Our new guide to vaccinations during pregnancy is now available! We've been working really hard on this over the past few months and we hope it is a easy to read and engaging guide that provides key information and answers common questions. #ImmunoSky 🧪 #SciComm

🇬🇧 The first UK data on the effectiveness of #RSV #vaccines in #pregnancy is in! 👶🏽 391 babies with RSV vs 146 controls 🧪 RSV vaccination in pregnancy was 72% effective at preventing RSV in babies, if given >2 weeks before delivery #MedSky #ImmunoSky #ObGynSky

The out of office is on and my work laptop is hidden away which means my Shared Parental Leave has officially started Very excited (and lucky) to have 3 and a bit months going on adventures with the boy!

Very happy to be re-elected Secretary and excited to see what the next 12 months holds for @big-stem-network.bsky.social!

Well, it's been a bit of a whirlwind and our event manager has struggled to find time for social media But here's a highlight for you! The winners of this year's Best Demo Competition, in joint 1st place, are @kathrynboast.bsky.social and @petergallivan.bsky.social

Our latest data shows an increase in the number of pregnant women getting vaccinated against #WhoopingCough. Vaccination rates in England climbed from 59% in May 2024 to nearly 73% in March this year. Find out more: www.gov.uk/government/n... #EpiSki #MedSky

🚀 Exciting update! A new team of 5 Editorial Board members and 10 Content Editors is leading the refresh of the BSI's BiteSized Immunology. The updated resource, with fresh content for learners & educators, launches early next year. See the new team ➡️ bit.ly/4nbLzI9

🌟 Beetlestone Award 2025 🌟 The Beetlestone Award Organising Committee is delighted to announce the 2025 winner of this prestigious Award, given for leadership and legacy in Communicating Science, is Dr Katie Steckles.

Stopped at a service station with a truly outstanding choice of where to get your coffee. • Costa Coffee (shop) • Costa Express (booth next to shop) • Costa Express (in WHSmiths opposite the shop) • Costa Coffee (drive thru) What is the business model here?!

🚹 Report: #PaternityLeave policies vary in Europe but the UK's offer is "one of the worst in the developed world". 🇬🇧 2 weeks at £187.18 a week 🇪🇸 6 weeks with full pay 🇩🇰 24 weeks at full pay 🇸🇪 10 months: First 390 days up to SEK47,750 (£3,590) a month. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

Cracking first Fathers Day. Saw some animals at Yorkshire Wildlife Park, ate Popeyes for tea in the drive so we didn’t disturb the boys nap and then he did a poo so big it leaked out of his nappy and onto me. Perfection.

At the BIG Event 2025, we're doing things a little differently! Let's dive into some of the changes Session Themes - We've got 4 dedicated tracks of themed content across all our sessions, so you'll be able to focus on the topics which suit you! This will be clear on the web and in our brochure!

Carb loading (eating a takeaway) ahead of the big race tomorrow (a local parkrun). I'm basically a professional runner at this point.

Did you know you can join the BIG Event from anywhere in the world? The majority of our sessions will be run as hybrid, including the world famous Best Demo Competition! For just £75, you get access to all of these sessions and the resources that come with them! www.big.uk.com/BIG2025

also you all need to see this, because this is something I don't think *anybody* could predict for where this ad goes

Career opportunity ALERT! 🚀 Become a BSI BiteSized Immunology Content Editor or join the Editorial Board to oversee content for one of our most popular resources. Gain valuable experience in science communication & content creation. Apply by 23 May: bit.ly/42A4zru

They're finally here! The full range of "It's Dr, Actually" pins is now available, thanks to your support! Please share them as much as possible so that they reach the people who'll love them: canopyrobin.etsy.com/listing/1841...

Very excited that these are now live! We're doing a big refresh of our brilliant @britsocimm.bsky.social BiteSized Immunology resource and the first step is we're looking for volunteers to be Content Editors and Editoral Board Members. Happy to chat with anyone that has any questions.

Not why I joined a remote org, but it's going to make our lives so much easier in November. Wife is a teacher but as I'm WFH I can walk to the great nursery over the road at 8.30 and 5pm without worrying about factoring a commute into my day. Bonus is that we only need one car as well.

It’s #WorldImmunizationWeek Vaccines have saved 154 million lives in the last 50 years. That’s 6 lives every minute. A reminder of what is #HumanlyPossible. Science saves lives. #VaccinesWork bit.ly/wiw2025

👶🏼 Many #vaccines are not effective in newborns. So how do we protect them from infectious disease? 🤰🏽 By vaccination in #pregnancy! Here we review… 💉 Established campaigns vs whooping cough, flu, COVID 💡 New approaches to RSV, GBS 🌈 Future challenges, opportunities #ReproSky #ImmunoSky #IDSky

In the shadow of the recent court decision, hopefully it comes out in my writing but: trans rights are human rights and 'biological sex' is a complex non-binary phenomenon.

Filing this very much under 'I'll believe when I see it' but I'd really like it to happen. Really enjoyed the Eurostar experience for our Paris trip a couple of years ago and it would be great to go a lot further into Europe. Would happily do that rather than flying, especially with a little one!

Love this! As someone with a deep love of sci-fi and a lot of the books that are referenced, it makes me so sad and angry that these powerful people are just completely missing the point of the sci-fi they claim as inspiration. On the upside, it does remind me of an all-time favourite Twitter post

🚨 Applications are OPEN for the BSI's #EDI grant! Secure up to £500 to fund activities promoting diversity and inclusion in immunology. Together, we can create a brighter future where every voice is heard & valued! 🗓️ Apply by 9 June 2025: bit.ly/3gYExJv

It’s the ‘I wonder why I’m suddenly feeling a bit naff and rundown before I remember it’s spring and I have hay fever so should take an antihistamine’ time of year.

Bursary Applications open for the BIG Event 2025 The bursary covers your registration fees and limited travel and accommodation costs. For full details, eligibility criteria and to apply, go to www.big.uk.com/bursary. Closes Thursday 1 May 11:59 pm.

This is one of the biggest underlying challenges in vaccine engagement. Our brains just don't deal well with intangibles like the benefits of preventative medicine. Especially as many of the deadly diseases vaccines protect against just aren't that prevalent any more. Because of vaccines!

Babies first #parkrun this morning. Getting him indoctrinated early!

My favourite @theverge.com article of year is back and updated for 2025!

We've got exciting things planned today and for the next month as we #CelebrateVaccines at an incredibly critical time. You can find out more and join in as part of Vaccine Engagement Day 2025 at the link below.

Tomorrow is Vaccine Engagement Day! 🚀 Get involved in this important initiative which aims to empower informed decisions and spread positivity about vaccines. 👉 Check out our webpage to find out how to participate: bit.ly/3Rasp6s #CelebrateVaccines

And a new adventure begins! It’s been a long time coming but he’s finally here. Four weeks of not a lot of sleep and quite a lot of coffee so far, and many more weeks, months and years of that to come!

BIG Registration Opens in 1 Week! Mark your diary and get ready as early bird registration for the BIG Event 2025 at @ri-science.bsky.social opens on 31st March! All the details can be found at 👇 www.big.uk.com/BIG2025

Post a ship that’s not Star Wars or Star Trek

Not going to lie, I love the idea of a more sedate trip in an airship to get somewhere instead of flying

Some say transfer deadline day is the most exciting day in the calendar year, moving millions across global economies We say it's BIG Session Proposal deadline day! You have until end of today to get your session in! Do it now! 👇 bigevent.info

Just a few days left to submit a proposal for The BIG Event 2025 Put forward a workshop, panel, discussion or interactive demonstration for this year's skills sharing event. Submit by 10th February at bigevent.info

Backed two of their kickstarters and bought another one back in the day, absolutely loved my Pebble’s. If I hadn't already decided to buy a Garmin for running later this year I'd totally be buying another. Just a perfect little watch for its time.

⏰ Our current Communication & Engagement #grant round closes THIS WEEK! (1 February) If you want to share your #immunology passion and knowledge with others, you can apply for up to £1,000 for a #PublicEngagement activity/project 🤩 Apply here 👉 bit.ly/3Y9j8gm

This is a very cool bit of chemistry that could have a huge impact on our lives in the future!

My groundbreaking weather report for the day #StormEowyn

📢 Calling all BSI members! Our BSI Communication & Engagement grant scheme is here to support your #PublicEngagement projects in #immunology Apply for up to £1,000 to bring your #SciComms ideas to life 💡 Deadline for applications: 1 February 2025 🔗 bit.ly/3Y9j8gm

Looks like a cracking cast for series 19 of #Taskmaster Very excited to see the chaos that Jason Mantzoukas will bring!

I've created an activity for the Primary activity pack for @britsocimm.bsky.social this year, and all 4 packs are well worth a look through. Some brilliant activities for teachers and #SciComm if you're after something to do during #BritishScienceWeek and beyond!

If any immunologists are thinking about doing some public engagement but could do with a bit of support then have a look at our Communication and Engagement grant scheme. There's still a few weeks before the next application deadline and drop me a line if you have questions! #SciComm #ImmunoSky

If any immunologists are thinking about doing some public engagement but could do with a bit of support then have a look at our Communication and Engagement grant scheme. There's still a few weeks before the next application deadline and drop me a line if you have questions! #SciComm #ImmunoSky

I cannot think of a situation where I don’t want to make pizza at home. I’ve made them in rain and mist. And yes it’s dark and below zero tonight, but you know what? Pizza.

Starting 2025 in the best way. At Barter Books in Alnwick buying more books to add to the pile of books at home that I haven’t read yet. There’s no such thing as too many books right?

I have downloaded Balatro on my Steam Deck. I fear this may be a bad move…