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For over a century, scientists have wondered what is counteracting the force of gravity in the universe:
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The very act of doing science is queer. It is specific and generalizable. It is an individual and a communal project. It is a rejection of the seduction of assumptions. Science begins with a question born out of imagination, of wonder.
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I’m very excited to present my latest article for Symmetry Magazine on dark energy, the mysterious “thing” that comprises most of the universe. If only we knew what exactly it was! Curious?Check out my article for more details
symmetrymagazine.org/article/a-cosm
#physics #science #journalism
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It shouldn't be a knee-jerk reaction to every point of view we disagree with, otherwise, we run the risk of stifling constructive debate needed to move issues forward and reach solutions that work for everyone.
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There is a particularly important point at the end. Blocking or capturing cancelling particular arguments should be seen as a last resort to protect against dangerous individuals and organizations.
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This whole episode is very exciting (thanks ) and I look forward to watching the development of the Global Psychedelic Society.
open.spotify.com/episode/3Mdlhw
#Psychedelic #development #society
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This can happen in scientific fields as disparate as artificial intelligence, genetically modified crops and psychedelic medicine - representing some of the most challenging areas for science communication that I enjoy employing my skills in.
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What if, as well as interacting with an audience that thinks science is not for them for various reasons, you also have you tackle the problem of people immediately jumping to negative conclusions halfway through the first sentence?
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But how about when the communication of the science itself is problematic because the audience has a closed mind to what is being presented?
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I enjoy overcoming the challenges that often prevent effective science communication and assisting fellow researchers to do the same. I have studied and worked to mitigate the points where science and its communication may not effectively reach various under-represented groups.
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Here is a question for the researchers and journalists out there... What do you enjoy most about Science communication?
For me, it is the challenge!
#communication #science #artificialintelligence #medicine #research #psychedelic #geneticengineering
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Delighted to be shortlisted!
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#CharityAwards Disability category shortlist 2023:
@DesignabilityUK
@lightyear_fdn and @FlamingoChicks
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@mylifemychoice1
Delivered with overall awards partner CCLA
#WhosMakingWaves 
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In the main, it was really well thought out. However, I found with a few more adaptations it could be made more accessible to two children with disabilities.
In the picture, I am wearing a black tea shirt and colorful shorts and reaching out my hands to the iron filings.
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This event aims to give young people the opportunity to directly discuss career journeys with those working in physics. The event is aimed at early career Physists and school students, particularly those from diverse backgrounds, including BAME and working-class backgrounds.
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Really looking forward to being on the panel discussion of the IOP Women in Physics Group tomorrow at Royal Holloway University Of London.
iop.org/events/network
#event #university #career #womanintech #womeninstem #womeninscience
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The view from backstage at the as I drove my chair onstage to rehearse for my keynote address.
#rsa #rsa2023 #keynotespeaker
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Me driving onto a massive stage connected to the cable for the sound system.
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Backstage in my green room at the RSA Conference preparing for my upcoming keynote presentation.
#rsaconference2023 #keynotespeaker
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photo of me from below, smiling and in a green patterned dress with a blue light shining on me and a white light behind me.
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I’m on my way to Heathrow airport to get on a flight to San Francisco to deliver my keynote address at the
Obviously the first song on my all American playlist was
If you’re going to San Francisco, be sure to wear some flowers in your hair!
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Instead, we should champion seeing issues from the other person's point of view to encourage constructive dialogue. This, backed up by thoughtful activism for social change where injustices occur or where the accepted thinking is out of step with established evidence.
#politics
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To give an example yesterday I was with a friend who was praising a comic book about a queer character who went around murdering heterosexual people. This is not how we work towards a more unified and fairer society for everyone.
#society #culturewars
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I'm really fed up with the culture wars, specifically how it drives a wedge between people. I've seen lifelong friends no longer talking because of disagreements about cultural and political issues. It's creating divisions and aggression in groups that weren't there before.
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Life wins gold! Congratulations to for winning Gold at the North East Tourism Awards for ‘Accessibility and Inclusion’ As a result of this has qualified for the National Final which takes place in June!
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Our proven change process, rigorous research and design skills, innovative ideas platforms and our wider convening power combine to enable the us to deliver solutions for lasting change.
#socialimpact #socialinnovation #openinnovation #design
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Really honoured to have been made a Fellow of the Royal Academy of Arts , Manufactures and Commerce.
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We champion curiosity, creativity and courage to inspire better ways of thinking and doing.
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One week to go until I fly to San Francisco to deliver my #keynote address at the Conference ! Getting excited but also nervous 😬
#publicspeaking #scicomm #sciencecommunication
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Something has got into me. I love science and my opinion was that sci-fi could do everything that all the other genres aim to do, but better and with added Science. Now I can't even look at a sci-fi novel and would rather read almost anything else. Perhaps this is just a phase.
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We are looking for disabled physicists working as scientists and engineers to be role models for future generations. If this is you, we would very much like you to get in touch to discuss this exciting opportunity. Please contact Dr Claire Malone claire@lightyearfoundation.org
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exciting times 😁
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24th April 2023 will see the beginning of the first-ever #SchoolsAlumniWeek! 
Teacher/careers advisor? Check out our FREE resources
Employer? Discover what impact we could have together
#edutwitter
futurefirst.org.uk/schools-alumni
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The role models project is now on the blog! Read about this exciting project below and contact me at claire@lightyearfoundation.org if you would like to get involved!
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Lightyear Foundation Physics Role Models samedifference1.com/2023/03/16/lig
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Not too late to get involved...
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LAUNCHING THE LIGHTYEAR FOUNDATION'S NEW DISABLED PHYSICS ROLE MODEL PROGRAMME
I am looking for disabled physicists working as scientists and engineers to be role models for future generations!
#RoleModel #physics #SENinSTEM #disabledscientists #disabledinSTEM #DisabilityTwitter
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Particle physicist will join us at #RSAC 2023 for a keynote that will illuminate how questioning our fundamental understanding of nature invites a different, more meaningful perspective that can leads to enlightenment across industries. spr.ly/601532JvZ
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This #InternationalWomensDay , what are your goals for the future and what are you most happy about in your life at the moment?
#future #motivation #lifegoals
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To live only for some future goal is shallow. It’s the sides of the mountain which sustain life,not the top. Here’s where things grow. But of course,without the top you can’t have any sides. It’s the top that defines the sides.
Pirsig, R. M. Zen+the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance
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Next up, the spotlight is on Science Communicator & Inclusion Consultant, Dr Claire Malone (@GeeknProud42) for #InternationalWomensDay.
Learn more about Claire and hear her advice for young girls thinking about a career in science. 
#IWD23 #PlanetPossiblity
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In awe of the courage, resilience and determination of #AfghanWomen as they sit outside of Kabul University campus reading their books in protest of the Taliban ban on female education.
#InternationalWomensDay #WomanLifeFreedom
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Do you want to be a role model in STEM? Check out this disabled physics role model programme: lightyearfoundation.org/news/disabled- #DiversityInSTEM
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LAUNCHING THE LIGHTYEAR FOUNDATION'S NEW DISABLED PHYSICS ROLE MODEL PROGRAMME
I am looking for disabled physicists working as scientists and engineers to be role models for future generations!
#RoleModel #physics #SENinSTEM #disabledscientists #disabledinSTEM #DisabilityTwitter
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