Department of Education employees set out-of-office email responses to inform recipients they'd be unable to respond until after the shutdown hours later, many people realised their response message had been changed to blame Senate Democrats for the entire shutdown www.wired.com/story/govern...

As the Trump administration threatens them, liberal nonprofits have been quietly preparing to do everything from surrendering 501(c)(3) status to relocating outside the US.

Ohio State just advised all staff and students not to attend the SACNAS (Society for the advancement of Chicanos and Native Americans in Science) annual meeting of 6000+ scientists -- which is in Columbus, OH this year! -- saying it may be exclusionary, even though it is open to all.

Next week, my global health class will discuss why access to medicines is such a struggle Science must save all, but the benefits of science are only reaching some www.science.org/doi/10.1126/... via @science.org

Join AAAS SEA Change, IUSE and three dynamic guests for the next SEA Change Community Conversation on Wednesday, Oct. 1 at 2 p.m. We'll explore why diverse perspectives are critical for meaningful innovation and the use of narrative and advocacy to spark change. aaas.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

We often hear from people who are concerned, as we all should be, about protecting our basic rights — like free speech. Last night, Jimmy Kimmel addressed what’s at stake & confirmed what we’ve long known: there is power in the American people speaking up. We must continue to do that in this moment.

The Trumpian news cycle is so all-consuming, it can be hard to imagine what might come next. At @wired.com, we decided to try. Introducing the 22, very online upstarts (from politicians to pundits to podcasters) who are poised to blow up the next era of politics:

Nominating others for awards has been consistently a positive activity, no matter the outcome. Tip #1: look around to see who has NOT received various awards. It is surprising sometimes. Tip #2: consider people not in faculty positions- they are just worthy and get overlooked a lot.

Today, 238 years after its signing, the Constitution remains the law of the land. And we remain steadfast in our determination to defend our hard-won rights against President Trump and every other lawmaker.

Your vote is your voice. This #NationalVoterRegistrationDay, we join in solidarity with all who work to ensure that everyone has the right to vote and to be heard. Check your registration status today! nationalvoterregistrationday.org

Many of the men deported to CECOT said they are permanently changed: struggling to sleep, drink water or leave their homes. One man broke into tears describing how he had a panic attack the first time he walked down a busy Venezuelan street.

My orange cat, who is also a declared physicist, turned 20 today. He has health issues, but thanks to some luck, veterinary science, the means to pay for his health care (he started and has a union), and possibly not letting BS get to him, he keeps going.

That's one of my cat!

With Michigan Medicine abandoning trans patients 18 and under, please consider donating to Corner Health in Ypsi. They are getting a lot of referrals and will put whatever you can spare to excellent use. cornerhealth.org/make-an-impa...

As people in DC experience occupation, here are some tips to know your rights: 🧵🧵 (1) you do have rights; neither the White House or law enforcement can take them away — know them (2) you can remain silent if you are stopped — you can say nothing and say that you want to speak to a lawyer.

Asians: if it’s still not clear, the “first they came for the…” poem reached us a long-ass time ago.

A Common Sense Media study found that prominent teacher assistants that use AI generated recommendations that appeared to be rooted in racial stereotypes based on students’ names. About a third of teachers report using AI weekly, according to a recent survey.

We have our second awardee for 2025!

🚨 The AAS is partnering with 11 other organizations to host a day of action in support of NASA science on 5-6 October 2025. Register today! www.eventbrite.com/e/a-day-of-a...

At this time- things are. However, people are still trying to make things better and doing this because it's the right thing to do. My work is challenging, to put it mildly, and I'm grateful to work with the departments and volunteers I get to work with.

I'm reading Mathematics for Human Flourishing by Francis Su, and it's excellent.

Today marks the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act – a landmark civil rights law that secured equal protections for people with disabilities. We continue to honor that legacy by fighting for a more inclusive, accessible future. #ADA35

Applications for our Civil Service Defense and Innovation Fellowship program close tomorrow! We’re seeking a diverse cohort of former or departing federal civil servants and political appointees to help shape the future of public service. Read the FAQ and apply below.

Staff at the National Science Foundation have sent their concerns about President Donald Trump’s administration to Congress. scim.ag/4f4Mc2u

Queer people have the right to exist freely and fully, year-round.

"... [science] philanthropy [can] not fill a void left by draconian cuts in federal support. It can, however, continue to play a valuable role as a new reality unfolds," writes Adam Falk in a new #ScienceEditorial. scim.ag/40nIryY

His union stipulates time outside, even if it's hot.

Metadata shows the FBI’s ‘raw’ Jeffrey Epstein prison video was likely modified.

Today, we're launching the Civil Service Defense and Innovation Fellowship program. The Trump-Vance administration has attempted to dismantle dozens of federal agencies and fire thousands of civil servants. We refuse to let them compromise the expertise that powers our democracy.

Join AAPT's FREE Virtual Event, "Issue Briefing: The Future of Physics Education", on July 17, 12–1 pm ET. This event is designed for educators, advocates, funders, and anyone passionate about the future of undergraduate #STEMeducation. Register here: ow.ly/325Q50Wni5u @mqmlab.bsky.social

🚨 Speak Out for Science: Testimonial Action Day is to empower scientists at all levels (students, postdocs, faculty) to share their personal stories and make their voices heard by elected representatives. Join us on Zoom, 1 July at 7:00 pm ET. Register: forms.gle/38ZtznWT3fxe... 🔭

Trans youth are loved and valued.

Some of the service I've been doing around physics/astro/STEMM professional societies.

Breaking news: Staff at the National Institutes of Health have issued a declaration calling on their director to depoliticize the agency and reverse spending cuts.

Luka and I went outside to literally touch grass. Well, he touched mulch. He turned 6 yesterday!

BREAKING: The House of Representatives just passed a bill that will cut billions of dollars from Medicaid. Medicaid is a lifeline for millions of people across the country, including more than 15 million people with disabilities. The Senate must reject this dangerous bill.

Astronomer and gay rights leader Frank Kameny was born 100 years ago today. His fight for justice helped foster change in and beyond STEM. doi.org/10.1063/pt.s... #HistSci #Physics #Astronomy

Your Senators have until tomorrow to request robust levels of funding for NASA, NSF, and the DOE Office of Science - use our easy form to request that they do so today! aas.org/advocacy/get...

People's entire lives are impacted by what's happening with federal funding/agencies. Their entire salaries, health insurance, etc. This isn't a future problem, but a crisis that is unfolding for many- in STEMM, arts and humanities, and so on. People who were trying to make the world better

✉️ It's time to speak up for science! Kick off our Week of Action by writing to your members of Congress. Urge them to robustly fund space science in FY 2026 & beyond. Every letter makes a difference! You can use our prompts for inspiration. #WeekOfAction aas.org/advocacy/get...

Major science funding news: Reports suggest the White House may want to slash NSF’s budget by 55% — and the NSF director has just resigned. Congress is back in session, and deep cuts to federal programs are on the table. Catch up on this week’s policy developments: aas.org/posts/news/2...

Thank you for taking action to support the NSF! The DOE Office of Science also needs your voice! Take two minutes today to ask your members of Congress to support the Office of Science and oppose indirect cost caps, using this easy form: aas.org/urge-doe-sup...

Exclusive: The director of the National Science Foundation announced his resignation today, 16 months before his 6-year term ends, in a letter to staff obtained by Science. scim.ag/42vc3fn

🧪 Tip: You have the right to contest a grant termination, even though NSF says you don't. 🧵 On Friday, NSF terminated 402 grants (per Musk's DOGE). The notification letters had one of the most egregious violations of fed regulations I've seen so far in these cases: "not subject to appeal"

@optica.org has the one of the greatest mascots of the STEMM professional societies, likely the greatest mascot. Opticat is amazing

The American Astronomical Society is gravely concerned by the deep cuts to NASA science funding reported to be in the draft President’s Budget Request for Fiscal Year 2026. Read more here: aas.org/press/aas-st... and take action now: aas.org/urge-nasa-su...

BREAKING from @science.org: The Trump admin is seeking to kill nearly all climate research at NOAA, its climate science agency. Its near-final budget proposal would end all NOAA research labs, academic institutes, and regional climate centers. And it wants to fully end the NOAA Research division.

USA led the world in expertise stopping HIV, incl preventing mother to child transmission. But DOGE has now dismissed every global prevention expert at USAID, CDC, & State Dept. The risk is insane: Resurgent HIV & 500K child deaths by 2030. www.nytimes.com/2025/04/08/h...

At a webinar where someone's workplace has a value that health is a right. The panel is good- pragmatic about risks but not backing away from the work and their values.