Author Bill Sullivan
@authorbillsullivan.com
Author of “PLEASED TO MEET ME: Genes, Germs, and the Curious Forces that Make Us Who We Are" & other cool science stuff. Professor of Microbiology, IU School of Medicine.
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Today I discovered that when you play a Star Wars theme on the Spotify desktop app, the volume bar becomes a lightsaber! As if that wasn't cool enough, click the handle and it changes the style and the color of the beam. #StarWars
November 2, 2025 at 4:24 PM
Today I discovered that when you play a Star Wars theme on the Spotify desktop app, the volume bar becomes a lightsaber! As if that wasn't cool enough, click the handle and it changes the style and the color of the beam. #StarWars
A pharmaceutical form of LSD known as MM120 is showing powerful effects against generalized anxiety disorder, far exceeding standard treatments. By reshaping brain connectivity and promoting flexibility in thought, it could usher in a new era of anxiety therapy.
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Scientists discover a surprising way to quiet the anxious mind
Generalized anxiety disorder affects millions, often trapping sufferers in cycles of fear and isolation that conventional medications barely relieve. At UCSF, neuroscientist Jennifer Mitchell is testi...
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October 29, 2025 at 12:33 PM
A pharmaceutical form of LSD known as MM120 is showing powerful effects against generalized anxiety disorder, far exceeding standard treatments. By reshaping brain connectivity and promoting flexibility in thought, it could usher in a new era of anxiety therapy.
www.sciencedaily.com/releases/202...
www.sciencedaily.com/releases/202...
The FDA Withholds Names of Drugs Made in Contaminated Factories
For decades, the agency has redacted drug names from reports. Now, several former officials support ending the practice.
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For decades, the agency has redacted drug names from reports. Now, several former officials support ending the practice.
undark.org/2025/10/28/f...
The FDA Withholds Names of Drugs Made in Contaminated Factories
For decades, the agency has redacted drug names from reports. Now, several former officials support ending the practice.
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October 28, 2025 at 5:05 PM
The FDA Withholds Names of Drugs Made in Contaminated Factories
For decades, the agency has redacted drug names from reports. Now, several former officials support ending the practice.
undark.org/2025/10/28/f...
For decades, the agency has redacted drug names from reports. Now, several former officials support ending the practice.
undark.org/2025/10/28/f...
Metal Vocalists Scream for Science
Studying how performers who use harsh vocals structure their vocal tract can offer insights for voice coaches and people with speaking disorders.
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Studying how performers who use harsh vocals structure their vocal tract can offer insights for voice coaches and people with speaking disorders.
www.the-scientist.com/metal-vocali...
Metal Vocalists Scream for Science
Studying how performers who use harsh vocals structure their vocal tract can offer insights for voice coaches and people with speaking disorders.
www.the-scientist.com
October 24, 2025 at 1:23 PM
Metal Vocalists Scream for Science
Studying how performers who use harsh vocals structure their vocal tract can offer insights for voice coaches and people with speaking disorders.
www.the-scientist.com/metal-vocali...
Studying how performers who use harsh vocals structure their vocal tract can offer insights for voice coaches and people with speaking disorders.
www.the-scientist.com/metal-vocali...
US PhD admissions shrink as fears over Trump’s cuts take hold
Some doctoral programmes are admitting no students at all amid uncertainty about federal science funding.
www.nature.com/articles/d41...
Some doctoral programmes are admitting no students at all amid uncertainty about federal science funding.
www.nature.com/articles/d41...
US PhD admissions shrink as fears over Trump’s cuts take hold
Some doctoral programmes are admitting no students at all amid uncertainty about federal science funding.
www.nature.com
October 23, 2025 at 7:28 PM
US PhD admissions shrink as fears over Trump’s cuts take hold
Some doctoral programmes are admitting no students at all amid uncertainty about federal science funding.
www.nature.com/articles/d41...
Some doctoral programmes are admitting no students at all amid uncertainty about federal science funding.
www.nature.com/articles/d41...
The Safest and Most Dangerous U.S. States to Start a Family, According to Science
26 health and safety factors were analyzed in each state to identify the riskiest places to live
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26 health and safety factors were analyzed in each state to identify the riskiest places to live
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The Safest and Most Dangerous U.S. States to Start a Family, According to Science
26 health and safety factors were analyzed in each state to identify the riskiest places to live
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October 23, 2025 at 1:18 PM
The Safest and Most Dangerous U.S. States to Start a Family, According to Science
26 health and safety factors were analyzed in each state to identify the riskiest places to live
medium.com/p/24effb33a95b
26 health and safety factors were analyzed in each state to identify the riskiest places to live
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Reality doesn't care how often people deny climate change.
Mosquitoes Have Been Found in Iceland for the First Time Ever
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Mosquitoes Have Been Found in Iceland for the First Time Ever
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Mosquitoes Have Been Found in Iceland for the First Time Ever
Now, Antarctica is the only place left on Earth untouched by these pests.
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October 22, 2025 at 3:13 PM
Reality doesn't care how often people deny climate change.
Mosquitoes Have Been Found in Iceland for the First Time Ever
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Mosquitoes Have Been Found in Iceland for the First Time Ever
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The best microscopic images of 2025 will blow your mind. 3 of my favs: a rice weevil on a grain of rice, Volvox algal spheres in a drop of water, and (of course), the parasitic fungus Cordycipitaceae consuming a fly.
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2025 Photomicrography Competition
View the winning entries from the 2025 Photomicrography Competition
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October 20, 2025 at 12:44 PM
The best microscopic images of 2025 will blow your mind. 3 of my favs: a rice weevil on a grain of rice, Volvox algal spheres in a drop of water, and (of course), the parasitic fungus Cordycipitaceae consuming a fly.
www.nikonsmallworld.com/galleries/20...
www.nikonsmallworld.com/galleries/20...
In Unprecedented Move, Six Former Surgeons General Warn That RFK Jr. Is Endangering America
To the former health leaders, it seems pretty clear: Kennedy is a threat to the nation.
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To the former health leaders, it seems pretty clear: Kennedy is a threat to the nation.
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In Unprecedented Move, Six Former Surgeons General Warn That RFK Jr. Is Endangering America
To the former health leaders, it seems pretty clear: Kennedy is a threat to the nation.
gizmodo.com
October 8, 2025 at 1:36 PM
In Unprecedented Move, Six Former Surgeons General Warn That RFK Jr. Is Endangering America
To the former health leaders, it seems pretty clear: Kennedy is a threat to the nation.
gizmodo.com/in-unprecede...
To the former health leaders, it seems pretty clear: Kennedy is a threat to the nation.
gizmodo.com/in-unprecede...
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"Never before have we issued a joint public warning like this."
The latest from former U.S. surgeons general Jerome Adams, Richard Carmona, Joycelyn Elders, Vivek Murthy, Antonia Novello and David Satcher:
The latest from former U.S. surgeons general Jerome Adams, Richard Carmona, Joycelyn Elders, Vivek Murthy, Antonia Novello and David Satcher:
Opinion | Six surgeons general: It’s our duty to warn the nation about RFK Jr.
We took an oath to declare dangers when we found them. We’re doing that again today.
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October 7, 2025 at 2:35 PM
"Never before have we issued a joint public warning like this."
The latest from former U.S. surgeons general Jerome Adams, Richard Carmona, Joycelyn Elders, Vivek Murthy, Antonia Novello and David Satcher:
The latest from former U.S. surgeons general Jerome Adams, Richard Carmona, Joycelyn Elders, Vivek Murthy, Antonia Novello and David Satcher:
Title slide for my talk at our departmental retreat this week.
October 7, 2025 at 6:28 PM
Title slide for my talk at our departmental retreat this week.
New study in mice shows the benefits of physical fitness in a father are transmitted to offspring through epigenetics. Endurance training increases specific microRNAs in sperm, which alter the genome of the fertilized egg to favor endurance and metabolic health.
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Paternal exercise enhances offspring endurance through sperm microRNAs
In a recent study published in Cell Metabolism, a collaborative research team led by Chen-Yu Zhang, Xi Chen, and Di-Jun Chen from Nanjing University, together with Tao Zhang from Nanjing Medical Unive...
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October 7, 2025 at 1:49 PM
New study in mice shows the benefits of physical fitness in a father are transmitted to offspring through epigenetics. Endurance training increases specific microRNAs in sperm, which alter the genome of the fertilized egg to favor endurance and metabolic health.
www.news-medical.net/news/2025100...
www.news-medical.net/news/2025100...
The Problem With Learning From Podcasts, According to Neuroscience
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The Problem With Learning From Podcasts, According to Neuroscience
Scientists warn that we lose something important when we shift from learning from books to learning from podcasts and videos.
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October 6, 2025 at 3:34 PM
The Problem With Learning From Podcasts, According to Neuroscience
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These parents should sue Trump and RFK Jr. Leaders who spread lies and health disinformation must be held accountable.
Mississippi Baby Dies of Whooping Cough, the State’s First Pertussis Death in 13 Years
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Mississippi Baby Dies of Whooping Cough, the State’s First Pertussis Death in 13 Years
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Mississippi Baby Dies of Whooping Cough Amid Rising Cases
A baby in Mississippi has died of whooping cough for the first time since 2012. The baby was less than two months old—too young for vaccination.
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October 2, 2025 at 11:17 PM
These parents should sue Trump and RFK Jr. Leaders who spread lies and health disinformation must be held accountable.
Mississippi Baby Dies of Whooping Cough, the State’s First Pertussis Death in 13 Years
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Mississippi Baby Dies of Whooping Cough, the State’s First Pertussis Death in 13 Years
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“Difference is the essence of humanity. Difference is an accident of birth and it should therefore never be the source of hatred or conflict. The answer to difference is to respect it.” —John Hume
October 2, 2025 at 5:19 PM
“Difference is the essence of humanity. Difference is an accident of birth and it should therefore never be the source of hatred or conflict. The answer to difference is to respect it.” —John Hume
Reposted by Author Bill Sullivan
This moment from our latest episode with science writer @edyong209.bsky.social is 🔥
We asked Ed — how do we talk up the benefits of science in the face of government cuts? He told us that's the wrong approach. 🧪
Listen wherever, or watch on Spotify 👇
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We asked Ed — how do we talk up the benefits of science in the face of government cuts? He told us that's the wrong approach. 🧪
Listen wherever, or watch on Spotify 👇
open.spotify.com/episode/7Evh...
October 1, 2025 at 2:56 PM
This moment from our latest episode with science writer @edyong209.bsky.social is 🔥
We asked Ed — how do we talk up the benefits of science in the face of government cuts? He told us that's the wrong approach. 🧪
Listen wherever, or watch on Spotify 👇
open.spotify.com/episode/7Evh...
We asked Ed — how do we talk up the benefits of science in the face of government cuts? He told us that's the wrong approach. 🧪
Listen wherever, or watch on Spotify 👇
open.spotify.com/episode/7Evh...
Tune in to DOCTOR RADIO (SiriusXM) this Friday (10/3) at 1pm ET. I'll be discussing the use of Tylenol during pregnancy and the claim that it is linked to autism with Samantha Heller
October 1, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Tune in to DOCTOR RADIO (SiriusXM) this Friday (10/3) at 1pm ET. I'll be discussing the use of Tylenol during pregnancy and the claim that it is linked to autism with Samantha Heller
Grant writing is classical music, but actual science is more like jazz.
September 29, 2025 at 7:36 PM
Grant writing is classical music, but actual science is more like jazz.
Shouldn't we be more concerned about radioactive shrimp during pregnancy than Tylenol?
September 26, 2025 at 7:01 PM
Shouldn't we be more concerned about radioactive shrimp during pregnancy than Tylenol?
Reposted by Author Bill Sullivan
Moderna takes swipe at Trump as it opens new UK factory: ‘A country that still believes in vaccination’ | The Independent
Moderna takes swipe at Trump as it opens new UK factory
New opening comes amid a rise in anti-vaccine attitudes within the Trump administration
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September 26, 2025 at 1:12 PM
Moderna takes swipe at Trump as it opens new UK factory: ‘A country that still believes in vaccination’ | The Independent
We ignore reality at our peril
September 26, 2025 at 12:59 PM
We ignore reality at our peril
I was interviewed by Josh Learn for DISCOVER magazine to discuss the fascinating (and surprisingly common) parasite Toxoplasma gondii
This Cat Parasite Can Infect Humans, and You Can Get It From Litter Boxes or Unwashed Veggies
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This Cat Parasite Can Infect Humans, and You Can Get It From Litter Boxes or Unwashed Veggies
www.discovermagazine.com/this-cat-par...
This Cat Parasite Can Infect Humans, and You Can Get It From Litter Boxes or Unwashed Veggies
A cat parasite in humans? Discover more about a cat parasite called toxoplasmosis and its complex life cycle that can infect nearly every warm-blooded animal on the planet.
www.discovermagazine.com
September 25, 2025 at 2:28 PM
I was interviewed by Josh Learn for DISCOVER magazine to discuss the fascinating (and surprisingly common) parasite Toxoplasma gondii
This Cat Parasite Can Infect Humans, and You Can Get It From Litter Boxes or Unwashed Veggies
www.discovermagazine.com/this-cat-par...
This Cat Parasite Can Infect Humans, and You Can Get It From Litter Boxes or Unwashed Veggies
www.discovermagazine.com/this-cat-par...
Reposted by Author Bill Sullivan
How do research funding cuts hurt the US? There are many ways to answer that question. For a dollars and cents perspective, you can read this analysis.
"Cutting federal R&D by 20% would cost the U.S. economy up to almost $1.5 trillion compared with China’s growth pace."
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"Cutting federal R&D by 20% would cost the U.S. economy up to almost $1.5 trillion compared with China’s growth pace."
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How Reducing Federal R&D Reduces GDP Growth
Cutting federal investments in R&D may appear to save billions in the budget, but it could cost the economy trillions. In fact, ITIF estimates that cutting federal R&D by 20 percent would cost the U.S...
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September 25, 2025 at 2:12 PM
How do research funding cuts hurt the US? There are many ways to answer that question. For a dollars and cents perspective, you can read this analysis.
"Cutting federal R&D by 20% would cost the U.S. economy up to almost $1.5 trillion compared with China’s growth pace."
🧪
itif.org/publications...
"Cutting federal R&D by 20% would cost the U.S. economy up to almost $1.5 trillion compared with China’s growth pace."
🧪
itif.org/publications...
The Money Behind Medicine: How Vaccine Profits Stack Up Against Other Pharmaceutical Products
The trope about vaccines being a big moneymaker for drug companies is old and tired. Here’s why.
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The trope about vaccines being a big moneymaker for drug companies is old and tired. Here’s why.
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The Money Behind Medicine: How Vaccine Profits Stack Up Against Other Pharmaceutical Products
The trope about vaccines being a big moneymaker for drug companies is old and tired. Here’s why.
medium.com
September 20, 2025 at 12:32 PM
The Money Behind Medicine: How Vaccine Profits Stack Up Against Other Pharmaceutical Products
The trope about vaccines being a big moneymaker for drug companies is old and tired. Here’s why.
medium.com/the-quantast...
The trope about vaccines being a big moneymaker for drug companies is old and tired. Here’s why.
medium.com/the-quantast...