Erin Gerecke, PhD, ELS
@mulledscience.bsky.social
Science editor/writer/educator, biologist, nature/book lover, & busy musician—often in a different order. She/Her #SciComm
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I am trying to find everyone working on plant genomics:
go.bsky.app/NqARJ7V
Please let me know who is already on @bsky.app, but missing in this #PlantGenomics starter pack
go.bsky.app/NqARJ7V
Please let me know who is already on @bsky.app, but missing in this #PlantGenomics starter pack
February 28, 2025 at 7:39 AM
I am trying to find everyone working on plant genomics:
go.bsky.app/NqARJ7V
Please let me know who is already on @bsky.app, but missing in this #PlantGenomics starter pack
go.bsky.app/NqARJ7V
Please let me know who is already on @bsky.app, but missing in this #PlantGenomics starter pack
Compelling interviews and perspectives on how our country pulling back from science impacts our students, scientific jobs, and the future of American innovation. www.pbs.org/newshour/sho...
Top researchers consider leaving U.S. amid funding cuts: 'The science world is ending'
A poll from the journal Nature found that 75% of researchers in the U.S. are considering leaving the country. That includes a man who’s been dubbed the "Mozart of Math." Stephanie Sy examines what’s b...
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November 2, 2025 at 8:12 PM
Compelling interviews and perspectives on how our country pulling back from science impacts our students, scientific jobs, and the future of American innovation. www.pbs.org/newshour/sho...
Cool biology news of the week! mRNA-based COVID-19 vaccines gave an immune boost to people being treated with immunotherapies for certain cancers, which correlated with extended lifespan for some of them. 🧪
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October 23, 2025 at 4:28 PM
Cool biology news of the week! mRNA-based COVID-19 vaccines gave an immune boost to people being treated with immunotherapies for certain cancers, which correlated with extended lifespan for some of them. 🧪
www.reuters.com/business/hea...
www.reuters.com/business/hea...
Seeing news of recent multiple outbreaks and deaths from measles and whooping cough in the U.S. thanks to falling vaccination rates. Meanwhile, the WHO celebrates the eradiction of measles and rubella on the other side of the planet. www.who.int/westernpacif...
Rubella elimination verified in Japan, and measles and rubella elimination verified in Pacific island countries and areas
The World Health Organization (WHO) today announced that the 21 Pacific island countries and areas that are part of the WHO Western Pacific Region have collectively been verified as having eliminated ...
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October 13, 2025 at 1:29 PM
Seeing news of recent multiple outbreaks and deaths from measles and whooping cough in the U.S. thanks to falling vaccination rates. Meanwhile, the WHO celebrates the eradiction of measles and rubella on the other side of the planet. www.who.int/westernpacif...
Today I’m supporting the @inacademyofscience.bsky.social with fun hands-on engagement for kids at the annual “Celebrate Science Indiana” festival. I enjoy this event and all the great people I’ve met at both CSI & IAS. Join us in our community for supporting science & science education in our state!
October 11, 2025 at 4:35 PM
Today I’m supporting the @inacademyofscience.bsky.social with fun hands-on engagement for kids at the annual “Celebrate Science Indiana” festival. I enjoy this event and all the great people I’ve met at both CSI & IAS. Join us in our community for supporting science & science education in our state!
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Why does the naked mole rat have the longest lifespan of any rodent, nearly 40 years?
A 30-year long mystery unraveled @ScienceMagazine today!
Its cGAS enzyme in cells has 4 missense mutations that upends its function, promoting DNA repair and suppressing inflammation
www.science.org/doi/10.1126/...
A 30-year long mystery unraveled @ScienceMagazine today!
Its cGAS enzyme in cells has 4 missense mutations that upends its function, promoting DNA repair and suppressing inflammation
www.science.org/doi/10.1126/...
October 9, 2025 at 6:06 PM
Why does the naked mole rat have the longest lifespan of any rodent, nearly 40 years?
A 30-year long mystery unraveled @ScienceMagazine today!
Its cGAS enzyme in cells has 4 missense mutations that upends its function, promoting DNA repair and suppressing inflammation
www.science.org/doi/10.1126/...
A 30-year long mystery unraveled @ScienceMagazine today!
Its cGAS enzyme in cells has 4 missense mutations that upends its function, promoting DNA repair and suppressing inflammation
www.science.org/doi/10.1126/...
Sad little trees. 🌲 🌲🌲
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Bob Ross paintings to be auctioned to support public TV stations after federal funding cuts
All profits will help public TV stations with licensing fees for popular programs that include "The Best of Joy of Painting" and "America's Test Kitchen."
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October 8, 2025 at 3:46 AM
Sad little trees. 🌲 🌲🌲
www.pbs.org/newshour/art...
www.pbs.org/newshour/art...
A glimmer of good science news for a devastating genetic disease: gene therapy (using microRNAs ❤️) may become a way to help slow disease progression. 🧪
www.bbc.com/news/article...
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Huntington's disease successfully treated for first time
One of the most devastating diseases finally has a treatment that can slow its progression and transform lives, tearful doctors tell BBC.
www.bbc.com
September 25, 2025 at 1:20 PM
A glimmer of good science news for a devastating genetic disease: gene therapy (using microRNAs ❤️) may become a way to help slow disease progression. 🧪
www.bbc.com/news/article...
www.bbc.com/news/article...
I’ve enjoyed learning from fresh perspectives, meeting editors from many areas of work, and feeling inspired by the power of words this week at #ACESVCON25. Thanks for a great virtual conference with so many resources to explore! ✏️ #editing
Day 2 of #ACESVCON25 brought the energy, insight, and inspiration!🔥 From engaging speakers to practical wisdom shared across sessions, today was a masterclass in excellence and connection.
September 19, 2025 at 2:15 PM
I’ve enjoyed learning from fresh perspectives, meeting editors from many areas of work, and feeling inspired by the power of words this week at #ACESVCON25. Thanks for a great virtual conference with so many resources to explore! ✏️ #editing
Fun at Victory Field yesterday for STEAM night—making lava lamp models with @inacademyofscience.bsky.social!
August 27, 2025 at 4:08 PM
Fun at Victory Field yesterday for STEAM night—making lava lamp models with @inacademyofscience.bsky.social!
I was thinking about Paramecium last night—how cool & mysterious these single-celled microbes are. All the scientists I know are depressed about the politics of science funding. Maybe it’s time for everyone to go back to school, stare at Paramecium under the microscope, & wonder at the world again.
August 14, 2025 at 12:09 PM
I was thinking about Paramecium last night—how cool & mysterious these single-celled microbes are. All the scientists I know are depressed about the politics of science funding. Maybe it’s time for everyone to go back to school, stare at Paramecium under the microscope, & wonder at the world again.
I’m apparently too worn out by the news plus trying to live my life that I’m just not using this site the way I wanted to. But I appreciate the posts I read when I remember to check in on the people I follow. Thank you for your content! Here’s a beautiful neighborhood hibiscus for your efforts.
August 12, 2025 at 2:59 AM
I’m apparently too worn out by the news plus trying to live my life that I’m just not using this site the way I wanted to. But I appreciate the posts I read when I remember to check in on the people I follow. Thank you for your content! Here’s a beautiful neighborhood hibiscus for your efforts.
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Every reputable expert I know considers mRNA vaccine technology to be one of the most revolutionary advances in medicine in our lifetimes. Its inventors won the Nobel Prize in 2023. Shutting it down now is pointless self-harm to humanity.
Release from HHS: HHS will wind down its development of the mRNA vaccine development activities under the Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA).
August 5, 2025 at 10:54 PM
Every reputable expert I know considers mRNA vaccine technology to be one of the most revolutionary advances in medicine in our lifetimes. Its inventors won the Nobel Prize in 2023. Shutting it down now is pointless self-harm to humanity.
I’m a scientist thanks to past support from the NIH. But we all have benefited from the support of federally funded science in some way. Join us in supporting science for the future!
Science in America is Dying. We Need Your Help to Keep it Alive.
America can’t be great without support for the sciences.
medium.com/p/99f78ab122ee
America can’t be great without support for the sciences.
medium.com/p/99f78ab122ee
Science in America is Dying. We Need Your Help to Keep it Alive.
America can’t be great without support for the sciences.
medium.com
July 29, 2025 at 9:47 PM
I’m a scientist thanks to past support from the NIH. But we all have benefited from the support of federally funded science in some way. Join us in supporting science for the future!
The em dash has its say.
(I will support them—and en dashes—to the end.) #editing
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(I will support them—and en dashes—to the end.) #editing
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The Em Dash Responds to the AI Allegations
“In recent months, a curious fixation has emerged in corners of academia: the em dash. More specifically, the apparent moral panic around how it is...
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July 21, 2025 at 1:59 AM
The em dash has its say.
(I will support them—and en dashes—to the end.) #editing
www.mcsweeneys.net/articles/the...
(I will support them—and en dashes—to the end.) #editing
www.mcsweeneys.net/articles/the...
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Before states banned abortion, one of the gravest outcomes of early miscarriage could easily be avoided: Doctors could offer a dilation and curettage procedure, which quickly empties the uterus and allows it to close, protecting against a life-threatening hemorrhage.
NEW: More women have nearly bled to death during miscarriage under Texas’ abortion ban.
Experts say the trend paints a troubling picture of the harms of unnecessary delays in care. “This is striking,” one doctor said. “The trend is very clear.”
Experts say the trend paints a troubling picture of the harms of unnecessary delays in care. “This is striking,” one doctor said. “The trend is very clear.”
A “Striking” Trend: After Texas Banned Abortion, More Women Nearly Bled to Death During Miscarriage
A new ProPublica data analysis adds to the mounting evidence that abortion bans have made the common experience of first-trimester miscarriage far more dangerous.
www.propublica.org
July 1, 2025 at 11:53 AM
Before states banned abortion, one of the gravest outcomes of early miscarriage could easily be avoided: Doctors could offer a dilation and curettage procedure, which quickly empties the uterus and allows it to close, protecting against a life-threatening hemorrhage.
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All childhood vaccines in question after first meeting of RFK Jr.’s vaccine panel arstechnica.com/health/2025/...
All childhood vaccines in question after first meeting of RFK Jr.’s vaccine panel
Overall, the meeting was packed with anti-vaccine talking points and arguments.
arstechnica.com
June 26, 2025 at 12:49 PM
All childhood vaccines in question after first meeting of RFK Jr.’s vaccine panel arstechnica.com/health/2025/...
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For those who asked: this article is now temporarily open access for everyone.
My latest for American Scientist Magazine helps give scientists the tools to fight back against politicized charges that our research is silly or pointless- tools that will work whether you’re asked “why are we funding this” from your asshole uncle at Thanksgiving or an asshole US Senator.
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“Why Are We Funding This?”
Long-standing myths about “silly science” have contributed to the reckless slashing of government-supported research.
www.americanscientist.org
June 18, 2025 at 3:44 PM
For those who asked: this article is now temporarily open access for everyone.
Great science news: This sounds like it could be a game changer in the global fight against new HIV infections. A twice a year injection instead of PrEP’s daily pill. Now to figure out how to get it to the people who need it most. www.npr.org/sections/goa... 🧪
HIV prevention drug hailed as a 'breakthrough' gets FDA approval
A drug called lenacapavir, administered in two injections a year, offers protection from HIV comparable to daily pills. One looming question: Will it be affordable for lower resource countries?
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June 19, 2025 at 12:42 AM
Great science news: This sounds like it could be a game changer in the global fight against new HIV infections. A twice a year injection instead of PrEP’s daily pill. Now to figure out how to get it to the people who need it most. www.npr.org/sections/goa... 🧪
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Climate.gov is the main source of timely climate-related information for the public. It will stop publishing new information because the Trump administration laid off everyone who worked on it.
A popular climate website will be hobbled, after Trump administration eliminates entire staff
Climate.gov is the main source of timely climate-related information for the public. It will stop publishing new information because the Trump administration laid off everyone who worked on it.
n.pr
June 12, 2025 at 11:47 PM
Climate.gov is the main source of timely climate-related information for the public. It will stop publishing new information because the Trump administration laid off everyone who worked on it.
“The science hasn’t changed.” OB-GYNs speak out against changes in Covid-19 vaccine policy. www.acog.org/news/news-re...
ACOG Statement on HHS Recommendations Regarding the COVID Vaccine During Pregnancy
ACOG strongly opposes the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' decision to stop recommending the COVID vaccination during pregnancy, citing clear evidence of its safety and effectiveness in p...
www.acog.org
May 28, 2025 at 12:14 PM
“The science hasn’t changed.” OB-GYNs speak out against changes in Covid-19 vaccine policy. www.acog.org/news/news-re...
CBS Sunday Morning: Medical journalist Dr. Timothy Johnson, on the collapse to medical research funding.
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Health expert calls Trump's medical research cuts "reckless destruction"
Dr. Timothy Johnson, longtime network TV medical reporter and founding editor of the Harvard Medical School Health Letter, says that by cutting more than $1.8 billion in grants from the National Insti...
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May 27, 2025 at 1:01 AM
CBS Sunday Morning: Medical journalist Dr. Timothy Johnson, on the collapse to medical research funding.
www.cbsnews.com/video/health...
www.cbsnews.com/video/health...