Thomas R. Webb, PhD
@thomasrwebb.bsky.social
I’m a scientist with a background in drug discovery, medicinal chemistry and an interest in botany, gardening and ecology. Based in Southern California.
https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Thomas-Webb-3
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My House representative has it exactly right!
As we reflect on the legacy of the strongest Speaker in American history, we are watching the weakest in real time.
A few words on the cowardice and supplication of Mike Johnson.
A few words on the cowardice and supplication of Mike Johnson.
November 8, 2025 at 8:19 PM
My House representative has it exactly right!
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Seriously? He has no idea how insurance works or how to govern. I’ll never get over 77 million people thinking a man this incompetent belongs anywhere near the Oval Office.
November 8, 2025 at 3:39 PM
Seriously? He has no idea how insurance works or how to govern. I’ll never get over 77 million people thinking a man this incompetent belongs anywhere near the Oval Office.
I’m always hoping there’s intelligent life out there. I really hope that if there is that it’s much more sustainably intelligent than here. www.space.com/astronomy/ja...
JWST makes 1st-ever detection of complex organic molecules around star in galaxy beyond our Milky Way
JWST makes 1st-ever detection of complex organic molecules around star in galaxy beyond our Milky Way
www.space.com
November 7, 2025 at 9:02 PM
I’m always hoping there’s intelligent life out there. I really hope that if there is that it’s much more sustainably intelligent than here. www.space.com/astronomy/ja...
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RFK Jr ran out of the room to switch off the Trump animatronic.
November 7, 2025 at 5:55 PM
RFK Jr ran out of the room to switch off the Trump animatronic.
We have Dr. Oz channeling Carl Sagan but with ‘Billions’ of lost pounds in America rather than stars. Americans may lose a lot of weight but that’s also going to be due to the fact that groceries are too expensive and the cuts to food programs for the poor. The emphasis is on eugenics not health!
White House strikes deals for lower prices on obesity drugs
Medicare beneficiaries will soon be able to get obesity and Type 2 diabetes drugs for a $50 copay. But there are some limitations.
www.npr.org
November 6, 2025 at 7:56 PM
We have Dr. Oz channeling Carl Sagan but with ‘Billions’ of lost pounds in America rather than stars. Americans may lose a lot of weight but that’s also going to be due to the fact that groceries are too expensive and the cuts to food programs for the poor. The emphasis is on eugenics not health!
It’s an especially good day to fire RFK, Jr.!
From yesterday's rally calling for the impeachment of RFK, Jr.
www.dcnewsnow.com/video/hundre...
@standupforscience.bsky.social
www.dcnewsnow.com/video/hundre...
@standupforscience.bsky.social
November 6, 2025 at 1:07 PM
It’s an especially good day to fire RFK, Jr.!
“… the honorable mind which is to form a healthy judgement should have had no experience or contamination of evil habits when young. And that is why in youth good men often appear to be simple, and are easily practiced upon by the dishonest. Plato’s Republic, ca. 380 BC
November 5, 2025 at 10:50 PM
“… the honorable mind which is to form a healthy judgement should have had no experience or contamination of evil habits when young. And that is why in youth good men often appear to be simple, and are easily practiced upon by the dishonest. Plato’s Republic, ca. 380 BC
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I think this dude might be the most likely Presidential candidate to win for the Dems.
November 5, 2025 at 4:45 PM
I think this dude might be the most likely Presidential candidate to win for the Dems.
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You absolutely would not want to be, or be anywhere near, any bottle of ketchup in what remains of the White House today.
November 5, 2025 at 12:00 PM
You absolutely would not want to be, or be anywhere near, any bottle of ketchup in what remains of the White House today.
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This morning I can see 67 votes to convict on a bill of impeachment.
November 5, 2025 at 12:05 PM
This morning I can see 67 votes to convict on a bill of impeachment.
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Where are the Myth Busters when you really need them?
a man wearing a black beret is standing in front of a sign that says wax
ALT: a man wearing a black beret is standing in front of a sign that says wax
media.tenor.com
November 4, 2025 at 8:12 PM
Where are the Myth Busters when you really need them?
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November 3, 2025 at 8:27 PM
Wow
November 2, 2025 at 12:18 AM
Wow
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This is pathetic on two counts. First, the “Dear Leader” worship from Trump’s Cabinet is mind-boggling. Second, it’s dishonest — Trump’s been defunding science, driving talent overseas, and creating a brain drain.
Now, if there were a Nobel for idiocy, he’d be a finalist.
Now, if there were a Nobel for idiocy, he’d be a finalist.
November 1, 2025 at 3:32 PM
This is pathetic on two counts. First, the “Dear Leader” worship from Trump’s Cabinet is mind-boggling. Second, it’s dishonest — Trump’s been defunding science, driving talent overseas, and creating a brain drain.
Now, if there were a Nobel for idiocy, he’d be a finalist.
Now, if there were a Nobel for idiocy, he’d be a finalist.
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We are seeking a senior tenured professor in our Department working on affective and/or motivational neuroscience (defined in the ad, but pretty broad). The idea is that this person is going help lead our growth in this area alongside our excellent Centers. jobs.utdallas.edu/postings/30693
Associate/Full Professor - Affective Motivational Neuroscience
Position DescriptionThe Department of Neuroscience in the School of Behavioral and Brain Sciences at The University of Texas at Dallas seeks a late-stage Associate or Full Professor faculty member to ...
jobs.utdallas.edu
October 31, 2025 at 9:48 PM
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Today would be a great day to remove RFK jr. from the cabinet! c.org/MPbWXscLgY
RFK Jr. Must Be Removed—Before More Damage is Done, Before More Lives are Lost
Can you spare a minute to help this campaign?
c.org
October 31, 2025 at 8:59 PM
Today would be a great day to remove RFK jr. from the cabinet! c.org/MPbWXscLgY
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Over the next few weeks I'll be sharing some fun PhD opportunities. Today, if you're into hydrology, forests and wading 🪶 in Scotland this one might be for you! 🧪 www.findaphd.com/phds/project...
October 31, 2025 at 4:40 PM
Over the next few weeks I'll be sharing some fun PhD opportunities. Today, if you're into hydrology, forests and wading 🪶 in Scotland this one might be for you! 🧪 www.findaphd.com/phds/project...
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Sad day for the folks who staked their reputations on lab leak conspiracy theories.
www.telegraph.co.uk/global-healt...
www.telegraph.co.uk/global-healt...
October 31, 2025 at 3:51 PM
Sad day for the folks who staked their reputations on lab leak conspiracy theories.
www.telegraph.co.uk/global-healt...
www.telegraph.co.uk/global-healt...
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New in PN: The 1,287,923 defects in the Comey case ... so far
"Dismissal is probably the best result for the government, since it would spare the DOJ having its dirty laundry aired in court before getting spanked for having brought such a garbage case. But even so, it'd be very, very funny."
"Dismissal is probably the best result for the government, since it would spare the DOJ having its dirty laundry aired in court before getting spanked for having brought such a garbage case. But even so, it'd be very, very funny."
The 1,287,923 defects in the Comey case ... so far
Welcome to the Rocket Docket, Lindsey Halligan!
www.publicnotice.co
October 15, 2025 at 1:13 PM
New in PN: The 1,287,923 defects in the Comey case ... so far
"Dismissal is probably the best result for the government, since it would spare the DOJ having its dirty laundry aired in court before getting spanked for having brought such a garbage case. But even so, it'd be very, very funny."
"Dismissal is probably the best result for the government, since it would spare the DOJ having its dirty laundry aired in court before getting spanked for having brought such a garbage case. But even so, it'd be very, very funny."
The Felon in our Oval Office gave them everything they wanted so we could sell half as many soybeans as we did last year. If this is winning then I’m definitely tired of it!
October 30, 2025 at 6:03 PM
The Felon in our Oval Office gave them everything they wanted so we could sell half as many soybeans as we did last year. If this is winning then I’m definitely tired of it!