juanquintana.bsky.social · Jun 18

Amazing shortlisted colleagues on the EDI award @britsocimm.bsky.social - @pallettlab.bsky.social & @mcsinton.bsky.social lead important initiatives and I’m always inspired by this. Well done to everyone!

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Erin the Slime Scientist @erinpallott.bsky.social · Jun 18

This was a real surprise, and I'm so grateful. The support I've had has been phenomenal and it's giving me the courage to keep going and recognise "hey, I'm actually quite good at this". Thank you @britsocimm.bsky.social for this lovely award.

Quintana Lab @juanquintana.bsky.social · Jun 18

Super happy for @erinpallott.bsky.social for an honorable mention for her amazing activities on public engagement!! Go Erin! @britsocimm.bsky.social @lydiabeckeriii.bsky.social

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Erin the Slime Scientist @erinpallott.bsky.social · Jun 18

Thank you so much Juan! I wouldn't have done half the things I've achieved without the encouragement I get from you and others!

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Robin Hayward 🌳 🏳️‍⚧️ @canopyrobin.com · Jun 17

We're halfway through Pride so now seems a good time to drop a pin that people have been requesting: something for allies.

The thing is though, I'm not interested in selling a traditional ally pin that allows just anyone to claim they're on our side, so lets talk about that 🧵

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Rectangular pins with rounded corners and text that reads "ask me about allyship" or "Real allies take action" on the trans pride flag, intersex inclusive progress pride flag, and a plain black background.

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Erin the Slime Scientist @erinpallott.bsky.social · May 28

Thank you Juan!!! You've been amazingly supportive!

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Erin the Slime Scientist @erinpallott.bsky.social · May 27

I'm representing North West at the @FameLab national final on 6 June!
I'll be bringing the gross factor to my talk on mucus, alongside nine other amazing speakers covering a wide range of science topics.
So excited to show Cheltenham Science Festival attendees what I'm all about!
#SciComm #PhDSky

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Erin the Slime Scientist @erinpallott.bsky.social · May 15

Thank you so much, Juan!

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Erin the Slime Scientist @erinpallott.bsky.social · May 15

I am so pleased to announce that I have been shortlisted for the @britsocimm.bsky.social Public Engagement Award. I have worked really hard on supporting PE initiatives, as well as building my own ( @reshiveblog.bsky.social ), so this is really exciting for me!
#ImmunoSky #PhDSky

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Erin the Slime Scientist @erinpallott.bsky.social · May 12

I'm now on Instagram! No idea what I'm doing, but hopefully I can make it educational and fun. 🧪
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#SciComm #PhDSky #AcademicSky

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Erin the Slime Scientist @erinpallott.bsky.social · Apr 17

Thank you very much!

Erin the Slime Scientist @erinpallott.bsky.social · Apr 11

Hello! Please, could I be added to the feed? My Orcid ID:
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ORCID

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Erin the Slime Scientist @erinpallott.bsky.social · Apr 11

#FluorescenceFriday #FluorescentFriday
Here's a Trichuris muris egg getting up close and personal with the intestinal epithelium.
#PhDSky #ImmunoSky

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Erin the Slime Scientist @erinpallott.bsky.social · Apr 4

I was so excited and humbled that friends from different areas of my life all came to support me. Especially my partner who has never missed a single important moment for me. I worked hard for this, but I'm also so lucky to have them back me up.
#SciComm #PhDSky #FameLab

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Erin the Slime Scientist @erinpallott.bsky.social · Apr 4

Nothing like tackling a public speaking fear than a public speaking competition. I am so thrilled and shocked to have won the #FameLab North West final.
Everyone was amazing and I hope you're all proud. Looking forward to learning and improving ahead of the national finals!!
#SciComm #PhDSky

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Erin the Slime Scientist @erinpallott.bsky.social · Mar 7

We're working hard to think of new ways to be helpful! Always looking for feedback.

Research Hive - Sci-Comm Blog @reshiveblog.bsky.social · Mar 7

New free resource: Our blog team has put together a guide to help spark some writing inspiration!
Give it a read to learn styles and techniques other authors used.
Find the link in this new post, plus how to hear about upcoming FREE and OPEN TO ALL workshops 👀

How Do I Get Started? New Guide and Workshops

When we approach people with our blog opportunity, a common response is, “I’d like to give it a go, but I’m not sure where to start”. Getting started can be the hardest part…

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Research Hive - Sci-Comm Blog @reshiveblog.bsky.social · Mar 5

Is this surprising to you? Check our blog (and below!) for a recent post on how fiction reading is beneficial to your mental health and wellbeing. Read for fun, not as a chore! #BookSky #EduSky #AcademicSky

YouGov @yougov.co.uk · Mar 5

40% of Britons haven't read a single book in the last 12 months, with the median Briton having read or listened to just three in the past year

0 books: 40%
1: 3%
2: 5%
3: 7%
4: 4%
5: 3%
6-10: 10%
11-15: 6%
16-20: 4%
21-30: 5%
31-50: 4%
51+: 4%

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Research Hive - Sci-Comm Blog @reshiveblog.bsky.social · Mar 3

What makes a great leader? Confidence? Charisma? Jiya from @alliancembs.bsky.social explains that psychology points to something else: Emotional intelligence and understanding people. Have any stories on good/bad leadership? Let us know below!
#PsychSciSky #AcademicSky #SciComm

How Psychology Can Help you Become a Better Leader and Decision-Maker

Author: Jiya Mahajan // Editors: Emily Barrett & Erin Pallott When you think of a great leader, what comes to your mind? Maybe a CEO, a football coach giving a pep talk, or even a teacher who i…

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Research Hive - Sci-Comm Blog @reshiveblog.bsky.social · Feb 18

Scientists and politicians need to communicate if we want helpful scientific advancements to make it to everyday life. Federica looks at the links between science and policy and the current barriers to efficient cross-talk.

#SciComm #AcademicSky #PhDSky

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Science and Legislation: Challenges, benefits and hopes of a growing relationship

Author: Federica Spaggiari // Editors: Erin Pallott & Elan Shellard When people are asked to think of a word to describe politics, the answers range from laws to corruption, taxes to parties, e…

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Research Hive - Sci-Comm Blog @reshiveblog.bsky.social · Feb 6

When the PhD goes wrong, it can feel like the end of the world. Dead ends and failed experiments are hard, but often inevitable. Elan writes about her experience and tips for managing stress in these situations, emphasising community. Talk it out!

#PhDSky #PhDChat
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Probably Not the End of the World

Three realisations for coping with stress and anxiety when PhD plans go awry Author: Elan Shellard // Editors: Rashmi Danwaththa Liyanage & Oliver Hartley A PhD is a somewhat unique challenge i…

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Erin the Slime Scientist @erinpallott.bsky.social · Feb 3

With my wonderful partner's help, I ran a workshop introducing PGRs to blogging and how our platform @reshiveblog.bsky.social can help kickstart #scicomm skill development.
It was so exciting and with the great feedback, I hope I can start hosting it online to even more people
#PhDSky

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Erin the Slime Scientist @erinpallott.bsky.social · Dec 27

My Instagram feed is fully of worm queen videos thanks to my snooping 😂

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