Kate Sleeth Patterson, Ph.D.
@edukatedstem.bsky.social
Cancer researcher turned career adviser for academic and #altac #postac opportunities. Posts on careers, science, education, ethics and life! She/Her. 🇬🇧🇺🇲
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#HiSciSky I'm a Cancer researcher turned career and professional development adviser with EduKatedSTEM. Previously an Associate Dean and Board Chair of the National Postdoctoral Association. Posts on careers, science, education, ethics and life! I'm looking forward to engaging with you.
The fourth video in the series on starting a business has been released. We'll explore some key questions when considering to start a business: How do you set up the business legally? Do you need licenses or permits? Will you have a website and social media presence?
youtu.be/Bb5yLPktqRE
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What Does it TAKE to Start a BUSINESS 4?
YouTube video by EduKatedSTEM
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November 14, 2025 at 1:25 AM
The fourth video in the series on starting a business has been released. We'll explore some key questions when considering to start a business: How do you set up the business legally? Do you need licenses or permits? Will you have a website and social media presence?
youtu.be/Bb5yLPktqRE
youtu.be/Bb5yLPktqRE
Reposted by Kate Sleeth Patterson, Ph.D.
A Sharon Begley byline, almost 5 years after her death.
Upon hearing the news James Watson had died, a STAT reporter said in our Slack, "I wish I could read what Sharon would have written."
Incredible news: Sharon in fact did pre-write a Watson obit. And it is masterful and excoriating.
🧪🧬🧫
Upon hearing the news James Watson had died, a STAT reporter said in our Slack, "I wish I could read what Sharon would have written."
Incredible news: Sharon in fact did pre-write a Watson obit. And it is masterful and excoriating.
🧪🧬🧫
James Watson, dead at 97, was a scientific legend and a pariah among his peers
James Watson, the co-discoverer of the structure of DNA who died Thursday at 97, was a scientific legend and a pariah among his peers.
www.statnews.com
November 8, 2025 at 1:39 PM
A Sharon Begley byline, almost 5 years after her death.
Upon hearing the news James Watson had died, a STAT reporter said in our Slack, "I wish I could read what Sharon would have written."
Incredible news: Sharon in fact did pre-write a Watson obit. And it is masterful and excoriating.
🧪🧬🧫
Upon hearing the news James Watson had died, a STAT reporter said in our Slack, "I wish I could read what Sharon would have written."
Incredible news: Sharon in fact did pre-write a Watson obit. And it is masterful and excoriating.
🧪🧬🧫
Reposted by Kate Sleeth Patterson, Ph.D.
I wrote some reflections this afternoon about how the discovery of the double helix changed the course of science. Gift link: nyti.ms/4qPS3y6
November 8, 2025 at 3:43 AM
I wrote some reflections this afternoon about how the discovery of the double helix changed the course of science. Gift link: nyti.ms/4qPS3y6
Reposted by Kate Sleeth Patterson, Ph.D.
It’s a story of ambition, rivalry and betrayal, including Franklin’s departure from King’s College London and the subsequent publication of the double helix model by Watson and Crick, which was built on insights from her work—yet for which she did not receive proper recognition.
An Opera Explores the Story of Rosalind Franklin and the Discovery of DNA
Betrayal, ambition and the double helix: turning Rosalind Franklin’s story and the discovery of the structure of DNA into an opera
www.scientificamerican.com
November 8, 2025 at 9:54 AM
It’s a story of ambition, rivalry and betrayal, including Franklin’s departure from King’s College London and the subsequent publication of the double helix model by Watson and Crick, which was built on insights from her work—yet for which she did not receive proper recognition.
Take a look at this Nature article. It digs deeply into who did what for the discovery of the structure of DNA.
If I see one more stupid Rosalind Franklin take I'm going to lose my mind. Thank god for @matthewcobb.bsky.social and @nccomfort.bsky.social. www.nature.com/articles/d41...
What Rosalind Franklin truly contributed to the discovery of DNA’s structure
Franklin was no victim in how the DNA double helix was solved. An overlooked letter and an unpublished news article, both written in 1953, reveal that she was an equal player.
www.nature.com
November 8, 2025 at 5:13 PM
Take a look at this Nature article. It digs deeply into who did what for the discovery of the structure of DNA.
Video 3 of the "Starting a Business" series is available.
Do you need to write a business plan? Do you have the funds to begin the business, if not how will you get started? How will you support yourself while beginning the business? Will it hopefully become a full-time job?
youtu.be/rLaCdsIqf9U
Do you need to write a business plan? Do you have the funds to begin the business, if not how will you get started? How will you support yourself while beginning the business? Will it hopefully become a full-time job?
youtu.be/rLaCdsIqf9U
What Does it TAKE to Start a BUSINESS 3?
YouTube video by EduKatedSTEM
youtu.be
November 5, 2025 at 10:24 PM
Video 3 of the "Starting a Business" series is available.
Do you need to write a business plan? Do you have the funds to begin the business, if not how will you get started? How will you support yourself while beginning the business? Will it hopefully become a full-time job?
youtu.be/rLaCdsIqf9U
Do you need to write a business plan? Do you have the funds to begin the business, if not how will you get started? How will you support yourself while beginning the business? Will it hopefully become a full-time job?
youtu.be/rLaCdsIqf9U
Who knew that fumigating your house while you are away at a conference would lead to so much extra work on the return! I have lost count of the many loads of laundry and we are still moving back all the foods and drinks which were stored elsewhere. Still plenty to do but progress has been made!
a woman says why did you do that while looking at herself in the mirror
ALT: a woman says why did you do that while looking at herself in the mirror
media.tenor.com
November 4, 2025 at 10:43 PM
Who knew that fumigating your house while you are away at a conference would lead to so much extra work on the return! I have lost count of the many loads of laundry and we are still moving back all the foods and drinks which were stored elsewhere. Still plenty to do but progress has been made!
@sacnas.bsky.social NDiSTEM conference is about to begin! Looking forward to reconnecting with colleagues and making new ones.
October 30, 2025 at 12:46 PM
@sacnas.bsky.social NDiSTEM conference is about to begin! Looking forward to reconnecting with colleagues and making new ones.
This seems especially pertinent to share as I will be presenting with Dr. Marina Ramon at SACNAS on Friday afternoon! If I can get over my fear of public speaking, so can you!
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Overcoming A Fear Of Public Speaking
YouTube video by EduKatedSTEM
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October 29, 2025 at 3:04 AM
This seems especially pertinent to share as I will be presenting with Dr. Marina Ramon at SACNAS on Friday afternoon! If I can get over my fear of public speaking, so can you!
youtu.be/U5k_IB4o4-4
youtu.be/U5k_IB4o4-4
Starting a business can be a daunting task. In this video, we'll explore some key questions when considering to start a business: Who are your competitors? What is the price of your "product"? How will you promote the business?
Lauren Celano and Shayla Vradenburgh join me.
youtu.be/hb_sGzQQ9Y8
Lauren Celano and Shayla Vradenburgh join me.
youtu.be/hb_sGzQQ9Y8
What Does it TAKE to Start a BUSINESS 2?
YouTube video by EduKatedSTEM
youtu.be
October 28, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Starting a business can be a daunting task. In this video, we'll explore some key questions when considering to start a business: Who are your competitors? What is the price of your "product"? How will you promote the business?
Lauren Celano and Shayla Vradenburgh join me.
youtu.be/hb_sGzQQ9Y8
Lauren Celano and Shayla Vradenburgh join me.
youtu.be/hb_sGzQQ9Y8
Today just isn't the day for filming. My first collaborator forgot and we will need to reschedule. My second was filming with me when their internet cut out! Will they be able to return to finish today or is filming today doomed?!
October 27, 2025 at 8:14 PM
Today just isn't the day for filming. My first collaborator forgot and we will need to reschedule. My second was filming with me when their internet cut out! Will they be able to return to finish today or is filming today doomed?!
Crumbs, it is a bit late to come to the realization I had at the time of the vote! But I suppose it is good that they are here now. The question is can it be rectified? Will the UK ever join the EU again?
Ah! Good morning, reality. And welcome. We’ve been expecting you…
October 20, 2025 at 10:06 PM
Crumbs, it is a bit late to come to the realization I had at the time of the vote! But I suppose it is good that they are here now. The question is can it be rectified? Will the UK ever join the EU again?
This is incredibly sad. With SACNAS literally two weeks away, local individuals who aren't presenting have been told that the institution will not cover their conference attendance.
www.insidehighered.com/news/faculty...
www.insidehighered.com/news/faculty...
Under Anti-DEI Pressure, Ohio State Limits Conference Funds
The Education Department recently criticized Ohio State University’s involvement with a nonprofit that encourages people from underrepresented backgrounds to pursue doctorates. Now, OSU is rethinking ...
www.insidehighered.com
October 15, 2025 at 8:21 PM
This is incredibly sad. With SACNAS literally two weeks away, local individuals who aren't presenting have been told that the institution will not cover their conference attendance.
www.insidehighered.com/news/faculty...
www.insidehighered.com/news/faculty...
Just had a fantastic conversation with Dr. Mahadeo Sukhai and only managed to cover the first section of questions in 3 hours! We have now scheduled another session next week where I can finally ask him all my questions on DEI. Learning about being a low vision scientist was fascinating!
October 14, 2025 at 6:58 PM
Just had a fantastic conversation with Dr. Mahadeo Sukhai and only managed to cover the first section of questions in 3 hours! We have now scheduled another session next week where I can finally ask him all my questions on DEI. Learning about being a low vision scientist was fascinating!
This seems like a really fun and exciting opportunity if you are a creative postdoc and member of the National Postdoctoral Association.
Deadline for submission: Monday, November 3, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. ET
www.nationalpostdoc.org/news/news.as...
Deadline for submission: Monday, November 3, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. ET
www.nationalpostdoc.org/news/news.as...
NPA Announces Annual Conference Design Contest - National Postdoctoral Association
To be eligible for the design contest, individuals must be a postdoctoral scholar, and be an NPA Full Individual Member OR Affiliate Member in good standing at the time of submission.
www.nationalpostdoc.org
October 13, 2025 at 3:55 PM
This seems like a really fun and exciting opportunity if you are a creative postdoc and member of the National Postdoctoral Association.
Deadline for submission: Monday, November 3, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. ET
www.nationalpostdoc.org/news/news.as...
Deadline for submission: Monday, November 3, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. ET
www.nationalpostdoc.org/news/news.as...
Starting a business can be a daunting task, but with the right mindset and strategy, it can also be a highly rewarding experience. In this video, we'll explore the first key questions when considering to start a business. I am joined by Lauren Celano and Dr. Shayla Vradenburgh.
youtu.be/3VHCP6ta15s
youtu.be/3VHCP6ta15s
What Does it TAKE to Start a BUSINESS?
YouTube video by EduKatedSTEM
youtu.be
October 8, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Starting a business can be a daunting task, but with the right mindset and strategy, it can also be a highly rewarding experience. In this video, we'll explore the first key questions when considering to start a business. I am joined by Lauren Celano and Dr. Shayla Vradenburgh.
youtu.be/3VHCP6ta15s
youtu.be/3VHCP6ta15s
As I sit here adding subtitles to my next videos I could see something moving out of the corner of my eye. Yep, I spotted a decently sized spider running around on my black desk. I spotted it as it was crossing some papers and back off again! Tried to move it but managed to lose it again...
a cartoon drawing of a boy with a spider behind him
ALT: a cartoon drawing of a boy with a spider behind him
media.tenor.com
October 6, 2025 at 11:31 PM
As I sit here adding subtitles to my next videos I could see something moving out of the corner of my eye. Yep, I spotted a decently sized spider running around on my black desk. I spotted it as it was crossing some papers and back off again! Tried to move it but managed to lose it again...
As SACNAS and ABRCMS are coming up I thought it would be a great time to share EduKatedSTEM's video on how to successfully network at conferences. I hope to see you there!
youtu.be/ZroBe-yfgKg
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How To Network Successfully At Conferences
YouTube video by EduKatedSTEM
youtu.be
October 6, 2025 at 4:32 PM
As SACNAS and ABRCMS are coming up I thought it would be a great time to share EduKatedSTEM's video on how to successfully network at conferences. I hope to see you there!
youtu.be/ZroBe-yfgKg
youtu.be/ZroBe-yfgKg
This is so sad, what an amazing individual who has left a massive legacy. She will be so missed.
Jane Goodall, ethologist and conservationist, has died. She was 91
October 1, 2025 at 7:58 PM
This is so sad, what an amazing individual who has left a massive legacy. She will be so missed.
I filmed this video months before filming the series on professional attire as I had lilac hair. I assumed it would be the first video out with that hair color, but it wasn't! I thought it fit better with the series on looking professional. Is colorful hair ever professional?
youtu.be/ac6l-kBw42A
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Is COLORFUL Hair Ever Professional?
YouTube video by EduKatedSTEM
youtu.be
October 1, 2025 at 4:37 PM
I filmed this video months before filming the series on professional attire as I had lilac hair. I assumed it would be the first video out with that hair color, but it wasn't! I thought it fit better with the series on looking professional. Is colorful hair ever professional?
youtu.be/ac6l-kBw42A
youtu.be/ac6l-kBw42A
I have discovered the podcast @tpwky which is so informative and I'm loving it. I especially love the parts where they laugh about something. Listening to Erin Allmann Updyke laugh is now brightening up my day! I have listened to the last few seasons but have now decided to just listen to them all!
October 1, 2025 at 4:14 PM
I have discovered the podcast @tpwky which is so informative and I'm loving it. I especially love the parts where they laugh about something. Listening to Erin Allmann Updyke laugh is now brightening up my day! I have listened to the last few seasons but have now decided to just listen to them all!
Reposted by Kate Sleeth Patterson, Ph.D.
Hey planetary science PhD graduaters: I know thinking about applying to postdocs this year seems daunting, so I am here to remind you that we have some REALLY GOOD prize fellowship at Caltech. Come work with me. Or Katherine. Or Heather. Or Konstantin. Or someone. Seriously. These are good. 🔭🪐
Postdoctoral Positions
From the Caltech Division of Geological and Planetary Sciences
www.gps.caltech.edu
September 29, 2025 at 9:17 PM
Hey planetary science PhD graduaters: I know thinking about applying to postdocs this year seems daunting, so I am here to remind you that we have some REALLY GOOD prize fellowship at Caltech. Come work with me. Or Katherine. Or Heather. Or Konstantin. Or someone. Seriously. These are good. 🔭🪐
Enjoyed talking with Dr. Shayla Vradenburgh and Lauren Celano this morning as we recorded for the EduKatedSTEM YouTube channel. Today we covered how to start your own business, providing general advice but also talking about our own experiences. Now I have some editing to do!
September 29, 2025 at 5:25 PM
Enjoyed talking with Dr. Shayla Vradenburgh and Lauren Celano this morning as we recorded for the EduKatedSTEM YouTube channel. Today we covered how to start your own business, providing general advice but also talking about our own experiences. Now I have some editing to do!
As a pregnant professional, you want to make a great impression at work while also prioritizing comfort and practicality. In this video, I share my top tips on how to dress for work success while pregnant, from stylish maternity wear to clever hacks for hiding your bump.
youtu.be/6AjfsrR7rn8
youtu.be/6AjfsrR7rn8
Pregnant and PROFESSIONAL How to Dress for Work Success?
YouTube video by EduKatedSTEM
youtu.be
September 24, 2025 at 3:15 PM
As a pregnant professional, you want to make a great impression at work while also prioritizing comfort and practicality. In this video, I share my top tips on how to dress for work success while pregnant, from stylish maternity wear to clever hacks for hiding your bump.
youtu.be/6AjfsrR7rn8
youtu.be/6AjfsrR7rn8
Had a productive video call with Dr. Mahadeo Sukhai to discuss a future interview for EduKatedSTEM on YouTube. Do you want to hear from a low vision scientist? How does he do science? He is a good friend and will happily answer my questions. What would you want to know?
#DEI #LowVision #Scientist
#DEI #LowVision #Scientist
September 15, 2025 at 11:07 PM
Had a productive video call with Dr. Mahadeo Sukhai to discuss a future interview for EduKatedSTEM on YouTube. Do you want to hear from a low vision scientist? How does he do science? He is a good friend and will happily answer my questions. What would you want to know?
#DEI #LowVision #Scientist
#DEI #LowVision #Scientist