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Donna Kashian @kashiandonna.bsky.social · 22d

Congratulations to @fishsciencedude.bsky.social and fellow co-authors for an important new article on advancing Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Accessibility in aquatic sciences.

www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...
@iaglr.bsky.social @waynestateresearch.bsky.social

Making aquatic sciences more diverse, equitable, inclusive, and accessible: Perspectives on how individuals can take action in their professional practice

Achieving Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) in the aquatic sciences has been a chronic challenge, and while recent progress has b…

www.sciencedirect.com

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Donna Kashian @kashiandonna.bsky.social · Sep 3

Our UROP student teamed up with the Detroit Zoo to bring Belle Isle mudpuppy research to life! She used GIS & monitoring data to create educational materials for visitors. Her poster is on display in the Amphibian House & was featured at Mudpuppy Palooza! @waynestateresearch.bsky.social

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Canadian Science Publishing @cdnsciencepub.com · Jun 26

@dsajournal.bsky.social is piloting double-anonymous peer review! Reducing #bias in #academicpublishing starts with rethinking the process.

Learn more ▶️ buff.ly/zXQk2s3

#DoubleBlindReview #EquityInScience #AcademicSky #SciComm 🧪 #AcWri #PHDSky #ScholComms #OpenScience #SciPol #PeerReview

Drone Systems and Applications announces new Double anonymous peer-review social card.

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Donna Kashian @kashiandonna.bsky.social · Jun 5

Come see his talk @iaglr.bsky.social 11:20 Friday room N206A

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Donna Kashian @kashiandonna.bsky.social · Jun 5

More exciting lab news from the @iaglr.bsky.social conference. @hjesparra91.bsky.social
received the Student Presenter IDEA+ Award for his impactful research on how road salt affects freshwater systems. Critical work for the health of our lakes! 👏 @waynestateresearch.bsky.social

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Donna Kashian @kashiandonna.bsky.social · Jun 5

I agree- meanwhile, US federal regulations are not trending in that direction-from what I am hearing.

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Donna Kashian @kashiandonna.bsky.social · Jun 5

Michigan is using the latest science to update PFAS fish advisories, crucial for Great Lakes communities.
@waynestateclas.bsky.social PhD student Brittanie Dabney spoke to @detroitnews.bsky.social on the risks. At @iaglr.bsky.social ? Don’t miss PFAS sessions today to learn the latest on PFAS!

Michigan issues hundreds of new warnings about pollution in fish

After reviewing the latest research, health officials realized a common pollutant is more toxic than they knew.

www.detroitnews.com

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Donna Kashian @kashiandonna.bsky.social · May 13

It takes a village! Thanks- see you at @iaglr.bsky.social!

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Donna Kashian @kashiandonna.bsky.social · May 12

Good news for the Great Lakes! A new presidential directive will help fight invasive species, specifically highlighting GLANSIS, a project @waynestateclas.bsky.social stduents are helping @miseagrant.bsky.social with. We’ll present this work at @iaglr.bsky.social Persistent advocacy made this happen

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Donna Kashian @kashiandonna.bsky.social · Apr 15

Sharing an opinion piece by my college age daughter: thenorthwindonline.com/3903893/opin...

Opinion — Grieving my future in biology

At home, I have a wooden plaque on my wall that lists all the national parks I’ve been to. Next to it, there’s a bag of small painted trees meant to represent the ones I’ve yet to visit. Only eight of...

thenorthwindonline.com

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International Association for Great Lakes Research @iaglr.bsky.social · Mar 28

New deadline: April 11! The John R. (Jack) Vallentyne Award recognizes important and sustained efforts to inform and educate the public and policymakers on large lakes issues. Nomination information and portal: bit.ly/46sq5yC #GreatLakesSci #Scicomm

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Donna Kashian @kashiandonna.bsky.social · Mar 28

After a heavy few months, it felt refreshing to host the
Great Lakes Commission today, who shared insights about invasive Sea Lamprey and their bi-national role in protecting the Great Lakes and fisheries. 🌎🐟

The students were thrilled to get hands-on with the lamprey and everyone was smiling.

Female student with a Wayne State University hoodie on with a surprised look on her face while a Sea Lamprey attaches to her hand

Boy with a Sea Lamprey attached to his hand- kind of an inquisitive look on his face

A group of students gathered around an instructor who is holding a Sea Lamprey. They all look happy.

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Donna Kashian @kashiandonna.bsky.social · Mar 14

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn more about conservation efforts in our shared waters! The @pitcherlab.bsky.social will be discussing bi-national efforts to reintroduce imperiled aquatic species in the Great Lakes @waynestateclas.bsky.social Zoom link: wayne-edu.zoom.us/j/9804301269...

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Paula McIntyre @pdmcintyre.bsky.social · Mar 12

Please listen to this interview with my boss @freshwater.bsky.social on current state of affairs & the #GreatLakes, including the chilling effect on Great Lakes research and management, concerns over international treaties, diversions, and more.
open.spotify.com/episode/1ULa...

Great Lakes Science in Crisis

Unsalted Great Lakes · Episode

open.spotify.com

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Sarah Whorley, Ph.D. @dralgaegirl.bsky.social · Feb 14

Ok, I made a new starter pack: Science Job Accounts! I want to try & collect together account that are likely to post jobs/internships/employment opportunities in science. It is heavily US/Ecology based (and would probably be better as a feed). Please suggest other accounts!! go.bsky.app/QPGnfWu

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Donna Kashian @kashiandonna.bsky.social · Feb 10

Thanks all- I needed to hear this

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Donna Kashian @kashiandonna.bsky.social · Nov 30

Always have your windshield wiper fluid filled- only with windshield wiper solution.

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Donna Kashian @kashiandonna.bsky.social · Nov 29

@fishsciencedude.bsky.social has entered the room!

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Donna Kashian @kashiandonna.bsky.social · Nov 29

As we wait for Ali Shakoor to come on over to Bluesky- I will share his latest non-science activity. Science wise- Ali studies the impacts of harmful algal blooms on larval fish movement- when not a being coveted by the likes of Cabela’s the Discovery channel and Bass pro.

Photographer of the cover of Cabela’s catalog featuring Ali Shakoor holding a fish

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Donna Kashian @kashiandonna.bsky.social · Nov 23

As an ecotoxicologist I've thought about this often - extending into human and ecological health. I had never seen this quote by Leopold, or I missed "seeing" it when reading his books. He has always been one of my favorite humans to ever live. This hit hard today. Thanks @grantshat.bsky.social

Grants Hat @grantshat.bsky.social · Nov 23

#Ecologists suffer from a burden of knowledge unlike that of most careers... Not only are we often underpaid, but we are also forced to watch the things we most care about be destroyed by apathetic or malicious humans who live blissfully ignorant to the importance of the natural world.... #ecogrief

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Donna Kashian @kashiandonna.bsky.social · Nov 22

Would love to be included.

Donna Kashian @kashiandonna.bsky.social · Nov 22

We are thrilled to share our special session for the 2025
@iaglr.bsky.social annual meeting. It will feature presentations on the latest research concerning the impacts of salinization on Great Lakes ecosystems. Abstract submissions are due by 12/16! 🌊#saltyH2OIAGLR

Flier with a picture of a large lake and lighthouse that is advertising a session at the IAGLR conference on Freshwater Salinization in Great Lakes. The image includes a QR code for more information

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International Association for Great Lakes Research @iaglr.bsky.social · Nov 18

We're looking for participants for an ACCESS+ research study about member perspectives on STEM professional society culture. Includes a drawing for $250 Amazon gift cards. Participants must be a member of one of the ACCESS+ STEM societies, including IAGLR. bit.ly/4fxIFsG

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Donna Kashian @kashiandonna.bsky.social · Nov 17

Tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Environmental Science and Geology with expertise in hydrology (including surface water hydrology, and ecohydrology), climate science, urban waters, or related fields. waynetalent.csod.com/ux/ats/caree...

Job advertisement for a tenure-tract assistant professor faculty position in Environmental Science and Geology. candidates with expertise in hydrology (including surface water hydrology, hydrogeology, and ecohydrology), climate science, urban waters, or related fields, but welcome qualified applicants in other fields of environmental and earth science. A successful candidate will have a PhD in their field, effective communication and teaching skills, and a record of scholarship that indicates that they will establish an internationally recognized, externally funded research program. They will also be positioned to complement existing departmental and program strengths in environmental geochemistry, aquatic and terrestrial ecology, population ecology, tectonics, and geophysics and contribute to our vibrant undergraduate and masters programs. Preference is placed on candidates doing quantitative and/or interdisciplinary research.
Please submit your application materials at jobs.wayne.edu (job posting number req2374).The application materials include: i) a cover letter; ii) complete curriculum vitae; iii) a statement about teaching describing prior experience, teaching philosophy and the list of courses the candidate want to teach or develop; iv) a statement of research describing past scholarly contributions and future research directions; v) a statement describing experience and vision for enhancing participation of underrepresented groups in environmental science and geology; and vi) names and contact information for at least 3 references. The review of applications will begin on December 15, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled. For additional information contact the Search Committee Chair, Scott Burdick, by email at sburdick@wayne.edu.

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El Lower @helloellower.bsky.social · Nov 12

Follow my friends and colleagues at Michigan Sea Grant for great research on the #GreatLakes!

Michigan Sea Grant @miseagrant.bsky.social · Nov 12

Can we and our baby lake sturgeon hang out here?

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