Sara Bombaci
@justscience.bsky.social
Asst. Prof @ ColoradoState • Social Justice • Urban ecology • Acoustic Ecology • Human Wildlife Interactions • Latina • NSF/Ford/Nat Geo Fellow/ESA EEE Scholar
New research reveals 74% of students and educators across varied identities find #DEI initiatives effective!
Top strategies: family care support, accessible campuses/classes, diverse leadership, and mentorship.
#HigherEducation #Academia #DEIworks
Preprint:
www.researchsquare.com/article/rs-5...
Top strategies: family care support, accessible campuses/classes, diverse leadership, and mentorship.
#HigherEducation #Academia #DEIworks
Preprint:
www.researchsquare.com/article/rs-5...
Many DEI Initiatives are Viewed as Generally Effective by Students and Educators
Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives are integral to many U.S. universities’ missions to foster supportive campus communities. Despite progress, challenges like limited resources a...
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October 27, 2025 at 4:54 PM
New research reveals 74% of students and educators across varied identities find #DEI initiatives effective!
Top strategies: family care support, accessible campuses/classes, diverse leadership, and mentorship.
#HigherEducation #Academia #DEIworks
Preprint:
www.researchsquare.com/article/rs-5...
Top strategies: family care support, accessible campuses/classes, diverse leadership, and mentorship.
#HigherEducation #Academia #DEIworks
Preprint:
www.researchsquare.com/article/rs-5...
Job alert!
Come join our department as an Assistant Professor in Stream Fish Ecology! We have an amazingly collaborative and collegial space for you to grow your research program!
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Come join our department as an Assistant Professor in Stream Fish Ecology! We have an amazingly collaborative and collegial space for you to grow your research program!
Share widely!
#AcademicTwitter
#academicCareers
October 27, 2025 at 2:19 PM
Job alert!
Come join our department as an Assistant Professor in Stream Fish Ecology! We have an amazingly collaborative and collegial space for you to grow your research program!
Share widely!
#AcademicTwitter
#academicCareers
Come join our department as an Assistant Professor in Stream Fish Ecology! We have an amazingly collaborative and collegial space for you to grow your research program!
Share widely!
#AcademicTwitter
#academicCareers
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Science funding is drying up so we’re out here, cap in hand, asking for your support so we can buy hats for our bird monitoring volunteers! Donate link: give.colostate.edu/schools/Colo...
@justscience.bsky.social
@justscience.bsky.social
Help Public Science Study of Urban Birds
Support the Public Science Study of Urban Birds!
give.colostate.edu
October 17, 2025 at 11:43 AM
Science funding is drying up so we’re out here, cap in hand, asking for your support so we can buy hats for our bird monitoring volunteers! Donate link: give.colostate.edu/schools/Colo...
@justscience.bsky.social
@justscience.bsky.social
Help Public Science Study of Urban Birds
Support the Public Science Study of Urban Birds!
give.colostate.edu
October 3, 2025 at 8:25 PM
New paper out "Making conservation more inclusive is a realization of our land ethic" - such a pleasure to work on this with such a great team!
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Making conservation more inclusive is a realization of our land ethic
Aldo Leopold's essay The Land Ethic is a cornerstone of North American conservation science. It is celebrated for its emphasis on the interconnectedne…
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September 1, 2025 at 6:57 PM
New paper out "Making conservation more inclusive is a realization of our land ethic" - such a pleasure to work on this with such a great team!
www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...
www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...
Plenary speakers shape careers & culture in science. Our new study of ecology conferences (2000–2023) shows women’s representation is rising—but still trails by career stage & disciplines. Read more: doi.org/10.1093/bios...
#WomenInSTEM #SciComm
#WomenInSTEM #SciComm
Forward steps, lingering gaps: gender representation among distinguished speakers at professional conferences
Abstract. Plenary speakers serve as role models for early-career scholars, and these talks advance the speakers’ careers while celebrating the important sc
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July 3, 2025 at 3:39 PM
Plenary speakers shape careers & culture in science. Our new study of ecology conferences (2000–2023) shows women’s representation is rising—but still trails by career stage & disciplines. Read more: doi.org/10.1093/bios...
#WomenInSTEM #SciComm
#WomenInSTEM #SciComm
🌟 Today, I got TENURE!
There aren’t many first-generation, non-traditional, Chicana scientists I’ve met on this path.
That's why this moment is significant to me. Tenure isn’t just a milestone—it’s a testament to the power of showing up authentically in spaces not built for us.
#WomenInSTEM
There aren’t many first-generation, non-traditional, Chicana scientists I’ve met on this path.
That's why this moment is significant to me. Tenure isn’t just a milestone—it’s a testament to the power of showing up authentically in spaces not built for us.
#WomenInSTEM
June 3, 2025 at 8:31 PM
🌟 Today, I got TENURE!
There aren’t many first-generation, non-traditional, Chicana scientists I’ve met on this path.
That's why this moment is significant to me. Tenure isn’t just a milestone—it’s a testament to the power of showing up authentically in spaces not built for us.
#WomenInSTEM
There aren’t many first-generation, non-traditional, Chicana scientists I’ve met on this path.
That's why this moment is significant to me. Tenure isn’t just a milestone—it’s a testament to the power of showing up authentically in spaces not built for us.
#WomenInSTEM
Reposted by Sara Bombaci
More evidence that recent cuts to health, science and climate don't reflect what voters want:
New @yaleclimatecomm.bsky.social research finds 75% of registered US voters want federal agencies to maintain or increase efforts to protect people from the health harms of global warming.
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New @yaleclimatecomm.bsky.social research finds 75% of registered US voters want federal agencies to maintain or increase efforts to protect people from the health harms of global warming.
Read more:
A majority of registered voters want federal agencies to increase their efforts to protect people from the health harms of global warming
55% said federal agencies should do more to protect people from the health harms of global warming.
climatecommunication.yale.edu
May 21, 2025 at 12:27 AM
More evidence that recent cuts to health, science and climate don't reflect what voters want:
New @yaleclimatecomm.bsky.social research finds 75% of registered US voters want federal agencies to maintain or increase efforts to protect people from the health harms of global warming.
Read more:
New @yaleclimatecomm.bsky.social research finds 75% of registered US voters want federal agencies to maintain or increase efforts to protect people from the health harms of global warming.
Read more:
Tried a little creative writing this morning...
March 20, 2025 at 11:33 AM
Tried a little creative writing this morning...
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Briefly putting on my hat as @asn-amnat.bsky.social President: The ASN Council has just distributed an updated message to the American Society of Naturalists members with information about actions that can be undertaken to advocate for science, and scientists, within the US:
February 26, 2025 at 1:56 AM
Briefly putting on my hat as @asn-amnat.bsky.social President: The ASN Council has just distributed an updated message to the American Society of Naturalists members with information about actions that can be undertaken to advocate for science, and scientists, within the US:
Reposted by Sara Bombaci
For decades, the US government has painstakingly kept American science #1 globally—and every facet of American life has improved because of it. The internet? Flu shot? Ozempic? All grew out of federally-funded research. Now all that's being dismantled. 1/ www.technologyreview.com/2025/02/21/1...
The foundations of America’s prosperity are being dismantled
Federal scientists warn that Americans could feel the effects of the new administration's devastating cuts for decades to come
www.technologyreview.com
February 21, 2025 at 1:01 PM
For decades, the US government has painstakingly kept American science #1 globally—and every facet of American life has improved because of it. The internet? Flu shot? Ozempic? All grew out of federally-funded research. Now all that's being dismantled. 1/ www.technologyreview.com/2025/02/21/1...
Trump is trying to have total authority and nullify the constitution. Read that again and let it sink in, then petition to congress to stop him:
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Executive order undermines checks and balances, review needed
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February 21, 2025 at 1:52 PM
Trump is trying to have total authority and nullify the constitution. Read that again and let it sink in, then petition to congress to stop him:
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My colleague is running an African Field School for camera trap studies. A great opportunity for postgrads/ecologists looking for some African exposure for camera trap training.
See: wildecolabdotcom.wordpress.com/courses/
See: wildecolabdotcom.wordpress.com/courses/
Courses
African Field School on Design and Analysis of Camera Trap Studies – 2025 This is a 12-day active training course in game reserve in a game reserve in South Africa. Participants will learn th…
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February 19, 2025 at 5:48 PM
My colleague is running an African Field School for camera trap studies. A great opportunity for postgrads/ecologists looking for some African exposure for camera trap training.
See: wildecolabdotcom.wordpress.com/courses/
See: wildecolabdotcom.wordpress.com/courses/
I created a petition to protect federal jobs. It can easily be signed on resistbot.
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Protect federal jobs. Prevent setbacks and economic losses that hurt Americans
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February 17, 2025 at 2:26 PM
I created a petition to protect federal jobs. It can easily be signed on resistbot.
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Petition against the persecution of DEI in science:
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Support NSF's mission, foster inclusive scientific progress
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February 15, 2025 at 11:08 PM
Petition against the persecution of DEI in science:
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Reposted by Sara Bombaci
Many don't know that USFWS runs the world's only wildlife forensics lab. Yes, that's right, the only one in THE WORLD. It's also the official wildlife crime lab for CITES and Interpol. It's an amazing place staffed by amazing and conscientious scientists and one of our underappreciated crown jewels.
February 15, 2025 at 12:40 AM
Many don't know that USFWS runs the world's only wildlife forensics lab. Yes, that's right, the only one in THE WORLD. It's also the official wildlife crime lab for CITES and Interpol. It's an amazing place staffed by amazing and conscientious scientists and one of our underappreciated crown jewels.
A must read if you don't want a dictator. Key takeaways from a government employee in the last Trump administration:
Public Protest is a Powerful Tool
Resistance Can Be Effective
Sustained Activism Matters
www.politico.com/news/magazin...
Public Protest is a Powerful Tool
Resistance Can Be Effective
Sustained Activism Matters
www.politico.com/news/magazin...
Opinion | Notes to the American People — and Government Workers — on How to Stop Trump
Resistance to Trump can work. I’ve seen it happen.
www.politico.com
February 12, 2025 at 2:19 PM
A must read if you don't want a dictator. Key takeaways from a government employee in the last Trump administration:
Public Protest is a Powerful Tool
Resistance Can Be Effective
Sustained Activism Matters
www.politico.com/news/magazin...
Public Protest is a Powerful Tool
Resistance Can Be Effective
Sustained Activism Matters
www.politico.com/news/magazin...
Resistance made easy!
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What it does: Text-based service that allows you to send faxes, letters, and messages to your representatives via SMS or social media platforms.
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February 12, 2025 at 2:17 PM
Resistance made easy!
Website: resist.bot
What it does: Text-based service that allows you to send faxes, letters, and messages to your representatives via SMS or social media platforms.
Website: resist.bot
What it does: Text-based service that allows you to send faxes, letters, and messages to your representatives via SMS or social media platforms.
I created a petition to protect academic freedom and constitutional rights on campus.
Use resistbot: text SIGN PLFDDD to 50409
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Protect academic freedom and constitutional rights on campus
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February 8, 2025 at 5:41 PM
I created a petition to protect academic freedom and constitutional rights on campus.
Use resistbot: text SIGN PLFDDD to 50409
share: resist.bot/petitions/PL...
Use resistbot: text SIGN PLFDDD to 50409
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To those in #DEI in #education. Please read the fine print in the executive order and don't surrender to fear tactics and give up your right to academic freedom and free speech.
Sec. 7. Scope. (a) This order does not apply to...
Sec. 7. Scope. (a) This order does not apply to...
February 8, 2025 at 12:17 PM
To those in #DEI in #education. Please read the fine print in the executive order and don't surrender to fear tactics and give up your right to academic freedom and free speech.
Sec. 7. Scope. (a) This order does not apply to...
Sec. 7. Scope. (a) This order does not apply to...
January 31, 2025 at 5:51 PM
Only a few days left to apply. Come join our wonderful department in beautiful Colorado!
#jobs
#Fisheries
#Ecology
#aquatics
#conservation
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#jobs
#Fisheries
#Ecology
#aquatics
#conservation
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Our department @ CSU FWCB is hiring an Assistant Professor in Lake/Reservoir Fish Ecology. Our department is one of the most supportive and collegial that I've ever known! It's an amazing place for new faculty! Come join us, and please share widely‼️
jobs.colostate.edu/postings/153...
jobs.colostate.edu/postings/153...
Assistant Professor in Lake/Reservoir Fish Ecology, Conservation, and Management
Lentic ecosystems provide key services to humans but are under increasing threats that include reduced water availability, nonnative species, and a changing climate. Lentic ecosystems are vitally impo...
jobs.colostate.edu
December 15, 2024 at 1:33 PM
Only a few days left to apply. Come join our wonderful department in beautiful Colorado!
#jobs
#Fisheries
#Ecology
#aquatics
#conservation
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#jobs
#Fisheries
#Ecology
#aquatics
#conservation
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Reposted by Sara Bombaci
Women are under-represented at senior levels in #academia globally, & across all #science 🧪 disciplines, as shown by these "scissor-shaped curves" ✂️
So how can we ever achieve #gender #equality?
We discuss various strategies in this #Cell Commentary
#WomeninSTEM
www.cell.com/cell/fulltex...
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So how can we ever achieve #gender #equality?
We discuss various strategies in this #Cell Commentary
#WomeninSTEM
www.cell.com/cell/fulltex...
🧵 1/
November 25, 2024 at 12:38 PM
Women are under-represented at senior levels in #academia globally, & across all #science 🧪 disciplines, as shown by these "scissor-shaped curves" ✂️
So how can we ever achieve #gender #equality?
We discuss various strategies in this #Cell Commentary
#WomeninSTEM
www.cell.com/cell/fulltex...
🧵 1/
So how can we ever achieve #gender #equality?
We discuss various strategies in this #Cell Commentary
#WomeninSTEM
www.cell.com/cell/fulltex...
🧵 1/