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eurobioimaging.bsky.social @eurobioimaging.bsky.social · 7d

🙌 #FOM2026 takes place in Stockholm 🇸🇪 from 🗓️ March 29 to April 1, exploring the latest innovations & developments in optical microscopy. Apply for financial support - up to 10 candidates from underrepresented backgrounds will be supported. 🔬
More info🔽
www.focusonmicroscopy.org/2026-financi...

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Software Sustainability Institute @softwaresaved.bsky.social · 20d

🔵 The Carpentries have recently published a new version of Building Better Research Software, a lesson in The Carpentries Incubator designed to serve as a “next steps” workshop after Software Carpentry. Find out more about it and how to get involved at: www.software.ac.uk/news/calling...

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Akaash Kumar @akaashkumar.bsky.social · 22d

🚨Publication alert🚨
My first, first-author paper is now out in @natphoton.nature.com! Our paper describes an iterative spectral unmixing algorithm and eight-channel camera-based hardware we developed enabling unmixing of low SNR live-cell data at video rates. www.nature.com/articles/s41...

Multispectral live-cell imaging with uncompromised spatiotemporal resolution - Nature Photonics

A tree-like arrangement of dichroic mirrors and multiple cameras coupled with an iterative spectral unmixing algorithm enables multispectral imaging of live cells in up to eight spectral channels with...

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Jonathan Taylor @jtimaging.bsky.social · Aug 28

This is a fantastic read. Entertaining and informative, with some great snark thrown in for good measure

johnasmolin.bsky.social @johnasmolin.bsky.social · Aug 28

eprint.iacr.org/2025/1237 Factorization using a dog! @dulwichquantum.bsky.social

Replication of Quantum Factorisation Records with an 8-bit Home Computer, an Abacus, and a Dog

This paper presents implementations that match and, where possible, exceed current quantum factorisation records using a VIC-20 8-bit home computer from 1981, an abacus, and a dog. We hope that this ...

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Jonathan Taylor @jtimaging.bsky.social · Aug 23

You're welcome to this one on me, if it helps? ︷

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Jonathan Taylor @jtimaging.bsky.social · Aug 20

Does anyone have any experience with building a DIY upconversion/SHG setup to get pulsed blue out of a Ti:Sapph laser (Chameleon)? It seems like it should be fairly straightforward, but I would value any tips people have, or numbers for efficiency level you achieved. Thanks in advance!

Jonathan Taylor @jtimaging.bsky.social · Jul 27

"emphasis on usability and maintainability will not only cultivate researchers who naturally think in terms of clean code but also equip them with transferable skills that are valuable in any industry". To get students on board & doing this out of choice, they must see benefits for themselves [3/3]

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Jonathan Taylor @jtimaging.bsky.social · Jul 27

Very much on my mind as I revamp a course on software development practive for STEM: "Currently, STEM undergraduates learn to program on toy problems. These do not adequately prepare one to deal with sprawling code bases that they will encounter in practice [...]" [2/3]

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Jonathan Taylor @jtimaging.bsky.social · Jul 27

A thoughtful account of why version control is essential for research software: "achieving the highest levels of insight and impact requires robust tooling and reproducibility baked into its core"; "...requires code that can handle significant complexity and can evolve" [1/3]

Software Sustainability Institute @softwaresaved.bsky.social · Jul 23

➡️ In our latest blog post #SSIFellow Hui Ling Wong delves deeper into how version control helps to make research more reproducible as discussed in a recent event at @imperialcollegeldn.bsky.social. Read more at www.software.ac.uk/blog/keeping...

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Jonathan Taylor @jtimaging.bsky.social · Jul 10

I whispered the answer but you were too far away to hear. If only there was a way you could hear me from further away

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Jonathan Taylor @jtimaging.bsky.social · Jul 1

A hexagonal honeycomb made by ‘C’s rather than bees?

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Jonathan Taylor @jtimaging.bsky.social · Jun 29

The impromptu celebration lacked champagne flutes for the prosecco, so we had to make do with beer glasses 😂

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Jonathan Taylor @jtimaging.bsky.social · Jun 29

I'm delighted to share the news that I've been promoted to (full) Professor. Feeling very thankful for all those who have mentored and supported me over the years, the smart and enthusiastic team I get to work with on cool science, and the colleagues who make Glasgow a great place to work.

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Jonathan Taylor @jtimaging.bsky.social · Jun 26

Some wise words on the use of GenAI in scientific activity. "...that is a tacit admission that the work is not worth being done by the scientist. [...] we’ve yielded the opportunity to think about science, discuss our practice, expand our understanding, spark new ideas and develop as researchers."

Carl T. Bergstrom @carlbergstrom.com · Jun 25

A few months ago, Nature published how-to guide for using ChatGPT to write your peer reviews in 30 minutes.

This is, of course, a horrible idea. Here’s my response with @jbakcoleman.bsky.social .

AI, peer review and the human activity of science

When researchers cede their scientific judgement to machines, we lose something important.

www.nature.com

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Jonathan Taylor @jtimaging.bsky.social · Jun 17

I’ve used their CCDs for years and have been quite a fan of them. Engineers are very responsive about driver stuff. After CCDs discontinued I am trialling a xiC and am impressed so far- but will need to check out Doug’s comments…

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Jonathan Taylor @jtimaging.bsky.social · Jun 14

Félicitations! Ça a l'air important et interessant.

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Jonathan Taylor @jtimaging.bsky.social · Jun 6

I'm excited to be co-organising a workshop on Imaging Forces & Mechanobiology in Living Tissues @ Imperial College London, Wed 2 July (with @noelresearchlab.bsky.social & @jvermot.bsky.social). Register here forms.cloud.microsoft/e/hakfMEbgRB by 13 Jun (limited spaces; will confirm acceptance asap)

Word cloud of keywords written by attendees, including "imaging forces", "technologies", "forces and mechanobiology", "tissue tension" etc

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University of Glasgow @uofglasgow.bsky.social · Jun 6

As we mark #PrideMonth, we take this moment to celebrate LGBTQ+ identities and also reflect on the ongoing work to make our universities places where every member can thrive.

Thank you to colleagues for co-authoring this powerful piece on Rainbow Office Hours ➡️ gla.ac/3Zio6uv

#OneTeamUofG 🏳️‍🌈 🏳️‍⚧️

University of Glasgow illuminated in rainbow pride flag colours

Queer teachers are living proof of queer futures - created by Adrian

A group of people standing outside of the univeristy of glasgow main building

Lauren stands in front of a presentation screen, it's titled: Category is... staff and student experiences of rainbow office hours.

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Carsten Schulte @carstenschulte4.bsky.social · May 30

#Science Bluesky, do your thing:
We're organising the International Symposium on Mechanobiology (ISMB) 2026 in #Glasgow & we're looking for research groups in Latin America & Africa who are doing great work in #Mechanobiology or adjacent areas.
Can you indicate some names to me?

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Carl T. Bergstrom @carlbergstrom.com · May 16

1. Over the past four months I've talked with many foundation directors about science philanthropy during Trump 2.0.

Two things come to the fore every time.

i) The most important they can do is maintain the pipeline of talent

ii) With the federal govt pulling out, ROI is higher now than ever.

Ryan Boileau @bffswithbiology.bsky.social · May 16

Oof, just got notice HHMI is not even doing Hanna Gray Fellows, or any competition, this year due to the challenging times in science funding rn 😬 Understandable. On the bright side, I was really proud my application🌈 #science #nih #hhmi

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Jonathan Taylor @jtimaging.bsky.social · Apr 29

For this scheme, you can choose the topic of study in conjunction with your chosen PhD supervisor. If you are considering PhD study, and are interested and eligible for this opportunity, I would be happy to help link you up with potential supervisors based on the research area you are excited about.

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Jonathan Taylor @jtimaging.bsky.social · Apr 29

Fully-funded and well-supported PhD opportunity for Black UK-domiciled students here at Glasgow University: www.gla.ac.uk/scholarships.... The main call for applications closed in January, but evidently 2 more places have become available - a potential open goal for a suitable applicant! [1/2]

University of Glasgow - Scholarships & funding - James McCune Smith PhD ScholarshipssearchSearch iconClose menu iconMenu icon bar 1Menu icon bar 2Menu icon bar 3

www.gla.ac.uk

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Jonathan Taylor @jtimaging.bsky.social · Apr 24

Some wise advice here about how to approach the challenges of PhD study, from the human perspective: www.nature.com/articles/d41...

You’re only human: a six-step strategy to surviving your PhD

Graduate students are not machines. Behaving like one during your programme will leave you frustrated and unfulfilled, says Gauthier Weissbart.

www.nature.com

Jonathan Taylor @jtimaging.bsky.social · Apr 7

It’s definitely in Edinburgh somewhere

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Jonathan Taylor @jtimaging.bsky.social · Apr 6

Wonderful meeting on Friday organised by @glasgowimaging.bsky.social , with inspiring and impressive keynote talk by @alicepyne.bsky.social and a brilliant array of ECR speakers doing cool science driven by imaging. Had some great conversations; looking forward to next year already 😀

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