Tim Mosca (but not the one you know)
@timmyfromtheblock.bsky.social
This is a repository for the old @drosophilosophy Twitter account. Nothing new will come from here, but it's a way to remember the simpler times - when people were kinder, GIFs were top game, and we all knew the dangers of poison ivy, hiking, and pooping.
who wants squishy brains?!?!? Visit us at booth 402 here at @ABRCMS!! come for the brains, stay to learn about the fantastic @JeffersonUniv PhD, MS, and MD/PhD programs in fantastic philadelphia!
December 2, 2024 at 5:08 PM
who wants squishy brains?!?!? Visit us at booth 402 here at @ABRCMS!! come for the brains, stay to learn about the fantastic @JeffersonUniv PhD, MS, and MD/PhD programs in fantastic philadelphia!
but now it's time for some science, mentorship, and all the energy of @ABRCMS!! can't wait to meet you all! come hang out at booth 402 and learn all about @JeffersonUniv and getting your phd in philadelphia!
December 2, 2024 at 5:08 PM
but now it's time for some science, mentorship, and all the energy of @ABRCMS!! can't wait to meet you all! come hang out at booth 402 and learn all about @JeffersonUniv and getting your phd in philadelphia!
not gonna lie to you, pittsburgh. i'm digging your sights. the disco bridge confuses me a bit, though. #abrcmsrunning
December 2, 2024 at 5:08 PM
not gonna lie to you, pittsburgh. i'm digging your sights. the disco bridge confuses me a bit, though. #abrcmsrunning
as a little primer for @beverly_piggott's seminar visit next week, mosca lab grad student ben seitz is taking us on a tour through seminal work involving ion channels and neural progenitor cells!!
December 2, 2024 at 5:08 PM
as a little primer for @beverly_piggott's seminar visit next week, mosca lab grad student ben seitz is taking us on a tour through seminal work involving ion channels and neural progenitor cells!!
i'm not saying i always believe in metaphors, but not even 5 days out and the grass in front of Independence hall is already dead.
December 2, 2024 at 5:08 PM
i'm not saying i always believe in metaphors, but not even 5 days out and the grass in front of Independence hall is already dead.
people these days. they just don't respect starfleet anymore. look at this ... throwing out the prime directive as if it were trash! #cityrunner
December 2, 2024 at 5:08 PM
people these days. they just don't respect starfleet anymore. look at this ... throwing out the prime directive as if it were trash! #cityrunner
an outside taco bar on a Friday night in philly ... in november? i know it's a bad sign, but i'll take it. rosy knows best.
December 2, 2024 at 5:14 PM
an outside taco bar on a Friday night in philly ... in november? i know it's a bad sign, but i'll take it. rosy knows best.
once again, the sights of my run remind me to dwell on the great experiment that is america. the great experiment that is the republic. and I hope we make the right decision next week. #cityrunner #Vote
December 2, 2024 at 5:14 PM
once again, the sights of my run remind me to dwell on the great experiment that is america. the great experiment that is the republic. and I hope we make the right decision next week. #cityrunner #Vote
ARGH! only one student out of 30 got the tswift theme of my genetics exam question. i mean, COME ON! the clues were there! fun fact: all of the male numbers are swift relevant too (since those are the ones you use to solve the problem). :) WHO IS TEACHING THE KIDS THESE DAYS?!?!
December 2, 2024 at 5:14 PM
ARGH! only one student out of 30 got the tswift theme of my genetics exam question. i mean, COME ON! the clues were there! fun fact: all of the male numbers are swift relevant too (since those are the ones you use to solve the problem). :) WHO IS TEACHING THE KIDS THESE DAYS?!?!
plus, i had the unmitigated delight of meeting jordan theriault @j_theriault, chris krupenye @ChrisKrupenye, and deb kahrson @drdebah who are just fantastic humans. AND i got to write a couple grants with them and watch how these incredible minds think. maybe i study humans now?!
December 2, 2024 at 5:19 PM
plus, i had the unmitigated delight of meeting jordan theriault @j_theriault, chris krupenye @ChrisKrupenye, and deb kahrson @drdebah who are just fantastic humans. AND i got to write a couple grants with them and watch how these incredible minds think. maybe i study humans now?!
the last molecular basis of cognition scialog this past weekend in tucson was marvelous. a great chance to think deeply about cognition for a few days in beautiful scenery and have conversations i could never have otherwise. oh, and there was a pool. :)
December 2, 2024 at 5:14 PM
the last molecular basis of cognition scialog this past weekend in tucson was marvelous. a great chance to think deeply about cognition for a few days in beautiful scenery and have conversations i could never have otherwise. oh, and there was a pool. :)
there are definitely worse places to write two grants in 12 hours.
December 2, 2024 at 5:14 PM
there are definitely worse places to write two grants in 12 hours.
amazing discussions here at scialog. but i gotta say, the running is a lot of fun too. :) except for that part where i'm 2600 feet higher than i'm used to. that is not as awesome.
December 2, 2024 at 5:14 PM
amazing discussions here at scialog. but i gotta say, the running is a lot of fun too. :) except for that part where i'm 2600 feet higher than i'm used to. that is not as awesome.
great discussions here at @RCSA1 scialog and it's tough to beat the view! bridging many different schools of thought regarding molecular measurements and cognition.
December 2, 2024 at 5:14 PM
great discussions here at @RCSA1 scialog and it's tough to beat the view! bridging many different schools of thought regarding molecular measurements and cognition.
really excited to be back in Tucson for the 3rd @RCSA1 scialog molecular basis of cognition meeting! can't wait to see what new ideas come out of this amazing group of folks!
December 2, 2024 at 5:14 PM
really excited to be back in Tucson for the 3rd @RCSA1 scialog molecular basis of cognition meeting! can't wait to see what new ideas come out of this amazing group of folks!
the two things i need on this run: gorgeous mountain vistas and an urgent care. #arizonarunner #fuckitshot
December 2, 2024 at 5:14 PM
the two things i need on this run: gorgeous mountain vistas and an urgent care. #arizonarunner #fuckitshot
tucson, i am in you! let's talk some science!!
December 2, 2024 at 5:14 PM
tucson, i am in you! let's talk some science!!
it's always a blast to teach GC550 every year and introduce a new crop of students to three point crosses ... in a way they actually can make sense of! math doesn't have to be annoying. :)
December 2, 2024 at 5:19 PM
it's always a blast to teach GC550 every year and introduce a new crop of students to three point crosses ... in a way they actually can make sense of! math doesn't have to be annoying. :)
look, front and chestnut, i'm out here to run, not to be read to filth. #cityrunner
December 2, 2024 at 5:19 PM
look, front and chestnut, i'm out here to run, not to be read to filth. #cityrunner
you better believe i do. #cityrunner
December 2, 2024 at 5:19 PM
you better believe i do. #cityrunner
a long overdue addition to the philly sports wall of fame.
December 2, 2024 at 5:19 PM
a long overdue addition to the philly sports wall of fame.
what an honor today to participate in the installation of @JeffersonUniv's 7th president and first female president (!), dr. susan aldridge. i look forward to see her legacy unfold during the next phase of the university. welcome, madam president!
December 2, 2024 at 5:19 PM
what an honor today to participate in the installation of @JeffersonUniv's 7th president and first female president (!), dr. susan aldridge. i look forward to see her legacy unfold during the next phase of the university. welcome, madam president!
welcome to the @JeffersonUniv presidential inauguration of dr. susan aldridge!!!
December 2, 2024 at 5:19 PM
welcome to the @JeffersonUniv presidential inauguration of dr. susan aldridge!!!
time to put on the suit again ...
December 2, 2024 at 5:24 PM
time to put on the suit again ...