Oonagh Williams
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Oonagh Williams
@itsoonagh.bsky.social
Cape Town, South Africa
Registered Therapeutic Reflexologist
www.oonaghwilliamsreflexology.com
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Calling all African Health Care Leaders: the African STARS Fellowship; a fully funded Master of Business Administration (MBA). Opportunity provided by CERI at Stellenbosch University and the Institut Pasteur de Dakar, in partnership with the @MastercardFdn www.starsfellows.africa/Master-Busin...
June 22, 2025 at 9:25 AM
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Why haven’t we cured cancer yet?” It’s a question I hear a lot sometimes with a side of conspiracy. The truth? Cancer isn’t one disease, and it’s constantly evolving to outsmart treatments. I broke it all down in my latest post #healthscience Read here: girlysteminist.wordpress.com/2025/03/27/c...
Cancer. The disease we all know, but few truly understand
Cancer. It’s a word we’re all familiar with, yet it’s one of the most misunderstood diseases out there. People often ask, “Why haven’t we cured cancer yet?” Sometimes with a hint of conspiracy, as …
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March 27, 2025 at 8:52 AM
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Mine in today’s @newyorker.com
March 12, 2025 at 2:46 PM
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Lately, I’ve been thinking about ambition how it drives us and sometimes leaves us exhausted. Is it really the driving force we make it out to be? Just dropped some thoughts on my blog, if you’re curious: girlysteminist.wordpress.com/2025/03/12/c...
Contemplating: Ambition
Lately, I’ve been thinking about ambition. Not just as a concept, but as a force that propels and, at times, consumes. There’s a fine line between striving for something meaningful and chasing an i…
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March 12, 2025 at 1:31 PM
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JOB: Join us as a Postdoctoral Researcher in Biodiversity Genomics & help unlock the genetic secrets of Brazil’s Atlantic Forest 🌿

From microbial diversity to bioactive compounds, your work will help shape conservation & bioeconomy research

📅 Apply by 13 April

👉 careers.kew.org/vacancy/post...
March 7, 2025 at 4:14 PM
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We are hiring multiple Post-Docs and PhD students, maybe good to have a break of the US and come develop cutting-edge science in South Africa!
www.nytimes.com/2025/03/06/u...
As Trump Goes After Universities, Students Are Now on the Chopping Block (Gift Article)
Uncertainty about how much money colleges and universities stand to lose has led some schools to reduce the number of doctoral students, in some cases reneging on offers.
www.nytimes.com
March 6, 2025 at 1:10 PM
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Applications OPEN! The Young Professional Program (YPP), our flagship fellowship! 12 months, advanced training in research & entrepreneurship in Industry. Are you an aspiring innovator looking to bridge the gap between research & industry in Africa? www.starsfellows.africa/young-profes...
March 2, 2025 at 1:34 PM
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OPEN for Applications! African STARS Fellowship program - Spend 4 months with us at CERI or IPD to receive advanced training in genomics, diagnostics, and/or vaccine development. Unique opportunity to early-career scientist born in or based in Africa. www.starsfellows.africa/advanced-tra...
March 2, 2025 at 12:00 PM
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(Originally posted by Conor Walsh on Twitter.)
January 31, 2025 at 7:55 AM
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There's still some space left on my Mar botanical illustration & mental health w'shop.

I teach you how:
🌿to break plants down into simple shapes & add shading
📷creative activity alters brain biochemistry to improve mental health

Open to anyone anywhere:
workshops.emmamitchell.uk/courses/bota...
January 24, 2025 at 4:41 PM
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American Gothic by Chris Riddell
January 19, 2025 at 10:22 PM
Giving Bluesky a go. So far the algorithm has completely ignored my stated interests and keeps recommending USA sports. Are the starter packs worth pursuing?
January 19, 2025 at 12:44 PM