There is symbolism everywhere for those with the eyes to see

If you’ve been thinking about sharing your work with the STEMM education community, consider this your nudge 😊

Some of the best BIOME conversations begin when someone simply shares what they’re trying, building, or learning. If that’s you, we’d love to hear your perspective.

#BIOME2026 #STEMEd

Early-stage orchard at Maru’s Meadows with rows of newly planted young trees spread across an open field, still leafless in early spring with a small cabin and forest in the background.

Bare-root raspberry canes planted in soil and marked with bright orange flags, appearing as small sticks in the ground in early spring.

Two light-colored ducks resting close together on damp ground, tucked into relaxed “loaf” positions.

Spent the weekend at Maru’s planting apple trees, evergreens, and what currently looks like a very intentional collection of sticks.

Some things take time to look like anything at all.

Also: ducks loafing nearby, fully committed to rest as a lifestyle 🦆 (I think they might be on to something.)

Frog walks through Toad's house. From "Spring" In *Frog and Toad Are Friends*

“But, Toad,” cried Frog, “you will miss all the fun!”

@bioquest.bsky.social

Illustration of three diverse hands holding soil and a sprouting plant with pea pods, symbolizing growth and collaboration. Text reads “BIOME 2026: Harvesting Hope” and “Seeding STEMM Partnerships for Resilient Futures,” with the BioQUEST logo below.

If you’ve been needing a space to recharge and reconnect… this is it.

BIOME 2026 is about community, collaboration, and building what comes next for STEMM education.

No fluff. Real people. Real work.
June 23–25 | Virtual
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#STEMEducation #OpenEducation #SystemsThinking

Shout-out to every other Gen Xer that was holding their breath the entire time for the first five mintues of the launch

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Screenshot of the Artemis II tracker showing the path it will take to get to the Moon and back

You can keep track of Artemis II's progress here: artemistracker.com

As humans return to the Moon, scientists confront the dangers of deep-space radiation Shields and biological countermeasures could help protect astronauts during prolonged missions beyond Earth's magnetic bubble

After successfully lifting off at 6:35 p.m. ET, NASA's Artemis II mission is on its way to the Moon, the first time humans have ventured toward our cosmic companion since 1972. https://scim.ag/47AK93C

This photo gives me feelings. Damn.

Image from inside the core stage of Artemis II during separation, with the crew capsule departing, and dozens of shiny bits (ice, perhaps?) twinkling between the two

This shot of the core stage separation is incredible

"In a time of uncertainty, it’s important to connect people to science. Sharing science isn't just about facts. It's about opening windows into the wonder, challenges and human side of science." Kavli's Brooke Smith celebrated the @aaas.org Kavli Science Journalism Awards winners at the #AAASmtg

Just wrapped AAAS Section Leader training on the new Learning Hub and already diving into more.

Appreciate the focus on accessible, on-demand learning for #STEMM professionals across roles and career stages.

Curious to see how this grows and connects across the broader ecosystem.

#HigherEd

Group of beluga whales suspended vertically in clear blue water, aligned near the glass

Puffin standing upright in a rocky crevice, facing forward with wings slightly out

Leafy seadragon floating in blue water, its ornate, leaf-like fins creating a camouflage that makes it look like drifting seaweed

Why be a seahorse when you can be a seadragon

Conference travel rule: always find something local that connects you to nature/art.

Museums + gardens closed → aquarium it is

Belugas queued for snacks

Puffins being iconic

Seadragons redefining life goals

Highly recommend 🐋✨

Smiling person with purple and magenta hair taking a selfie outdoors under blooming white flowering trees, wearing a gray blazer, patterned blouse, and conference lanyard, with a modern building in the background on a sunny day.

Close-up of a vibrant flower bed with purple, white, and orange pansies in full bloom, surrounded by green foliage in bright sunlight.

Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta framed by rows of blooming trees with white and pink blossoms along a walkway under a clear blue sky.

At ACS spring mtg on a panel this afternoon talking green chemistry education 🌿
Also the trees are blooming and honestly that feels just as important 🌸

Leaving @aacu.org conference thinking less about tools and more about this: What counts as foundational learning right now?
AI is changing how students access information.
It is not changing who has access to opportunity.
That tension feels like the real work ahead.
#goodtrouble #STEMEd #systems

Speaker David Asai stands in front of a screen with "Joy" in large text and the image of a publication on the right

In a time of cultural and political pressure on science and education, David Asai left #AACUSTEM attendees with a powerful reminder: “Our joy is our protest.”

Centering curiosity, discovery, and community in STEM learning may be one of the most powerful acts of resistance educators can take.

Otherwise, it’s just another initiative.

Curious where you’re seeing this work well or where it’s breaking down.

#STEMed #HigherEd

2026 Transforming STEM Higher Education Conference | AAC&U A VOICE AND A FORCE FOR LIBERAL EDUCATION. AAC&U advances the vitality and democratic purposes of undergraduate liberal education.

Spending the day at @aacu.org Transforming STEM in Higher Education Conference and one thing is clear:

Real change happens WITH faculty, not TO them.

Faculty learning communities + shared governance + transparency = work that actually sticks.

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Join Climate at the National Academies in partnership with VASEM and UVA for a day-long program to discuss opportunities and challenges for flood resilience across the Commonwealth. Register now: https://ow.ly/SIqw50Ye3nS

If folks would like to see what I shared and learn more, check out the resource below!
Prescott, S. (2026). Building Sustainable STEM Reform through Open Education and Systems Thinking: Insights from the BioQUEST Community. QUBES Educational Resources. dx.doi.org/10.25334/4XA...

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Presenting this morning at AAC&U’s Transforming STEM Higher Education Conference.

From innovation → sustainability in STEM education and building systems where people and ideas can thrive.

Looking forward to the conversation.

@aacu.org @aacu-stem.bsky.social #OpenEducation #SystemsThinking

Thank you very much!

In an immunocompromised older adult, is there a way to distinguish between sepsis and a flareup of the autoimmune condition? (anca-associated vasculitis)? All regularly tested sources of infection were ruled out.

Saturday in D.C.

Stand Up for Science rally poster March 7th, 1:00 PM at Allegheny Landing in Pittsburgh.

Very excited to be speaking at the @standupforscience.bsky.social rally in Pittsburgh on Saturday.

I am speaking just prior to Dr. Rachel Levine

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Honored to have been elected as a Council Member for AAAS Section Q (Education).

In this role, I will support the AAAS mission to advance science and serve society. Science education leadership matters deeply right now.

@aaas.org

Border Patrol agent's texts after he shot a Chicago woman five times will be released, judge rules The text messages a Border Patrol agent sent to colleagues and family after he shot a Chicago woman five times can be released to the public, a federal judge ruled.

"I fired five rounds, and she had seven holes. Put that in your book, boys.”

That’s Border Patrol agent Charles Exum, texting after shooting U.S. citizen Marimar Martinez—no body cam. He later said he was “proud” of his shooting skills. A federal judge just okayed releasing the texts, 1/2

The Board of Governors decided, unilaterally, that no published textbook in the field of sociology could be used in compliance with the law for an Intro to Sociology class. None. Victor: There's not a single existing textbook on the market that could be used that would qualify under state law? Zachary: Correct. Victor: I'm sorry, that's kind of funny. Like, the absurdity of not a single sociology textbook getting past the censors. I mean, it makes me kind of proud of our colleagues, but...

I do want to shout-out my fellow sociologists, who have collectively created a discipline so woke that not a single one of our introductory textbooks can make it past Florida's censors.

Great work everyone.

Greenland's Cooperation Party: Tillie Martinussen says the people of Greenland flat out say NO to MAGA's bribery & propaganda.

Turns out, it doesn't work on people whose government invested in educating their own citizens. 🙌🏻💪🏼

(Which is exactly why Republicans don't do it) / Pt1