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The story of the pride flag made from NASA imagery: Bluesky’s most-liked image

Posted on September 27, 2024 By David Shiffman
The story of the pride flag made from NASA imagery: Bluesky’s most-liked image
Science

Last June, a striking image of a pride flag made up of NASA imagery became the most-liked post on the new social media network Bluesky, a post it held for 2 months. I spoke with its creator Rachel Lense about how it was made, and what it’s reception means for inclusion in science. This image … Read More “The story of the pride flag made from NASA imagery: Bluesky’s most-liked image” »

Applications now open for the Elasmobranch Society’s diversity in marine science initiative

Posted on September 15, 2016 By David Shiffman
Academic life, Education, Science
The American Elasmobranch Society is the world's oldest and largest professional association of shark and ray scientists
The American Elasmobranch Society is the world’s oldest and largest professional association of shark and ray scientists

The American Elasmobranch Society, the world’s oldest and largest professional society focusing on the scientific study and management of sharks and their relatives, is now welcoming applications for the 2nd year of our Young Professional Recruitment Fund diversity initiative. Awardees will be given one year of Society membership, in addition to specialized professional development training, mentorship, and networking opportunities specific to their needs as scientists and professionals from developing nations or historically underrepresented minority groups.

Applications, which can be found here, are due by 5 P.M. U.S. eastern standard time on Tuesday, November 15th. All winners will be notified by Friday, December 16th.

To be eligible for a Young Professional Recruitment Fund award, applicants must fill out the application and demonstrate that they:

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American Elasmobranch Society announces new initiative to promote diversity in marine science

Posted on July 16, 2015 By David Shiffman 1 Comment on American Elasmobranch Society announces new initiative to promote diversity in marine science
Blogging

The American Elasmobranch Society, the world’s largest and oldest professional society focusing on shark and ray research, announced a new diversity initiative today. The new Young Professional Recruitment Fund will identify and contact students, postdocs and early career professional from historically underrepresented minority groups and from developing countries whose research focuses on elasmobranchs. Additionally, if you are … Read More “American Elasmobranch Society announces new initiative to promote diversity in marine science” »

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