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@usha.bsky.social reflects on her first few months at the helm of the world-renowned Knight Science Journalism Program at MIT
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The State of Science Journalism: A Note From the New KSJ Director
Usha Lee McFarling reflects on her first few months at the helm of the world-renowned science journalism program at MIT
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November 17, 2025 at 9:34 PM
@usha.bsky.social reflects on her first few months at the helm of the world-renowned Knight Science Journalism Program at MIT
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Congratulations to the 2025 Winners of the Eric and Wendy Schmidt Awards for Excellence in Science Communications
KSJ alumni took the "Science Journalism: Freelancer" category by storm!
Top prize winner: Rebecca Boyle '22
Winners: Iván Carrillo '17, Nicola Twilley '21
KSJ alumni took the "Science Journalism: Freelancer" category by storm!
Top prize winner: Rebecca Boyle '22
Winners: Iván Carrillo '17, Nicola Twilley '21
I’m in DC this week to celebrate with amazing scientists, videographers, podcasters, writers, and people who combine these categories to share science. We really do care about helping you understand our world. It’s an honor to be recognized for the work ✨
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Congratulations to the 2025 winners of the National Academies Eric and Wendy Schmidt Awards for Excellence in Science Communications given by @nationalacademies.org in partnership with @schmidtsciences.bsky.social !
Learn more about the winners: www.nationalacademies.org/news/2025/10... #scicomm
Learn more about the winners: www.nationalacademies.org/news/2025/10... #scicomm
November 17, 2025 at 4:25 PM
Congratulations to the 2025 Winners of the Eric and Wendy Schmidt Awards for Excellence in Science Communications
KSJ alumni took the "Science Journalism: Freelancer" category by storm!
Top prize winner: Rebecca Boyle '22
Winners: Iván Carrillo '17, Nicola Twilley '21
KSJ alumni took the "Science Journalism: Freelancer" category by storm!
Top prize winner: Rebecca Boyle '22
Winners: Iván Carrillo '17, Nicola Twilley '21
The latest from Peter Whoriskey KSJ '24
As millions brace for higher insurance prices, plans touted by the Trump administration are attracting attention. They are cheaper, but coverage is often skimpy.
As millions brace for higher insurance prices, plans touted by the Trump administration are attracting attention. They are cheaper, but coverage is often skimpy.
November 17, 2025 at 3:46 PM
The latest from Peter Whoriskey KSJ '24
As millions brace for higher insurance prices, plans touted by the Trump administration are attracting attention. They are cheaper, but coverage is often skimpy.
As millions brace for higher insurance prices, plans touted by the Trump administration are attracting attention. They are cheaper, but coverage is often skimpy.
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Science/health/environmental journalists: Join us for an amazing year at MIT. 🔭🧪2026 applications are open! Deadline is Jan. 9. Please share widely. ksj.mit.edu/news/2025/11...
KSJ Opens Application Cycle for 2026-27 Fellowships
Applications for KSJ's Academic-Year Fellowship and the Africa and Middle East Fellowship will open November 15 and close January 9.
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November 15, 2025 at 3:50 PM
Science/health/environmental journalists: Join us for an amazing year at MIT. 🔭🧪2026 applications are open! Deadline is Jan. 9. Please share widely. ksj.mit.edu/news/2025/11...
KSJ's Academic-Year fellowship is open to science journalists around the world. Want to spend an academic-year at MIT pursuing a project of your choice? Start your application!
https://ksj.mit.edu/fellowships/academic-year-fellowship/
https://ksj.mit.edu/fellowships/academic-year-fellowship/
November 17, 2025 at 2:30 AM
KSJ's Academic-Year fellowship is open to science journalists around the world. Want to spend an academic-year at MIT pursuing a project of your choice? Start your application!
https://ksj.mit.edu/fellowships/academic-year-fellowship/
https://ksj.mit.edu/fellowships/academic-year-fellowship/
KSJ fellowships are an opportunity for science journalists to step away from chasing deadlines and connect with their curiosity.
Applications are open now! Apply by Jan 9
https://ksj.mit.edu/news/2025/11/14/apply-for-2026-2027/
Applications are open now! Apply by Jan 9
https://ksj.mit.edu/news/2025/11/14/apply-for-2026-2027/
November 15, 2025 at 10:15 PM
KSJ fellowships are an opportunity for science journalists to step away from chasing deadlines and connect with their curiosity.
Applications are open now! Apply by Jan 9
https://ksj.mit.edu/news/2025/11/14/apply-for-2026-2027/
Applications are open now! Apply by Jan 9
https://ksj.mit.edu/news/2025/11/14/apply-for-2026-2027/
It's KSJ application season!
Applications open for the Academic-Year Fellowship and the Africa and Middle East Fellowship open tomorrow, Nov 15.
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Applications open for the Academic-Year Fellowship and the Africa and Middle East Fellowship open tomorrow, Nov 15.
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KSJ Opens Application Cycle for 2026-27 Fellowships
Applications for KSJ's Academic-Year Fellowship and the Africa and Middle East Fellowship will open November 15 and close January 9.
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November 15, 2025 at 12:21 AM
It's KSJ application season!
Applications open for the Academic-Year Fellowship and the Africa and Middle East Fellowship open tomorrow, Nov 15.
ksj.mit.edu/news/2025/11...
Applications open for the Academic-Year Fellowship and the Africa and Middle East Fellowship open tomorrow, Nov 15.
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Health stories are always human stories. "If you don't listen you won't be able to get the story right."
Hearing about improving health care from Terence Muhammad of the Greensboro Disparities Collaborative which is doing amazing anti-racism work in medicine. He urges journalists to include community members in stories. “If you don’t listen you won’t be able to get the story right.” #AHCJSummit
November 13, 2025 at 7:52 PM
Health stories are always human stories. "If you don't listen you won't be able to get the story right."
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Many causes for Black maternal mortality crisis, but depression is one factor and not being able to afford diapers can contribute to depression. 💔 Dr. Wendy Wilcox of @nychealthsystem.bsky.social says NYC is handing out "baby boxes" to help. Solutions can be so simple. And so cheap. #ACHJSummit
November 13, 2025 at 7:03 PM
Many causes for Black maternal mortality crisis, but depression is one factor and not being able to afford diapers can contribute to depression. 💔 Dr. Wendy Wilcox of @nychealthsystem.bsky.social says NYC is handing out "baby boxes" to help. Solutions can be so simple. And so cheap. #ACHJSummit
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I was asked by @ksjatmit.bsky.social to share my advice for journalists dealing with misinformation. It’s a really important topic so I was happy to oblige.
It’s also a topic where we are all trying to navigate a constantly changing landscape, so do let me know what you’ve found works or doesn’t…
It’s also a topic where we are all trying to navigate a constantly changing landscape, so do let me know what you’ve found works or doesn’t…
The Lies Have It: Advice for Journalists Approaching Misinformation
Kai Kupferschmidt, KSJ '24, shares actionable tips for journalists seeking to reduce the harm of misinformation.
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October 31, 2025 at 8:49 AM
I was asked by @ksjatmit.bsky.social to share my advice for journalists dealing with misinformation. It’s a really important topic so I was happy to oblige.
It’s also a topic where we are all trying to navigate a constantly changing landscape, so do let me know what you’ve found works or doesn’t…
It’s also a topic where we are all trying to navigate a constantly changing landscape, so do let me know what you’ve found works or doesn’t…
As always, a big thank you to @mblscience.bsky.social and @whoi.edu for an immersive science adventure on the MA coast.
Could this be you next year? Applications for KSJ fellowships open next week! Stay tuned...
Could this be you next year? Applications for KSJ fellowships open next week! Stay tuned...
Last week, #WHOI welcomed ten journalists from @ksjatmit.bsky.social!
While at #WHOI, they heard from ocean experts about pollutants and invasive species, and got a close-up look at the submersible HOV Alvin!
Learn more about this group of scholars: go.whoi.edu/knight-fellows
While at #WHOI, they heard from ocean experts about pollutants and invasive species, and got a close-up look at the submersible HOV Alvin!
Learn more about this group of scholars: go.whoi.edu/knight-fellows
November 10, 2025 at 6:34 PM
As always, a big thank you to @mblscience.bsky.social and @whoi.edu for an immersive science adventure on the MA coast.
Could this be you next year? Applications for KSJ fellowships open next week! Stay tuned...
Could this be you next year? Applications for KSJ fellowships open next week! Stay tuned...
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How are science writers coping with the unprecedented assault on science and what is the path ahead? Was honored to discuss this at #SciWri25 plenary with @shiplives.bsky.social @jeanna.bsky.social and Erin Podolak. Missed @michellejewell.bsky.social who still contributed much from afar.
November 9, 2025 at 4:56 PM
How are science writers coping with the unprecedented assault on science and what is the path ahead? Was honored to discuss this at #SciWri25 plenary with @shiplives.bsky.social @jeanna.bsky.social and Erin Podolak. Missed @michellejewell.bsky.social who still contributed much from afar.
The world needs more science journalists, and more cookies! #SciWri25
When I say we need to take care of science writers I mean it. @ksjatmit.bsky.social cookies from Levain bakery for #SciWri25 attendees. 😍
November 10, 2025 at 6:26 PM
The world needs more science journalists, and more cookies! #SciWri25
@kakape.bsky.social KSJ '24, shares actionable tips for journalists seeking to reduce the harm of misinformation.
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The Lies Have It: Advice for Journalists Approaching Misinformation
Kai Kupferschmidt, KSJ '24, shares actionable tips for journalists seeking to reduce the harm of misinformation.
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October 30, 2025 at 1:29 PM
@kakape.bsky.social KSJ '24, shares actionable tips for journalists seeking to reduce the harm of misinformation.
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It's not too late to tune in for the conversation with KSJ associate director @ashleythesmart.bsky.social and KSJ alum @kakape.bsky.social this Thursday. Tickets are still available for virtual access to #SFJ2025
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Truth Decay: Science Journalism in the Misinformation Age - Science Journalism Forum
Society is awash in misinformation and disinformation about science, with significant implications for policy, personal decision-making, and the future of the global scientific enterprise. In this ses...
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October 28, 2025 at 11:21 PM
It's not too late to tune in for the conversation with KSJ associate director @ashleythesmart.bsky.social and KSJ alum @kakape.bsky.social this Thursday. Tickets are still available for virtual access to #SFJ2025
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Register to join the conversation with KSJ director @usha.bsky.social and KSJ alum @ferrisjabr.bsky.social next Wednesday 👇👇👇
Wednesday Nov 5 I’ll be at my alma mater Tufts with Pulitzer winner and MIT KSJ director @usha.bsky.social discussing the importance of science journalism in this moment and the lessons and tools it offers us all
Free and open to public w/ registration
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Free and open to public w/ registration
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October 28, 2025 at 11:21 PM
Register to join the conversation with KSJ director @usha.bsky.social and KSJ alum @ferrisjabr.bsky.social next Wednesday 👇👇👇
"Over the past decade, scientists have been uncovering new methods of looking at the hidden ways our bodies are aging."
The latest from @jesshamzelou.bsky.social (KSJ '24):
The latest from @jesshamzelou.bsky.social (KSJ '24):
How aging clocks can help us understand why we age—and if we can reverse it
When used correctly, they can help us unpick some of the mysteries of our biology, and our mortality.
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October 18, 2025 at 9:31 PM
"Over the past decade, scientists have been uncovering new methods of looking at the hidden ways our bodies are aging."
The latest from @jesshamzelou.bsky.social (KSJ '24):
The latest from @jesshamzelou.bsky.social (KSJ '24):
“Co to będzie? Krótki przewodnik po końcach świata” (“Gracious, What Now? A Brief Guide to the End of the World”) is the latest book from @wojtekbrzezinski.pl (KSJ ’23) (available in Polish):
Co to będzie? Krótki przewodnik po końcach świata | Wojciech Brzeziński, Agata Kaźmierska
Świat na pewno się skończy. To przecież tylko kwestia czasu.
Ludzie fantazjują o końcu świata od niemal samego jego początku. Jedna z najstarszych przepowiedni w tej sprawie pochodzi od Asyryjczyków...
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October 18, 2025 at 12:31 AM
“Co to będzie? Krótki przewodnik po końcach świata” (“Gracious, What Now? A Brief Guide to the End of the World”) is the latest book from @wojtekbrzezinski.pl (KSJ ’23) (available in Polish):
“They have a seed vault here, maybe they have a virus vault, too”
The latest from @kakape.bsky.social (KSJ '24):
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The latest from @kakape.bsky.social (KSJ '24):
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On an Arctic archipelago, frozen soil may preserve a hidden history of viruses
Scientists are hunting for ancient RNA in Svalbard’s permafrost, hoping to shed light on the evolution of viral diseases
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October 16, 2025 at 9:54 PM
“They have a seed vault here, maybe they have a virus vault, too”
The latest from @kakape.bsky.social (KSJ '24):
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The latest from @kakape.bsky.social (KSJ '24):
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Inaudible sound might be the next frontier in wildfire defense. The latest from @dechant.bsky.social (KSJ '19):
Exclusive: Inaudible sound might be the next frontier in wildfire defense | TechCrunch
Sonic Fire Tech has developed a device that can extinguish flames using acoustic energy below the range of human hearing. The startup is building a demo capable of protecting a home.
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October 14, 2025 at 10:31 PM
Inaudible sound might be the next frontier in wildfire defense. The latest from @dechant.bsky.social (KSJ '19):
How should journalists cover U.S. science in a time of crisis? Top reporters on that beat came together in Cambridge for an insightful, thought-provoking panel discussion, moderated by KSJ's @usha.bsky.social .
October 10, 2025 at 4:18 PM
How should journalists cover U.S. science in a time of crisis? Top reporters on that beat came together in Cambridge for an insightful, thought-provoking panel discussion, moderated by KSJ's @usha.bsky.social .
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For families, a $2.1M medicine can feel like both a miracle and an out-of-reach reality.
Now, biotechs in China are racing to develop lower-cost alternatives:
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Now, biotechs in China are racing to develop lower-cost alternatives:
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In China, a low-cost push to rival a life-saving, $2M medicine
Indian veterinarian Nirnay Murthy sought Lantu Biopharma's experimental gene therapy for his son's spinal muscular atrophy after being unable to afford Novartis's $2.1M Zolgensma treatment.
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October 9, 2025 at 3:36 PM
For families, a $2.1M medicine can feel like both a miracle and an out-of-reach reality.
Now, biotechs in China are racing to develop lower-cost alternatives:
endpoints.news/chinese-biot...
Now, biotechs in China are racing to develop lower-cost alternatives:
endpoints.news/chinese-biot...
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A bittersweet series about what we have lost, but also what we could regain if we lived in a country that supported basic research again.
Today my @nytimes.com colleagues and I are launching a new series called Lost Science. We interview US scientists who can no longer discover something new about our world, thanks to this year‘s cuts. Here is my first interview with a scientist who studied bees and fires. Gift link: nyti.ms/3IWXbiE
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October 9, 2025 at 3:05 AM
A bittersweet series about what we have lost, but also what we could regain if we lived in a country that supported basic research again.
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In which I look at animal research for The New York Times and find some surprising answers.
Opinion | Can Trump End This Impossibly Cruel Practice?
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October 8, 2025 at 11:46 AM
In which I look at animal research for The New York Times and find some surprising answers.
Ready your bookshelf! In just one week, Lab Dog by @melaniedgkaplan.bsky.social (KSJ '22) will go on sale. For a sneak peek, read the review in @forbes.com
Lab Dog: A Beagle And His Human Investigate The Surprising World Of Animal Research
The author's love for her rescue puppy prompts a clear-headed examination of the statistics, science, and moral questions surrounding live animal research.
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October 8, 2025 at 8:31 PM
Ready your bookshelf! In just one week, Lab Dog by @melaniedgkaplan.bsky.social (KSJ '22) will go on sale. For a sneak peek, read the review in @forbes.com