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Helga Palma
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Happy Research Scientist in this Universe, tour guide at the Norwegian fjords and thriller writer in a parallel Universe▫️ Atoms with consciousness; matter with curiosity ▫️Melomaniac
#foodforthought #science

U.K. science sector is ‘bleeding to death,’ lawmakers say in report | Science | AAAS www.science.org/content/arti...
U.K. science sector is ‘bleeding to death,’ lawmakers say in report
House of Lords committee urges government to stem exodus of science and technology companies
www.science.org
November 6, 2025 at 9:33 PM
“It’s the moon that moves me. The sunlight makes everything so obvious.” —Bavo Dhooge

#BeaverFullMoon #ClearSkies #LookUp
November 6, 2025 at 2:25 AM
“Environments that may seem desolate and devoid of warmth, light, or sustenance, they are anything but empty. They’re home to extraordinary microbes known as extremophiles, which have adapted to conditions that would destroy most known organisms.”

Fascinating!

www.the-scientist.com/fantastic-mi...
Fantastic Microbes and Where to Find Them
Some microbes happily thrive in unforgiving environments. An extremophile hunt is underway to leverage their resilience tactics, from medicine to space exploration.
www.the-scientist.com
June 19, 2025 at 4:54 PM
Baby Is Healed With World’s First Personalised Gene-Editing Treatment

#ILoveScience #Exciting #Inspiring #GeneEditingTreatment

www.nytimes.com/2025/05/15/h...
Baby Is Healed With World’s First Personalized Gene-Editing Treatment
www.nytimes.com
May 15, 2025 at 9:38 PM
Reposted by Helga Palma
The axolotl has the ability to regenerate its brain.

Using single-cell transcriptomics, four Science studies in 2022 revealed evolutionary innovations in reptile and amphibian brains.

Learn more during #AmphibianWeek: scim.ag/3EEKMxZ
May 5, 2025 at 7:24 PM
#happyvalentines 😊🫰🏼🫶🏼
February 14, 2025 at 8:52 PM
Uzi Doorman colour 💜😈💜

#newhaircolour #newlook #lovepurple
January 22, 2025 at 5:40 PM
Wanna know why you’re a lightweight? 🥹😅😬

“Genetics and tolerance shake up how alcohol affects each person, creating a unique cocktail of experiences.”

www.the-scientist.com/why-do-some-...
Why Do Some People Get Drunk Faster Than Others?
Genetics and tolerance shake up how alcohol affects each person, creating a unique cocktail of experiences.
www.the-scientist.com
January 14, 2025 at 4:55 PM
“Certain corals, crabs, and pufferfish use the phases of the moon to coordinate the mass spawning events that are necessary to produce the next generation.”

How Does the Moon Influence Animal Behavior?

In case you were curious 🤓🧐.

www.the-scientist.com/how-does-the...
How Does the Moon Influence Animal Behavior?
When the moon hits L-Cry like a big pizza pie, that’s amore—or at least a mass spawning event for marine worms.
www.the-scientist.com
January 14, 2025 at 4:39 PM
January 14, 2025 at 4:50 AM
La noche era cálida y tranquila, el lugar era un paraíso, así que no me sorprendería que hasta los ángeles quisieran unírsenos 😌…el efecto de la luz bajando de las nubes atrás quedó precioso. No hay ningún filtro, solo creo que moví la cámara antes de que terminara la toma 💙✨.

#nochesenlaplaya
January 11, 2025 at 8:19 PM
December 22, 2024 at 6:17 AM
December 15, 2024 at 7:04 AM
Reposted by Helga Palma
Job interview tip: Remember, every question is a test so when they say "How are you?" reply "Goal orientated, thank you."
November 30, 2024 at 9:19 AM
Reposted by Helga Palma
If President-elect Donald Trump follows through with proposals to impose a 25% tariff on all items from Canada and Mexico, the result would be a stiff penalty on some of America’s favorite libations – not to mention the No. 1 beer brand in the nation, Modelo
Trump’s tariffs could push up the price of your favorite beer (and tequila) | CNN Business
Beer and liquor may be recession-proof, but they’re certainly not tariff-proof.
www.cnn.com
November 30, 2024 at 11:34 AM
“Other species produce tears, but ours is the only one that scientists believe consistently cries not just to lubricate and protect the eyeballs, but also to express emotion — like after a breakup, at graduation ceremonies and while watching “The Notebook.””

#foodforthought #mondayread #interesting
Why Humans Cry
We’re the only species that sheds emotional tears, but much about them remains an enigma.
www.nytimes.com
November 25, 2024 at 1:57 PM
Reposted by Helga Palma
November 24, 2024 at 12:08 PM
Got my #WeekendRead sorted! Thanks a lot for the recommendation, @cbenvenuto.bsky.social, I’m looking forward to enjoying this reading 😊🤓.
November 22, 2024 at 5:50 PM
🎶It’s cold outside, the streets are dark and the winds are wild and I…🎶

#asílascosas #winterishere #manchester
November 21, 2024 at 7:38 PM
November 16, 2024 at 4:16 PM
“Three people with severely impaired vision who received stem-cell transplants have experienced substantial improvements in their sight that have persisted for more than a year.”

The researchers are about to launch clinical trials to assess the treatment’s efficacy.

#foodforthought #excitingnews
World-first stem-cell treatment restores vision in people
The treatment, given to four people with damaged corneas, seems safe but needs to be tested in larger trials.
www.nature.com
November 15, 2024 at 10:20 AM