Thinking of buying a lab instrument? You might not need to. A former application scientist shares how to avoid costly mistakes and choose the right tool. #LabLife #ResearchTips #Science #academia open.substack.com/pub/xiaoyunp...

The real "family advantage" in academia isn't as obvious as simply passing down faculty roles. It's the insider knowledge of grad school's unwritten rules. My article explores how this early awareness shapes the paths of brilliant students. open.substack.com/pub/xiaoyunp...
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Some insights as I transition from research to science communication: Exotic headlines are often thrown at us, but the scientific debate rarely makes it through. I wrote this after attending APS. A lot has happened since, but the core idea still holds.
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#science #research #sciencefunding #sciencepolicy #academia Also, I spoke with grad students, undergrads, and postdocs who chose to stay anonymous. Many are considering industry or moving to Europe for research. We're witnessing the loss of a generation of U.S. scientists.

@standupforscience.bsky.social I interviewed scientists from the #StandUpForScience event on March 7, 2025, in Boston about how funding cuts are hurting future research and affecting everyday people. The mission doesn’t stop at one protest; this is just the beginning.
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Hopefully, I'm not too late in posting this! If you're choosing a grad school and attending open houses, check out my guide on key questions, research fit, and what to observe. #GradSchool #OpenHouse #PhDLife
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Just learned about new restrictions on gender-related terms in federally funded research, on top of the funding pause I wrote about last week. I contacted my House Rep & Senator today. If you're in the U.S., please do the same. We can’t let this slide.
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