Max Dunitz
@maxdunitz.bsky.social
Doctorant, Centre Borelli (compte perso). Je travail sur des problèmes inverse en imagerie. I work on inverse problems in imaging. He/they. #BlackLivesMatter Site web : max-dunitz.perso.math.cnrs.fr
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New from 404 Media: you can't refuse to be scanned by ICE's new facial recognition app, according to internal DHS document I obtained. Photos captured by the app are stored for 15 years, including U.S. citizens. We've seen officers scanning faces w/ phones on streets
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You Can't Refuse To Be Scanned by ICE's Facial Recognition App, DHS Document Says
Photos captured by Mobile Fortify will be stored for 15 years, regardless of immigration or citizenship status, the document says.
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October 31, 2025 at 1:49 PM
New from 404 Media: you can't refuse to be scanned by ICE's new facial recognition app, according to internal DHS document I obtained. Photos captured by the app are stored for 15 years, including U.S. citizens. We've seen officers scanning faces w/ phones on streets
www.404media.co/you-cant-ref...
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Support student media!
Many universities are swiftly, even eagerly slipping into the wave of repression against free speech and press. U. of Indiana and Purdue U. are two of those. Bravo on the Purdue Exponent for coming to the support of IU's beleaguered student newspaper. Makes this alumnus proud.
#AcademicSky
#AcademicSky
Purdue student journalists deliver special 'solidarity' newspaper to IU Bloomington campus
The special edition blasted across town features columns from IDS and Exponent editors, alongside QR codes to support both student papers.
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October 25, 2025 at 3:16 PM
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It will also kill a lot of people.
May 31, 2025 at 9:22 AM
It will also kill a lot of people.
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Witness the *proposed* devastation of NASA science. If this concerns you, consider exploring the tools provided to make your opinions known: www.planetary.org/save-nasa-sc...
May 30, 2025 at 8:34 PM
Witness the *proposed* devastation of NASA science. If this concerns you, consider exploring the tools provided to make your opinions known: www.planetary.org/save-nasa-sc...
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NRAO is listed as being hit with a 34.2% cut. Funding to the Green Bank Observatory would be cut by 68.6%, which would be absolutely cataclysmic.
Presidential budget is out. Here's NSF. Biggest cut, by amount, is $1 billion, or 66.8%, from MPS (Physics & Math directorate). nsf-gov-resources.nsf.gov/files/00-NSF...
May 30, 2025 at 9:19 PM
NRAO is listed as being hit with a 34.2% cut. Funding to the Green Bank Observatory would be cut by 68.6%, which would be absolutely cataclysmic.
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Open Letter in Support of Science — STAND UP FOR SCIENCE
www.standupforscience.net
May 26, 2025 at 8:28 PM
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"For me, the answer now lies in refusal, the withdrawal of participation from systems that require dishonesty as the price of belonging."
Today I am resigning from the National Science Board and the Library of Congress Scholars Council.
I wrote about my decision in TIME.
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Today I am resigning from the National Science Board and the Library of Congress Scholars Council.
I wrote about my decision in TIME.
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Why I’m Resigning from the NSF and Library of Congress
I cannot participate in systems that require dishonesty as the price of belonging.
time.com
May 13, 2025 at 11:19 AM
"For me, the answer now lies in refusal, the withdrawal of participation from systems that require dishonesty as the price of belonging."
Today I am resigning from the National Science Board and the Library of Congress Scholars Council.
I wrote about my decision in TIME.
time.com/7285045/resi...
Today I am resigning from the National Science Board and the Library of Congress Scholars Council.
I wrote about my decision in TIME.
time.com/7285045/resi...
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Ten Vital Services Provided by NOAA (Beyond the National Weather Service) by @whysharksmatter.bsky.social
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Ten Vital Services Provided by NOAA (Beyond the National Weather Service)
Far too much of the media coverage supporting NOAA only mentions one of many things they do: here are 10 more.
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May 1, 2025 at 2:44 PM
Ten Vital Services Provided by NOAA (Beyond the National Weather Service) by @whysharksmatter.bsky.social
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The NIH-funded Haskell-KU Bridges Program was terminated. It was one of the longest running programs of its kind, placing >130 Native American students into STEM labs over the last ~25 years. So many alums spoke of this program as being the entry point to their interest, and later, careers in STEM.
We have some very sad news. Today we received notification that our Bridges, MARC, PREP and IRACDA programs have been terminated. We are heartbroken.
April 4, 2025 at 11:14 PM
The NIH-funded Haskell-KU Bridges Program was terminated. It was one of the longest running programs of its kind, placing >130 Native American students into STEM labs over the last ~25 years. So many alums spoke of this program as being the entry point to their interest, and later, careers in STEM.
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🇺🇸 Aux Etats-Unis, Trump et Musk déciment à coups de licenciements la NOAA, vigie de la météo et du climat
En une semaine, l’Agence d’observation océanique et atmosphérique a perdu 10 % de ses 12 000 employés, licenciés sur fond de croisade antiscience du gouvernement américain.
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En une semaine, l’Agence d’observation océanique et atmosphérique a perdu 10 % de ses 12 000 employés, licenciés sur fond de croisade antiscience du gouvernement américain.
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Aux Etats-Unis, Trump et Musk déciment à coups de licenciements la NOAA, vigie de la météo et du climat
En une semaine, l’Agence d’observation océanique et atmosphérique a perdu 10 % de ses 12 000 employés, licenciés sur fond de croisade antiscience du gouvernement américain. Une manifestation mondiale de chercheurs est prévue le 7 mars.
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March 4, 2025 at 7:41 AM
🇺🇸 Aux Etats-Unis, Trump et Musk déciment à coups de licenciements la NOAA, vigie de la météo et du climat
En une semaine, l’Agence d’observation océanique et atmosphérique a perdu 10 % de ses 12 000 employés, licenciés sur fond de croisade antiscience du gouvernement américain.
Lire 👇
En une semaine, l’Agence d’observation océanique et atmosphérique a perdu 10 % de ses 12 000 employés, licenciés sur fond de croisade antiscience du gouvernement américain.
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Rubio terminated 5800 USAID contracts – more than 90% of its foreign aid programs – in defiance of the courts.
Here’s a list of just some of the lifesaving awards that were terminated. Nearly all were Congressionally mandated. They’ve saved millions of lives. 🧵
Here’s a list of just some of the lifesaving awards that were terminated. Nearly all were Congressionally mandated. They’ve saved millions of lives. 🧵
February 27, 2025 at 8:59 PM
Rubio terminated 5800 USAID contracts – more than 90% of its foreign aid programs – in defiance of the courts.
Here’s a list of just some of the lifesaving awards that were terminated. Nearly all were Congressionally mandated. They’ve saved millions of lives. 🧵
Here’s a list of just some of the lifesaving awards that were terminated. Nearly all were Congressionally mandated. They’ve saved millions of lives. 🧵
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All probationary federal employees at NOAA’s EMC that’s responsible for keeping all US weather model systems running have been fired with 1 hours notice. And that includes me and colleagues. We will not go quietly because we care about the NOAA mission to protect the public.
February 27, 2025 at 9:18 PM
All probationary federal employees at NOAA’s EMC that’s responsible for keeping all US weather model systems running have been fired with 1 hours notice. And that includes me and colleagues. We will not go quietly because we care about the NOAA mission to protect the public.
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BREAKING: The mass firing of upwards of 1,800 workers at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, including top climate scientists and weather forecasters, has begun.
The firings reportedly include workers at the National Weather Service.
The firings reportedly include workers at the National Weather Service.
February 27, 2025 at 10:11 PM
BREAKING: The mass firing of upwards of 1,800 workers at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, including top climate scientists and weather forecasters, has begun.
The firings reportedly include workers at the National Weather Service.
The firings reportedly include workers at the National Weather Service.
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“The massive reduction in staff at FEMA will have dangerous ripple effects for communities across the country,” said Shana Udvardy, senior climate resilience policy analyst at UCS. “At a time when FEMA staff is low capacity, this is going in the wrong direction.”
Senior Leaders Are Leaving FEMA
Along with about 1,000 rank-and-file workers, FEMA is losing some of the managers most experienced in handling emergency efforts.
www.nytimes.com
February 27, 2025 at 10:00 PM
“The massive reduction in staff at FEMA will have dangerous ripple effects for communities across the country,” said Shana Udvardy, senior climate resilience policy analyst at UCS. “At a time when FEMA staff is low capacity, this is going in the wrong direction.”
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There is one good response to these nonsensical, indiscriminate tariffs:
Tariffs for oligarchs!
If Tesla wants to keep having access to the EU market, then Musk should have to pay tax in the EU
www.ft.com/content/2f02...
Tariffs for oligarchs!
If Tesla wants to keep having access to the EU market, then Musk should have to pay tax in the EU
www.ft.com/content/2f02...
Donald Trump threatens to impose 25% tariffs on EU goods
US president warns levies will target auto sector and be applied ‘generally’
www.ft.com
February 26, 2025 at 8:38 PM
There is one good response to these nonsensical, indiscriminate tariffs:
Tariffs for oligarchs!
If Tesla wants to keep having access to the EU market, then Musk should have to pay tax in the EU
www.ft.com/content/2f02...
Tariffs for oligarchs!
If Tesla wants to keep having access to the EU market, then Musk should have to pay tax in the EU
www.ft.com/content/2f02...
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this action has already murdered ~14,000 adults and ~1,500 children
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February 25, 2025 at 4:49 PM
this action has already murdered ~14,000 adults and ~1,500 children
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Join us! Science Homecoming helps scientists reconnect with communities by writing about the importance of science funding in their hometown newspapers. We’ve mapped every small newspaper in the U.S. and provide resources to get you started. Help science get back home 🧪🔬🧬 🏠
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Science Homecoming
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February 18, 2025 at 5:12 PM
Join us! Science Homecoming helps scientists reconnect with communities by writing about the importance of science funding in their hometown newspapers. We’ve mapped every small newspaper in the U.S. and provide resources to get you started. Help science get back home 🧪🔬🧬 🏠
sciencehomecoming.com
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The Trump administration is targeting scientists and unlawfully seizing control of the NOAA, the agency responsible for monitoring and issuing weather alerts. Here’s how this move could have widespread consequences if the administration follows through with the plans laid out in #Project2025.
A Day Without NOAA, a Day Without the National Weather Service?
The Trump Administration threatens one of our most powerful tools against deadly weather—the ability to predict where it will affect us.
blog.ucsusa.org
February 14, 2025 at 5:15 PM
The Trump administration is targeting scientists and unlawfully seizing control of the NOAA, the agency responsible for monitoring and issuing weather alerts. Here’s how this move could have widespread consequences if the administration follows through with the plans laid out in #Project2025.
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I maxed out my credit card, emptied my savings account, and took out a loan to move from Alabama to Bethesda, MD. I don’t even qualify for unemployment since I’ve only worked at NIH for a month. I will be financially and medically devastated.
Seeking suggestions for anywhere that’s hiring!!
Seeking suggestions for anywhere that’s hiring!!
Today, along with 2,000 other NIH employees, I had to clear out my office 😭
It was truly the honor of my life to work with such incredibly passionate people focused on improving human health. I’ve never experienced a more positive culture where *everyone* cared about their job and serving others.
It was truly the honor of my life to work with such incredibly passionate people focused on improving human health. I’ve never experienced a more positive culture where *everyone* cared about their job and serving others.
February 14, 2025 at 11:49 PM
I maxed out my credit card, emptied my savings account, and took out a loan to move from Alabama to Bethesda, MD. I don’t even qualify for unemployment since I’ve only worked at NIH for a month. I will be financially and medically devastated.
Seeking suggestions for anywhere that’s hiring!!
Seeking suggestions for anywhere that’s hiring!!
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AIP's FYI is seeking information about the extent of recent or planned layoffs at federal science agencies and their impacts on agency operations.
You can reach FYI at fyi@aip.org,
by phone at 301-209-3095,
or on Signal at fyi_science_policy_news.25
You can reach FYI at fyi@aip.org,
by phone at 301-209-3095,
or on Signal at fyi_science_policy_news.25
FYI Seeking Details on Layoffs at Science Agencies
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February 14, 2025 at 10:02 PM
AIP's FYI is seeking information about the extent of recent or planned layoffs at federal science agencies and their impacts on agency operations.
You can reach FYI at fyi@aip.org,
by phone at 301-209-3095,
or on Signal at fyi_science_policy_news.25
You can reach FYI at fyi@aip.org,
by phone at 301-209-3095,
or on Signal at fyi_science_policy_news.25
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Last night I found out that the NSF math postdoctoral fellowship I applied for is being deleted because it does not comply with Trump’s executive orders on DEI in the federal government. I’m going to answer some FAQs and share some thoughts about this ordeal in this thread 1/n
February 8, 2025 at 6:42 PM
Last night I found out that the NSF math postdoctoral fellowship I applied for is being deleted because it does not comply with Trump’s executive orders on DEI in the federal government. I’m going to answer some FAQs and share some thoughts about this ordeal in this thread 1/n
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Research universities are often the largest employers in their region. They are often the primary health care providers to communities. This funding shift will not only reduce US research leadership, it will put working people out of work and reduce healthcare access.
Excellent 🧵 on this evening's NIH announcement of a dramatic reduction in indirect rates for research institutions, which amounts to a generational restructuring of the US research and development ecosystem. These cuts are effective immediately, not just for new grants but for existing ones.
6. The policy does not just affect funding going forward. All existing NIH grants will have their indirect rates cut to 15% as of today, the date of issuance.
For a large university, this creates a sudden and catastrophic shortfall of hundreds of millions of dollars against already budgeted funds.
For a large university, this creates a sudden and catastrophic shortfall of hundreds of millions of dollars against already budgeted funds.
February 8, 2025 at 1:40 AM
Research universities are often the largest employers in their region. They are often the primary health care providers to communities. This funding shift will not only reduce US research leadership, it will put working people out of work and reduce healthcare access.
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Au rythme où évoluent les positions américaines sur la disponibilité des données climatiques, soutenir Copernicus et les travaux de l'U.E. paraît d'autant plus nécessaire.
How unusual were 2023 and 2024 compared to the global warming trend, averaging an increase of around 0.2°C per decade?
Dive into the analysis of anthropogenic and natural factors 👉 bit.ly/40kQpcz
Dive into the analysis of anthropogenic and natural factors 👉 bit.ly/40kQpcz
February 5, 2025 at 11:15 AM
Au rythme où évoluent les positions américaines sur la disponibilité des données climatiques, soutenir Copernicus et les travaux de l'U.E. paraît d'autant plus nécessaire.