Sheril

Sheril, 2 months ago to random

Welp, it’s early March in the Midwest & the ticks sure seem to be enjoying the warm temperatures.

Sheril, 2 months ago to random

On #InternationWomensDay & every day, may more of us have control over our bodies, access to healthcare & education, & the freedom to pursue the lives we dream with the partners we choose.

Sheril, 2 months ago to LEGO

Some days, I happen upon a LEGO scene like this & find myself eager to hear the full story. #lego #art

Sheril, 2 months ago to science

Want to hang out next Thursday night (or Friday depending on where you live)?

I'm joining the one & only @bschillace for a live conversation about #science #politics & culture.

We may discuss why so many people believe things that aren't true. Or explore how we got into this predicament. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ieOEPE92MBE

The Pecular Book Club is "a safe haven of nerdery for all peculiar people w bizarre interests." https://brandyschillace.com/peculiar/

Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/live/a3ev1p20acc?si=H8Q35vWytgmC9m9K

This should be fun!

Sheril, 2 months ago to history

“Engravings, first in Arabic script, then in Hebrew, tell the story of how knowledge was created, shared & developed by Islamic & Jewish scholars living & working side by side.”

https://amp.theguardian.com/world/2024/mar/05/extraordinary-islamic-and-jewish-science-merge-in-11th-century-astrolabe #history #science

Sheril, 2 months ago to random

Aren’t public libraries the most magical places? ✨

It’s not just the books. At our little library, kids read with dogs, birders gather & teens find tutors.

And I’ve just learned anyone in the community is welcome to free seed packets of heirloom vegetables, herbs & flowers. No library card required. 🌱

Sheril, 2 months ago to books

“The world is indeed full of peril, and in it there are many dark places; but still there is much that is fair, and though in all lands love is now mingled with grief, it grows perhaps the greater.”

• J.R.R. Tolkien, The Fellowship of the Ring #books

Sheril, 2 months ago to random

#SilentSunday

Sheril, 2 months ago to random

Two Broadcast Excellence Awards went to Serving Up Science! I’m grateful to work with an amazing team.

Congratulations to all the winners!

Sheril, 2 months ago to journalism

A friend sent this saying it’s from 1948. As a mom of 2 in that 6-12 age range in 2024, I chuckled. #media #gaming #history

Sheril, 2 months ago to random

Brain: Must work, write & prepare slides for dissertation defense in just 3 weeks! 😬

Puppy: But look at me! ❤️ (And if you don’t I’ll surely get up to more mischief) 🐾

Sheril, 2 months ago to science

Every year, students around the world submit videos to a "Dance Your PhD" contest. The goal is to "explain your research through interpretive dance."

This year's fabulous winner, Weliton Menário Costa, explores kangaroo behavior & promotes diversity. It is, by far, the best I've ever seen.

Go watch! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RoSYO3fApEc #science #dance #art #animals

Sheril, 2 months ago to Energy

I am so excited to receive Michael Webber’s new book, Powering Humanity! https://a.co/d/0gwhY86

Michael is a leading thinker & practitioner on all things #energy. I’ve been eagerly anticipating this collection bc he is an extraordinary communicator - esp on topics that can be complex.

Michael & I have written many articles together - including a few that found their way into this book! This is a must-read for anyone interested in energy, sustainability & the future of humanity. #books

Sheril, 2 months ago to science

There are massive differences in the GHG emissions of different foods & "local" isn't always best for the environment.

This chart continues to be a great reference I return to in my work. Source: https://ourworldindata.org/food-choice-vs-eating-local #science #climate #food

Sheril, 2 months ago to random

In February 2024, it will approach 70°F (21°C) degrees multiple times in Michigan over the next week.

The average high here in February according to the University of Michigan is 34°F (1°C)

This isn’t normal.

Sheril, 2 months ago to animals

He seems to be growing. #dogsofmastodon

Sheril, 2 months ago to art

My boys & I have been slowly making our way through every Studio Ghibli film. Tonight we watched Nausicaä.

It’s a spectacular movie with incredibly timely themes despite being 40 years old. We loved it. And if you follow me here, you may too. #art #film