Mark Griep
@mgriep1.bsky.social
Chem in movies; tribal college chem; professor of chemistry; biochemist
Yesterday, I wore my spacegun Rock Mount shirt to give a quick version of my "Alien Biochemistry & Extraterrestrial Minerals" talk at the UNL Playposium, which is about the use of fun learning activities in higher education.
Despite the empty table, I promise I had a large audience.😉
Despite the empty table, I promise I had a large audience.😉
November 7, 2025 at 3:58 PM
Yesterday, I wore my spacegun Rock Mount shirt to give a quick version of my "Alien Biochemistry & Extraterrestrial Minerals" talk at the UNL Playposium, which is about the use of fun learning activities in higher education.
Despite the empty table, I promise I had a large audience.😉
Despite the empty table, I promise I had a large audience.😉
Reposted by Mark Griep
Margaret Rossiter, PhD, was a historian of science who uncovered overlooked contributions of women in STEM. She coined the term “Matilda Effect” to describe how women’s discoveries were often credited to men. buff.ly/6AmgMr3 #WomenInSTEM
September 7, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Margaret Rossiter, PhD, was a historian of science who uncovered overlooked contributions of women in STEM. She coined the term “Matilda Effect” to describe how women’s discoveries were often credited to men. buff.ly/6AmgMr3 #WomenInSTEM
Griep and colleagues combine school spirit, science in 'Go Big Red' exploration
By Troy Fedderson | University Communication and Marketing
news.unl.edu/article/grie...
By Troy Fedderson | University Communication and Marketing
news.unl.edu/article/grie...
September 5, 2025 at 3:56 PM
Griep and colleagues combine school spirit, science in 'Go Big Red' exploration
By Troy Fedderson | University Communication and Marketing
news.unl.edu/article/grie...
By Troy Fedderson | University Communication and Marketing
news.unl.edu/article/grie...
"Is diversity inclusionary or exclusionary?" Answer: universities that value diversity increases the "sense of belonging" among more students.
www.nature.com/articles/s41...
www.nature.com/articles/s41...
Feeling a sense of belonging is associated with more motivation within organizations that value diversity and equity - Scientific Reports
Scientific Reports - Feeling a sense of belonging is associated with more motivation within organizations that value diversity and equity
www.nature.com
September 2, 2025 at 6:44 PM
"Is diversity inclusionary or exclusionary?" Answer: universities that value diversity increases the "sense of belonging" among more students.
www.nature.com/articles/s41...
www.nature.com/articles/s41...
I want to see this documentary -- "Underland" "explores and complicates humanity’s relationship with subterranean spaces, the ephemeral nature of time and place, and, perhaps above all, the fragility of all we are and all we create."
www.science.org/doi/10.1126/...
www.science.org/doi/10.1126/...
Dark matters
A new film celebrates the subterranean
www.science.org
June 25, 2025 at 7:59 PM
I want to see this documentary -- "Underland" "explores and complicates humanity’s relationship with subterranean spaces, the ephemeral nature of time and place, and, perhaps above all, the fragility of all we are and all we create."
www.science.org/doi/10.1126/...
www.science.org/doi/10.1126/...
"I understand the cat" -- quote from A Serious Man (2009) by the Coen Brothers
🧪 Friday fun, in the mode of Dr. Schrödinger!
Find Physics, Engineering or Chemistry #graduatestudent opportunities with our NSF-funded #quantum #materialsscience collaboration: Emergent Quantum Materials and Technologies (EQUATE).
Topics+mentors: go.unl.edu/quantumgradp...
More: equate.unl.edu
Find Physics, Engineering or Chemistry #graduatestudent opportunities with our NSF-funded #quantum #materialsscience collaboration: Emergent Quantum Materials and Technologies (EQUATE).
Topics+mentors: go.unl.edu/quantumgradp...
More: equate.unl.edu
June 21, 2025 at 12:55 AM
"I understand the cat" -- quote from A Serious Man (2009) by the Coen Brothers
Reposted by Mark Griep
We celebrate #FreedomDay and all those who continue to fight for equal rights and a world where everyone can achieve their full potential. #Juneteenth
June 19, 2025 at 3:03 PM
We celebrate #FreedomDay and all those who continue to fight for equal rights and a world where everyone can achieve their full potential. #Juneteenth
Learn more about Quantum Entanglement in our Quantum Materials Graduate Program!
🧪 Get entangled with Nebraska's #NSF-funded #STEM collaboration in #materialsscience research for #quantum.
#NebEQUATE offers #graduatestudent opportunities in #physics #chemistry #engineering & more!
Visit go.unl.edu/quantumgradp... for topics & mentors. Learn more at equate.unl.edu
#NebEQUATE offers #graduatestudent opportunities in #physics #chemistry #engineering & more!
Visit go.unl.edu/quantumgradp... for topics & mentors. Learn more at equate.unl.edu
June 17, 2025 at 2:36 AM
Learn more about Quantum Entanglement in our Quantum Materials Graduate Program!
If you are interested in earning a graduate degree in quantum materials, then this UNL program is for you!
🧪 Did you know? Nebraska's NSF-funded #STEM collaboration in #materialsscience research for #quantum offers #graduatestudent opportunities in #physics #chemistry #engineering & more!
Visit go.unl.edu/quantumgradp... for topics & mentors. Learn more on #NebEQUATE at equate.unl.edu
Visit go.unl.edu/quantumgradp... for topics & mentors. Learn more on #NebEQUATE at equate.unl.edu
June 12, 2025 at 2:17 AM
If you are interested in earning a graduate degree in quantum materials, then this UNL program is for you!
Great graduate program if you're interested in quantum materials!
If you are interested in earning a graduate degree in quantum materials, then this UNL program is for you!
🧪Nebraska's NSF-funded collaboration in #materialsscience research for #quantum offers #graduatestudent opportunities.
Visit go.unl.edu/quantumgradp... for topics & mentors.
#NebEQUATE equate.unl.edu
Visit go.unl.edu/quantumgradp... for topics & mentors.
#NebEQUATE equate.unl.edu
June 9, 2025 at 11:47 PM
Great graduate program if you're interested in quantum materials!
If you are interested in earning a graduate degree in quantum materials, then this UNL program is for you!
🧪Nebraska's NSF-funded collaboration in #materialsscience research for #quantum offers #graduatestudent opportunities.
Visit go.unl.edu/quantumgradp... for topics & mentors.
#NebEQUATE equate.unl.edu
Visit go.unl.edu/quantumgradp... for topics & mentors.
#NebEQUATE equate.unl.edu
June 4, 2025 at 4:08 PM
If you are interested in earning a graduate degree in quantum materials, then this UNL program is for you!
Reposted by Mark Griep
Where my #physics phriends at??
It's more important than ever for those who know science best—researchers themselves—to communicate with the public about how & why it matters. Learn how to more effectively advance & advocate for the societal value of your work: go.unl.edu/may-2025-funsize-webinar
It's more important than ever for those who know science best—researchers themselves—to communicate with the public about how & why it matters. Learn how to more effectively advance & advocate for the societal value of your work: go.unl.edu/may-2025-funsize-webinar
May 19, 2025 at 2:36 AM
Where my #physics phriends at??
It's more important than ever for those who know science best—researchers themselves—to communicate with the public about how & why it matters. Learn how to more effectively advance & advocate for the societal value of your work: go.unl.edu/may-2025-funsize-webinar
It's more important than ever for those who know science best—researchers themselves—to communicate with the public about how & why it matters. Learn how to more effectively advance & advocate for the societal value of your work: go.unl.edu/may-2025-funsize-webinar
The biography about Dr. Rachel Lloyd that was written by her brother-in-law in 1900 has a new webpage.
It's a fascinating read and this is the only place you can find it!
archives-spec.unl.edu/rachel-llyoy...
It's a fascinating read and this is the only place you can find it!
archives-spec.unl.edu/rachel-llyoy...
April 27, 2025 at 3:51 PM
The biography about Dr. Rachel Lloyd that was written by her brother-in-law in 1900 has a new webpage.
It's a fascinating read and this is the only place you can find it!
archives-spec.unl.edu/rachel-llyoy...
It's a fascinating read and this is the only place you can find it!
archives-spec.unl.edu/rachel-llyoy...
Great movies from 1975, which was 50 years ago!
Marjorie and I have seen all except 4 & 8.
The Top 10 Films From 1975 based on Rotten Tomatoes scores
1. Jaws 97%
2. Dog Day Aft. 96%
3. Monty Python and the Holy Grail 91%
4. Jeanne Dielman, 23 Quai ... 95%
5. One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s... 93%...
Marjorie and I have seen all except 4 & 8.
The Top 10 Films From 1975 based on Rotten Tomatoes scores
1. Jaws 97%
2. Dog Day Aft. 96%
3. Monty Python and the Holy Grail 91%
4. Jeanne Dielman, 23 Quai ... 95%
5. One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s... 93%...
The 10 Best Movies Turning 50 This Year, According to Rotten Tomatoes
The year 1975 produced a ton of movies that are still Certified Fresh.
www.mentalfloss.com
April 10, 2025 at 3:22 AM
Great movies from 1975, which was 50 years ago!
Marjorie and I have seen all except 4 & 8.
The Top 10 Films From 1975 based on Rotten Tomatoes scores
1. Jaws 97%
2. Dog Day Aft. 96%
3. Monty Python and the Holy Grail 91%
4. Jeanne Dielman, 23 Quai ... 95%
5. One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s... 93%...
Marjorie and I have seen all except 4 & 8.
The Top 10 Films From 1975 based on Rotten Tomatoes scores
1. Jaws 97%
2. Dog Day Aft. 96%
3. Monty Python and the Holy Grail 91%
4. Jeanne Dielman, 23 Quai ... 95%
5. One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s... 93%...
You've probably seen the cute woolly mammoth mouse pictures I like a couple of quotes in the Science mag article.
• Henry Greeley: the Colossal woolly mouse has the "aww factor" but is missing the "awe."
www.science.org/content/arti...
• Henry Greeley: the Colossal woolly mouse has the "aww factor" but is missing the "awe."
www.science.org/content/arti...
Mouse with a mammoth’s pelt makes superfuzzy debut
Birth of rodent with coat genetically modified to resemble the extinct species raises big ethical and conservation concerns
www.science.org
March 24, 2025 at 6:06 PM
You've probably seen the cute woolly mammoth mouse pictures I like a couple of quotes in the Science mag article.
• Henry Greeley: the Colossal woolly mouse has the "aww factor" but is missing the "awe."
www.science.org/content/arti...
• Henry Greeley: the Colossal woolly mouse has the "aww factor" but is missing the "awe."
www.science.org/content/arti...
My co-authors and I made the cover of Nebraska History magazine! 😎
Our article is about Dr. Hettie Kersey Painter's role as one of Lincoln's earliest physicians. She's wearing her Civil War service medals in this photo from about 1883 that was taken in Lincoln.
Our article is about Dr. Hettie Kersey Painter's role as one of Lincoln's earliest physicians. She's wearing her Civil War service medals in this photo from about 1883 that was taken in Lincoln.
March 24, 2025 at 4:58 AM
My co-authors and I made the cover of Nebraska History magazine! 😎
Our article is about Dr. Hettie Kersey Painter's role as one of Lincoln's earliest physicians. She's wearing her Civil War service medals in this photo from about 1883 that was taken in Lincoln.
Our article is about Dr. Hettie Kersey Painter's role as one of Lincoln's earliest physicians. She's wearing her Civil War service medals in this photo from about 1883 that was taken in Lincoln.
Here is a pin made about 1920, of smoothed and shaped petrified wood, in its original jeweler's box, from Hallett's of Lincoln, Nebraska:
Established 1871
Hallett’s [a Halley’s comet shape with diamond core]
Jeweler & Optician
1143 O Street
Lincoln, Neb.
Established 1871
Hallett’s [a Halley’s comet shape with diamond core]
Jeweler & Optician
1143 O Street
Lincoln, Neb.
March 19, 2025 at 11:12 PM
Here is a pin made about 1920, of smoothed and shaped petrified wood, in its original jeweler's box, from Hallett's of Lincoln, Nebraska:
Established 1871
Hallett’s [a Halley’s comet shape with diamond core]
Jeweler & Optician
1143 O Street
Lincoln, Neb.
Established 1871
Hallett’s [a Halley’s comet shape with diamond core]
Jeweler & Optician
1143 O Street
Lincoln, Neb.
Reposted by Mark Griep
When it comes to DNA replication, humans and baker’s yeast are more alike than different
www.asbmb.org/asbmb-...
www.asbmb.org/asbmb-...
When it comes to DNA replication, humans and baker’s yeast are more alike than different
New findings visualize a molecular complex that loads a “clamp” to keep parts of the replication machinery from falling off the DNA strand.
www.asbmb.org
March 15, 2025 at 5:23 PM
When it comes to DNA replication, humans and baker’s yeast are more alike than different
www.asbmb.org/asbmb-...
www.asbmb.org/asbmb-...
I'm not proposing that Nebraska is the origin of life on Earth but I would like to point out that there are a number of alkaline lakes in western Nebraska. Does anyone know if they are high in phosphate?
www.smithsonianmag.com/air-space-ma...
www.smithsonianmag.com/air-space-ma...
The Phosphate Problem for the Origin of Life May be Solved
And it may help us decide whether to search for life on ocean worlds or lake worlds.
www.smithsonianmag.com
March 10, 2025 at 7:03 PM
I'm not proposing that Nebraska is the origin of life on Earth but I would like to point out that there are a number of alkaline lakes in western Nebraska. Does anyone know if they are high in phosphate?
www.smithsonianmag.com/air-space-ma...
www.smithsonianmag.com/air-space-ma...
Reposted by Mark Griep
Join AWIS in celebrating women in science and STEM for Women’s History Month. These are just a few of the women who have made remarkable contributions to science and STEM fields. How many of these women can you name? Read about them and many others at buff.ly/umbk7eF #WomenInSTEM
March 9, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Join AWIS in celebrating women in science and STEM for Women’s History Month. These are just a few of the women who have made remarkable contributions to science and STEM fields. How many of these women can you name? Read about them and many others at buff.ly/umbk7eF #WomenInSTEM
Maxfield Parrish illustrated his undergrad chemistry lab reports in 1890! Long before he was widely known as an artist, Maxfield Parrish was an undergraduate at Haverford College in Pennsylvania. Twenty years after he graduated with a history degree, he donated his notebook to his alma mater.
March 8, 2025 at 5:14 PM
Maxfield Parrish illustrated his undergrad chemistry lab reports in 1890! Long before he was widely known as an artist, Maxfield Parrish was an undergraduate at Haverford College in Pennsylvania. Twenty years after he graduated with a history degree, he donated his notebook to his alma mater.
Reposted by Mark Griep
From AWIS Magazine, Behnaz Akbari, president of the Purdue University Chapter of NORD Students for Rare, explores the challenges of developing drugs and medical devices to prevent, diagnose, and treat rare diseases. buff.ly/3EUmO1n #WomenInScience #RareDiseaseDay
February 28, 2025 at 5:00 PM
From AWIS Magazine, Behnaz Akbari, president of the Purdue University Chapter of NORD Students for Rare, explores the challenges of developing drugs and medical devices to prevent, diagnose, and treat rare diseases. buff.ly/3EUmO1n #WomenInScience #RareDiseaseDay
Reposted by Mark Griep
Dorothy J. Phillips, PhD, is the first African-American woman president of the American Chemical Society.
https://awis.org/historical-women/dorothy-j-phillips-phd/ #WomenInSTEM #BlackHistoryMonth
@acs.org
https://awis.org/historical-women/dorothy-j-phillips-phd/ #WomenInSTEM #BlackHistoryMonth
@acs.org
February 23, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Dorothy J. Phillips, PhD, is the first African-American woman president of the American Chemical Society.
https://awis.org/historical-women/dorothy-j-phillips-phd/ #WomenInSTEM #BlackHistoryMonth
@acs.org
https://awis.org/historical-women/dorothy-j-phillips-phd/ #WomenInSTEM #BlackHistoryMonth
@acs.org
Reposted by Mark Griep
To commemorate Black History Month, the ASBMB created a timeline highlighting important achievements in the life sciences made by Black scientists.
www.asbmb.org/divers...
www.asbmb.org/divers...
A history of Black scientists
Celebrating important contributions and achievements in science and technology made by Black scientists.
www.asbmb.org
February 22, 2025 at 4:11 PM
To commemorate Black History Month, the ASBMB created a timeline highlighting important achievements in the life sciences made by Black scientists.
www.asbmb.org/divers...
www.asbmb.org/divers...