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Ainissa Ramirez, PhD @ainissaramirez.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

My favorite bookstore, @possible-futures.bsky.social , made a t-shirt showcasing local authors. Feeling shock is an understatement! What I am feeling is loads of book joy. Thanks, Possible Futures! #bookjoy #localbusiness

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Ainissa Ramirez, PhD @ainissaramirez.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

I am grateful for the [Starred] review from Booklist for "North, South, East, and Gladys West." This is the story of the "hidden figure" who pioneered a technology we all use today--GPS. Ask your library to pick up a copy. Thank you. www.candlewick.com/978153622531...

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North, South, East, and Gladys West: How a Mathematician Helped Shape GPS - Candlewick Press

Gladys’s mind swirls with numbers and shapes as the world enters the high-tech space age. This is the lyrical true story of a groundbreaking Black mathemat...

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Anne Fausto-Sterling @birdlady.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Becoming a parent lowers women's chances of getting university jobs and tenure, and reduces their publication output. www.nature.com/articles/d41... according to a Danish study. The reason is that women have almost five times the amount of childcare responsibilities than men have.

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Motherhood derails women’s academic careers — these data reveal how and why

Mothers in academia take on considerably more childcare-related responsibilities than do fathers.

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Marianna Smith @mariannasmith.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Cover reveal for my illustrator debut There's the Rub, published by Charlesbridge! A joyful story about how friction is around us all day, everywhere. Available 2-23-2027! Preorder now to support! Thank you AD Ellie Erhart, MD Donna Spurlock, author Ainissa Ramirez, and the Charlesbridge team!

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There's the Rub: The Hidden World of Friction

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Ainissa Ramirez, PhD @ainissaramirez.bsky.social · 28/06/2026

It is COVER REVEAL time for THERE’S THE RUB. A new kids book on the hidden world of FRICTION. This title comes out Feb 23, 2027. I hope you like it. www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/830398...

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There's the Rub by Ainissa Ramirez: 9781623545895 | PenguinRandomHouse.com: Books

Buy There's the Rub by Ainissa Ramirez from Penguin Random House

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Ajuan Mance @ajuanmance.bsky.social · 28/06/2026

I’m excited to share that What Do Brothas Do All Day? has landed a spot on the @cbcbooks.bsky.social Summer Showcase list, These Are the People In My Neighborhood—a collection celebrating teamwork, kindness, & community: cbcbooks.org #BookBuzz #kidlit #ClassroomLibrary #CBCShowcase #CommunityStories

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Ainissa Ramirez, PhD @ainissaramirez.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

Hello from the Obama Presidential Center. The house of hope.

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Ainissa Ramirez, PhD @ainissaramirez.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

One of the best conversations I had all year about writing kids books was recorded. We talk about "Spark" but also about why writing for kids is important. (Hot take: If you don't like the world, do something to shape the future.) @affinitolit.bsky.social www.alitlife.com/2026/03/19/s...

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SPARK: Jim West’s Electrifying Adventures in Creating the Microphone by Ainissa Ramirez

On this episode of the KidLit Love podcast, I’m talking with Ainissa Ramirez about her new picture book: SPARK: Jim West’s Electrifying Adventures in Creating the Microphone.

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Ainissa Ramirez, PhD @ainissaramirez.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

Things look like they have resolved now. Thanks for pre ordering.

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Ainissa Ramirez, PhD @ainissaramirez.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

So grateful that SPARK was reviewed by Science. Being in this magazine is a dream come true. www.science.org/doi/10.1126/...

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Science stories for young readers

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Ainissa Ramirez, PhD @ainissaramirez.bsky.social · 19/02/2026

I spotted Spark in the wild yesterday at the Stetson branch of the New Haven Free Public Library. It was such a thrill to see the book and such an honor to bring Jim West’s life story to young minds. Yay, #STEM.

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Ainissa Ramirez, PhD @ainissaramirez.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

Today is Jim West’s 95th birthday. (He’s the pioneer behind the microphone.)

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Ainissa Ramirez, PhD @ainissaramirez.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

Today is Jim West’s 95th birthday. (He’s the pioneer behind the microphone.)

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Ainissa Ramirez, PhD @ainissaramirez.bsky.social · 30/01/2026

Hello, friends. I’m doing my part to buttress the legacy of Gladys West. Here is an interview from today. If you use GPS, you have Gladys West to thank. shows.acast.com/the-lisa-wex...

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The Mother Of GPS, Gladys West | The Lisa Wexler Show

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Ainissa Ramirez, PhD @ainissaramirez.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

Dr West was an expert in satellite geodesy. She used satellites to figure out the shape of the earth (or the geoid). This is a key bit of information needed to determine our elevation in GPS.

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Ainissa Ramirez, PhD @ainissaramirez.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

Sad news. Dr. Gladys West passed on January 18. She was a pioneer behind GPS. If you use GPS, you have Dr. Gladys West to thank.

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Ainissa Ramirez, PhD @ainissaramirez.bsky.social · 19/01/2026

“The time is always right to do what is right.” MLK Jr.

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Ainissa Ramirez, PhD @ainissaramirez.bsky.social · 11/12/2025

I’m grateful for the wonderful review from American Scientist. The editors encouraged their readers to put “Spark” on their gift list. www.americanscientist.org/blog/science...

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Science Book Gift Guide 2025

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Ainissa Ramirez, PhD @ainissaramirez.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

I’m so grateful that “Spark” is on the #NSTA list of outstanding books. What an honor! www.nsta.org/outstanding-...

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Outstanding Science Trade Books for Students K–12 2026

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Turn The Page! - Syosset Public Library 🎤 @splturnthepage.bsky.social · 28/11/2025

Next up, ep. 378C: Meghan sat down with scientist/author Ainissa Ramirez to discuss her children’s picture book debut, SPARK: JIM WEST’S ELECTRIFYING ADVENTURES IN CREATING THE MICROPHONE. @ainissaramirez.bsky.social @mitpress.bsky.social turnthepage.blubrry.net/2025/11/27/t...

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Ainissa Ramirez, PhD @ainissaramirez.bsky.social · 28/11/2025

After visiting a school, I’m reminded of how important it is to tell kids great #STEM stories.

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Ainissa Ramirez, PhD @ainissaramirez.bsky.social · 27/11/2025

For those who celebrate… Happy Thanksgiving!!

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Ainissa Ramirez, PhD @ainissaramirez.bsky.social · 24/11/2025

I got the chance to listen to one of my heroes at the @ncte.org Denver conference this weekend: Ruth Simmons. She’s very cleared eyed about how universities should operate in these times. Very inspiring. #ncteconference #education #teachers #Blacksky #inspiration

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Ainissa Ramirez, PhD @ainissaramirez.bsky.social · 24/11/2025

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Ellen Hokanson @ellenhokanson.bsky.social · 21/11/2025

@scbwirockymtn.bsky.social If you’re at #ncte this year, here’s a roundup of censorship-related sessions. bsky.app/profile/dran...

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Ainissa Ramirez, PhD @ainissaramirez.bsky.social · 21/11/2025

Will do. Hope to meet you sometime soon. I can’t wait to hear this story.

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Angeline J. Dukes, PhD @heydrdukes.bsky.social · 20/11/2025

#BlackInNeuro has supported marginalized neuroscientists for 5️⃣ years!! ✨ We have gorgeous limited-edition pins 😍 for $15 donations to support BIN programming ❤️ blackinneuro.com/donate I can mail it to you or if you just want to donate, I’ll give your pin to trainees at #ABRCMS 🤗 Please share 🙌🏾✨

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Mary Ann Cappiello @macappiello.bsky.social · 20/11/2025

Come join us on Saturday morning! #ncte2025

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Physics World @physicsworld.bsky.social · 18/11/2025

In this podcast we chat about the physics of coffee making, ponytails, toilet flushes and much more from the book Physics Around the Clock 🧪⚛️. ow.ly/5STm50Xtv0y

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Better coffee, easier parking and more: the fascinating physics of daily life – Physics World

The author of Physics Around the Clock is our podcast guest

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Ainissa Ramirez, PhD @ainissaramirez.bsky.social · 17/11/2025

I am looking forward to it. Congrats on your new book.

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Ainissa Ramirez, PhD @ainissaramirez.bsky.social · 13/11/2025

Thanks for this! Really made my day! Stay tuned for more books 🤓

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