AlisonMDunning
@alisonmdunning.bsky.social
Epidemiologist & left-leaning autoimmunie who sometimes paints for my mental health. Pronouns: Prof/she/her. #covidisairborne
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Democrat @raskin.house.gov excoriates Nigel Farage for banning journalists from Reform UK events:
"I'm asking you a direct question. Why do you ban journalists who oppose your views from coming to your events? Why did you tell local government not to do interviews with your local newspaper?"
"I'm asking you a direct question. Why do you ban journalists who oppose your views from coming to your events? Why did you tell local government not to do interviews with your local newspaper?"
September 3, 2025 at 4:13 PM
Democrat @raskin.house.gov excoriates Nigel Farage for banning journalists from Reform UK events:
"I'm asking you a direct question. Why do you ban journalists who oppose your views from coming to your events? Why did you tell local government not to do interviews with your local newspaper?"
"I'm asking you a direct question. Why do you ban journalists who oppose your views from coming to your events? Why did you tell local government not to do interviews with your local newspaper?"
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Nice to see his obituary in a National publication. Meselson-Stahl is so elegant and something my undergrad professor generously demanded that we dwell over in advanced molecular genetics. Peace to his family and colleagues.
www.nytimes.com/2025/07/07/s...
www.nytimes.com/2025/07/07/s...
Franklin W. Stahl, 95, Dies; Helped Create a ‘Beautiful’ DNA Experiment
www.nytimes.com
July 11, 2025 at 10:07 PM
Nice to see his obituary in a National publication. Meselson-Stahl is so elegant and something my undergrad professor generously demanded that we dwell over in advanced molecular genetics. Peace to his family and colleagues.
www.nytimes.com/2025/07/07/s...
www.nytimes.com/2025/07/07/s...
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My speech today on the Universal Credit and Personal Independence Payment Bill
July 1, 2025 at 5:35 PM
My speech today on the Universal Credit and Personal Independence Payment Bill
On a crash course in coercive control; currently finishing @dremmakatz.bsky.social book, so I can start @davidchallen.bsky.social Unthinkable. Wish I’d known sooner, but nobody could’ve helped Mum - trapped by it for 50 years. Meanwhile sympathy to everyone dealing with its spectre on Father’s Day
June 16, 2025 at 8:49 AM
On a crash course in coercive control; currently finishing @dremmakatz.bsky.social book, so I can start @davidchallen.bsky.social Unthinkable. Wish I’d known sooner, but nobody could’ve helped Mum - trapped by it for 50 years. Meanwhile sympathy to everyone dealing with its spectre on Father’s Day
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I'm really glad to see an oncologist on the list of signees, along with endocrine specialists. Even if it wasn't transphobic, the 'who counts as a woman' discourse can hit differently for cancer patients and other cisgender folk who've had bits removed or hormones blocked.
May 2, 2025 at 12:56 PM
I'm really glad to see an oncologist on the list of signees, along with endocrine specialists. Even if it wasn't transphobic, the 'who counts as a woman' discourse can hit differently for cancer patients and other cisgender folk who've had bits removed or hormones blocked.
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Silence will not shield scientists from the consequences of an increasingly hostile political landscape.
UK and other non-US scientists must act to support our US colleagues.
Here's what I think we should be doing...
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UK and other non-US scientists must act to support our US colleagues.
Here's what I think we should be doing...
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February 21, 2025 at 11:57 AM
Silence will not shield scientists from the consequences of an increasingly hostile political landscape.
UK and other non-US scientists must act to support our US colleagues.
Here's what I think we should be doing...
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UK and other non-US scientists must act to support our US colleagues.
Here's what I think we should be doing...
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1/35
Calling all in the international science community. A petition is being circulated to remove Elon Musks FRS. please sign and add your affiliation if you feel able
occamstypewriter.org/scurry/
occamstypewriter.org/scurry/
Reciprocal Space | Occam's Typewriter
occamstypewriter.org
February 14, 2025 at 7:09 PM
Calling all in the international science community. A petition is being circulated to remove Elon Musks FRS. please sign and add your affiliation if you feel able
occamstypewriter.org/scurry/
occamstypewriter.org/scurry/
We knew there was a list of banned words and now thats having real effects - the mPOX study cannot be published with the names of CDC authors.
www.reuters.com/world/us/tru...
www.reuters.com/world/us/tru...
Trump recall of CDC research puts scientific papers in limbo
Scientists are struggling to respond to a Trump administration order to review papers already submitted for publication for content now banned by the federal government, according to interviews with six researchers.
www.reuters.com
February 11, 2025 at 8:23 AM
We knew there was a list of banned words and now thats having real effects - the mPOX study cannot be published with the names of CDC authors.
www.reuters.com/world/us/tru...
www.reuters.com/world/us/tru...
Reposting this, so I can find it and read it later.
Supporting each other through difficult and challenging times
theresearchcompanion.com/supporting-i...
Free, gentle, practical and bonding suggestions for anyone impacted by university changes, cuts, closures, threats and dangers
#AcademicSky #AcademicChatter #PhDSky #gradschool #PhDChat #PhDHelp
theresearchcompanion.com/supporting-i...
Free, gentle, practical and bonding suggestions for anyone impacted by university changes, cuts, closures, threats and dangers
#AcademicSky #AcademicChatter #PhDSky #gradschool #PhDChat #PhDHelp
Supporting each other through difficult and challenging times - The Research Companion
Science, healthcare and education are threatened worldwide. Here are some starter ideas for ways to work together to share and save vital information. And to care for one another.
theresearchcompanion.com
February 2, 2025 at 11:40 AM
Reposting this, so I can find it and read it later.
We feared censorship was likely, but did we expect it so quickly? How can we do public health science in this atmosphere ? open.substack.com/pub/insideme...
BREAKING NEWS: CDC orders mass retraction and revision of submitted research across all science and medicine journals. Banned terms must be scrubbed.
Any unpublished manuscript mentioning certain topics, including gender and "LGBT," must be pulled or revised.
open.substack.com
February 2, 2025 at 11:36 AM
We feared censorship was likely, but did we expect it so quickly? How can we do public health science in this atmosphere ? open.substack.com/pub/insideme...
Sending much sympathy to US research colleagues. I recall how we felt when we in the U.K. lost access to EU funds, but this is much worse. apple.news/AkEfPX9XPQiW...
All federal grants and loan disbursement paused by White House — CNN
The White House budget office has ordered a pause on all federal grants and loans, according to an internal memorandum sent Monday.
apple.news
January 28, 2025 at 4:03 PM
Sending much sympathy to US research colleagues. I recall how we felt when we in the U.K. lost access to EU funds, but this is much worse. apple.news/AkEfPX9XPQiW...
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Why Kemi Badenoch too often displays “confidence without homework”.
Great analysis from @rmcunliffe.bsky.social. www.newstatesman.com/politics/202...
Great analysis from @rmcunliffe.bsky.social. www.newstatesman.com/politics/202...
Why doubts are growing over Kemi Badenoch
The Conservative leader too often displays confidence without homework.
www.newstatesman.com
January 28, 2025 at 11:46 AM
Why Kemi Badenoch too often displays “confidence without homework”.
Great analysis from @rmcunliffe.bsky.social. www.newstatesman.com/politics/202...
Great analysis from @rmcunliffe.bsky.social. www.newstatesman.com/politics/202...
Longitudinal study confirms that childhood mistreatment increases risk of rheumatic diseases. Many of us with lived experience knew this implicitly, but it still feels good to see the evidence.
rheumnow.com/news/childho...
rheumnow.com/news/childho...
January 28, 2025 at 11:51 AM
Longitudinal study confirms that childhood mistreatment increases risk of rheumatic diseases. Many of us with lived experience knew this implicitly, but it still feels good to see the evidence.
rheumnow.com/news/childho...
rheumnow.com/news/childho...
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If she can do it, we can all do it.
January 22, 2025 at 10:43 AM
If she can do it, we can all do it.
Im a Humanist, not remotely religious, but after a difficult 2 days Bishop Mariann calmly speaking truth to power, gave me some hope. I’m feel relieved & happy to stand with her. www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...
Bishop calls on Trump to ‘have mercy’ on migrants and LGBTQ+ people
Right Rev Mariann Budde’s appeal amounts to bold public criticism and prompts frosty response from US president
www.theguardian.com
January 22, 2025 at 11:57 AM
Im a Humanist, not remotely religious, but after a difficult 2 days Bishop Mariann calmly speaking truth to power, gave me some hope. I’m feel relieved & happy to stand with her. www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...
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🔴Joining the EU Single Market Could Be the Gamechanger for Keir Starmer’s Government
Both the UK economy and the new Labour Government needs an urgent shot in the arm. Could this be the solution?
bylinetimes.com/2025/01/13/k...
Both the UK economy and the new Labour Government needs an urgent shot in the arm. Could this be the solution?
bylinetimes.com/2025/01/13/k...
Joining the EU Single Market Could Be the Gamechanger for Keir Starmer's Government
Both the UK economy and the new Labour Government needs an urgent shot in the arm. Could this be the solution?
bylinetimes.com
January 13, 2025 at 9:17 AM
🔴Joining the EU Single Market Could Be the Gamechanger for Keir Starmer’s Government
Both the UK economy and the new Labour Government needs an urgent shot in the arm. Could this be the solution?
bylinetimes.com/2025/01/13/k...
Both the UK economy and the new Labour Government needs an urgent shot in the arm. Could this be the solution?
bylinetimes.com/2025/01/13/k...
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As a survivor myself, I am appalled to see some politicians weaponise child abuse.
I am appalled to see the issue played like a political football.
I am appalled that none of recs of the Child Abuse Inquiry have been implemented.
Survivors need 𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 without delay.
I am appalled to see the issue played like a political football.
I am appalled that none of recs of the Child Abuse Inquiry have been implemented.
Survivors need 𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 without delay.
January 7, 2025 at 12:31 PM
As a survivor myself, I am appalled to see some politicians weaponise child abuse.
I am appalled to see the issue played like a political football.
I am appalled that none of recs of the Child Abuse Inquiry have been implemented.
Survivors need 𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 without delay.
I am appalled to see the issue played like a political football.
I am appalled that none of recs of the Child Abuse Inquiry have been implemented.
Survivors need 𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 without delay.
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Well that didn't take long ....
When ever Farage is not far right enough.
A moment of humour as the Far right emulate the Leninists...
BBC News - Musk says Farage 'doesn't have what it takes' to be Reform UK leader
www.bbc.com/news/article...
When ever Farage is not far right enough.
A moment of humour as the Far right emulate the Leninists...
BBC News - Musk says Farage 'doesn't have what it takes' to be Reform UK leader
www.bbc.com/news/article...
Elon Musk calls for Nigel Farage to be replaced as Reform UK leader
The billionaire has been rumoured to be considering a multi-million pound donation to Reform UK.
www.bbc.com
January 5, 2025 at 2:53 PM
Well that didn't take long ....
When ever Farage is not far right enough.
A moment of humour as the Far right emulate the Leninists...
BBC News - Musk says Farage 'doesn't have what it takes' to be Reform UK leader
www.bbc.com/news/article...
When ever Farage is not far right enough.
A moment of humour as the Far right emulate the Leninists...
BBC News - Musk says Farage 'doesn't have what it takes' to be Reform UK leader
www.bbc.com/news/article...
I’m relieved this issue is finally being taken seriously, but so much work to do …
December 31, 2024 at 12:19 PM
I’m relieved this issue is finally being taken seriously, but so much work to do …
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Goodnight Jimmy Carter. You were a model of what an ideal president should look like, & a selfless, giving, & compassionate person. You were also among the 1st people to mind whenever I thought of what it ought to mean to be a non-proselytizing Christian. I truly hope more of us match your kindness.
December 29, 2024 at 10:01 PM
Goodnight Jimmy Carter. You were a model of what an ideal president should look like, & a selfless, giving, & compassionate person. You were also among the 1st people to mind whenever I thought of what it ought to mean to be a non-proselytizing Christian. I truly hope more of us match your kindness.
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Just one of the treats in store in the brand new series of Digging for Britain: a beautifully preserved sword from an Anglo Saxon cemetery in Kent that’s providing precious insights into contacts & connections in post-Roman Britain.
www.theguardian.com/science/2024...
www.theguardian.com/science/2024...
‘Really incredible’ sixth-century sword found in Kent
Exclusive: Sword is among striking objects unearthed from Anglo-Saxon cemetery near Canterbury
www.theguardian.com
December 27, 2024 at 9:37 AM
Just one of the treats in store in the brand new series of Digging for Britain: a beautifully preserved sword from an Anglo Saxon cemetery in Kent that’s providing precious insights into contacts & connections in post-Roman Britain.
www.theguardian.com/science/2024...
www.theguardian.com/science/2024...
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True luxury is found in the simplest moments.
December 18, 2024 at 8:59 PM
True luxury is found in the simplest moments.
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Reminder: High quality masks/respirators such as N95s protect against all airborne viruses including bird flu.
December 18, 2024 at 9:24 PM
Reminder: High quality masks/respirators such as N95s protect against all airborne viruses including bird flu.
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Busy train to London, a cacophony of coughs.
Woman opposite appears to be coughing up her spleen...
Grateful for my FFP2 😷!
Woman opposite appears to be coughing up her spleen...
Grateful for my FFP2 😷!
December 18, 2024 at 10:24 AM
Busy train to London, a cacophony of coughs.
Woman opposite appears to be coughing up her spleen...
Grateful for my FFP2 😷!
Woman opposite appears to be coughing up her spleen...
Grateful for my FFP2 😷!