Reposted by @alexhorsley.bsky.socialParody Nigel Farage @parodypm.bsky.social · 13/09/2026Imagine having more money than you could ever need and instead of using it to tackle poverty or disease you give it to a bunch of entitled grifters who don't give a shit about anyone but themselves. 11749031132
Reposted by @alexhorsley.bsky.socialAlex von Tunzelmann @alexvont.bsky.social · 10/09/2026If you feel like donating to the RNLI, here’s a link. I just have. Their minimum donation is £2: I think it might be nice for them to receive a lot of donations this week, even if they’re mostly very modest. Just so they know a lot of people out here appreciate their work. rnli.org/support-us/g...rnli.orgDonate to the RNLI and help save lives at seaYour donations really make a difference. We depend on your generosity to educate people to stay safe and prevent tragedies on and offshore. Donate here. 4920921254
Reposted by @alexhorsley.bsky.socialRory Cellan-Jones @rorycj.bsky.social · 10/09/2026share.google/AWA0QowotTF2... The RNLI is one of those institutions that make me proud to be British - join me in donating to show your supportshare.googleDonate to the RNLI and help save lives at seaYour donations really make a difference. We depend on your generosity to educate people to stay safe and prevent tragedies on and offshore. Donate here. 321157333
Reposted by @alexhorsley.bsky.socialCount Binface @countbinface.bsky.social · 13/08/2026Bin Day cometh. 402100561673
Reposted by @alexhorsley.bsky.socialThe University of Manchester @manchester.ac.uk · 11/08/2026DOVESTONES PUBLIC HEALTH FINDINGS REVEALED 🚨⬇️ Researchers monitored the effects of smoke to be present indoors at potentially harmful concentrations levels, in homes up to 60km from the site of the Dovestones wildfires. Read more on our newsroom: www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/i... 065
Reposted by @alexhorsley.bsky.socialCystic Fibrosis Trust @cysticfibrosis.org.uk · 08/07/2026Last week concluded the last of our recent visits to the four Innovation Hubs that make up our CF Lung Health Network, co-funded by the Trust and LifeArc. Swipe for a recap of the four programmes and click the link to find out more. ow.ly/qPMi50Zl7B4 #cysticfibrosis 031
Reposted by @alexhorsley.bsky.socialMarina Purkiss @marina-purkiss.bsky.social · 03/06/2026Just watch this… And for the love of God, please see Farage for what he is. His response to Sarah Everard Vs his response to Henry Nowak Jaw dropping. 431434741
Reposted by @alexhorsley.bsky.socialFiona J Whelan @whelanfj.bsky.social · 13/05/2026After a few technical glitches... 📣 Whelan lab is hiring 📣 We are looking for an entry level technician to help us with our culturing and DNA sequencing prep of cystic fibrosis lung microbiome samples. Applications close 28 May 2026 Any queries, please reach out!jobs.manchester.ac.ukResearch Technician in Microbiology and Molecular Biology:Oxford Road 169
Reposted by @alexhorsley.bsky.socialFiona J Whelan @whelanfj.bsky.social · 11/05/2026📣 Whelan lab is hiring 📣 We are looking for an entry level technician to help us with our culturing and DNA sequencing prep of cystic fibrosis lung microbiome samples. Applications close 20 May 2026. www.jobs.manchester.ac.uk/Job/JobDetai...jobs.manchester.ac.ukResearch Technician in Microbiology and Molecular Biology:Oxford Road 01329
Reposted by @alexhorsley.bsky.socialAnti-Reform @antireform.bsky.social · 08/04/2026Before posting, don't forget to let Reform Ltd & Nigel Farage know your heart-felt feelings about them all over the leaflet ... meme via Paul Hodgson 881515728
Reposted by @alexhorsley.bsky.socialFiona J Whelan @whelanfj.bsky.social · 27/03/2026📣 Still time to apply to this bioinformatics postdoc position with us! If you have any questions, please DM me here or send me an email. Deadline 3 April. 0510
Reposted by @alexhorsley.bsky.socialFiona J Whelan @whelanfj.bsky.social · 14/03/2026Application deadline this Monday! 073
Reposted by @alexhorsley.bsky.socialCystic Fibrosis Trust @cysticfibrosis.org.uk · 04/03/2026This week we’ve been visiting researchers within our Translational Innovation Hub Network for CF Lung Health and Infection funded by the Trust and LifeArc. Find out more about our Trailfinder-CF and Pulse-CF Innovation hubs on our website. ➡️ ow.ly/iERe50Yp1g7 #cysticfibrosis #cftrust 243
Reposted by @alexhorsley.bsky.socialThe Lancet @thelancet.com · 27/02/2026On the cover of The Lancet: Editorial — “Robert F Kennedy Jr: 1 year of failure” Read the latest issue: spkl.io/63327Aa31W 13581314
Reposted by @alexhorsley.bsky.socialFiona J Whelan @whelanfj.bsky.social · 17/02/2026📣 2026 PhD studentship 📣 Via @manchester.ac.uk 's President's Doctoral Scholar Awards, we are encouraging applications for a PhD on the effect of pollutant exposure on microbe-immune cross talk. This project will incorporate microbiology, immunology, & bioinformatics. Deadline: 16 March 2026!findaphd.com(President's Doctoral Scholar Award) A mechanistic understanding of microbe-immune cross talk in the face of pollutant challenge at The University of Manchester on FindAPhD.comPhD Project - (President's Doctoral Scholar Award) A mechanistic understanding of microbe-immune cross talk in the face of pollutant challenge at The University of Manchester, listed on FindAPhD.c... 076
Reposted by @alexhorsley.bsky.socialThe University of Manchester @manchester.ac.uk · 26/01/2026✨ Big news! We have been recognised again in the @timeshighered.bsky.social World University Rankings by Subject 2026 with ten subjects in the global top 100 and four in the world’s top 50. Huge thanks to our amazing community who make this possible 💜 www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/t... 0136
Reposted by @alexhorsley.bsky.socialCystic Fibrosis Trust @cysticfibrosis.org.uk · 14/01/2026Could 2026 be the year you take part in a CF research study? (1/4) ➡️ cysticfibrosis.org.uk/trialstracker 111
Reposted by @alexhorsley.bsky.socialPULSE-CF Research Innovation Hub @pulse-cf.bsky.social · 17/12/2025CF-Tracker is in the Manchester Evening News. Important for pwCF to take care as we enter the winter flu surge! @cysticfibrosis.org.uk www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/news/greater...manchestereveningnews.co.ukPeople living with one condition 'uniquely vulnerable' to super fluA H3N2 virus - dubbed 'super flu' - is sweeping hospitals in England - and people with one health condition may be more at risk 032
Reposted by @alexhorsley.bsky.socialThe University of Manchester @manchester.ac.uk · 17/12/2025Congratulations, Professor Hussell! 👏 The @nature.com award recognises individuals who provide exceptional guidance to emerging scientists, foster a culture of collaboration and excellence, and make a significant impact on the careers of early-stage researchers www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/p... 0101
Reposted by @alexhorsley.bsky.socialAmerican Thoracic Society (ATS) @atscommunity.bsky.social · 21/11/2025What is pulmonary rehabilitation and how does it help COPD patients? Rachel Evans, MD, University of Leicester, explains on the latest episode of the ATS Breathe Easy podcast, alongside COPD advocate Russell Winwood and host Amy Attaway, MD. Watch now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=cETC... 012
Reposted by @alexhorsley.bsky.socialPULSE-CF Research Innovation Hub @pulse-cf.bsky.social · 21/10/2025This week we welcomed Hull Adult CF Centre to the CF-Tracker study! We have another 11 sites still in process, and plan to have many of these open before the end of the year! You can follow progress on the @cysticfibrosis.org.uk Trials Tracker: www.cysticfibrosis.org.uk/get-involved...cysticfibrosis.org.ukCF-TRACKER 031
alexhorsley.bsky.social @alexhorsley.bsky.social · 02/10/2025An embarrassment of riches on day 1 of #UKCFC. Particularly impressive work coming out of @sheffielduni.bsky.social led MAGNIFY research group, on lung MRI in CF 010
alexhorsley.bsky.social @alexhorsley.bsky.social · 01/10/2025Professor Robert Gray from @uofglasgow.bsky.social presents the *simplified view of lung inflammation in CF at #UKCFC. 020
alexhorsley.bsky.social @alexhorsley.bsky.social · 01/10/2025Great opening talk by Prof Gwyneth Davies of GOSH at #UKCFC highlighting the research goals and challenges for CF 041
Reposted by @alexhorsley.bsky.socialThe Guardian @theguardian.com · 23/09/2025‘Don’t pay any attention to what Trump says about medicine’, Wes Streeting tells Britons – UK politics livetheguardian.com‘Don’t pay any attention to what Trump says about medicine’, Wes Streeting tells Britons – UK politics liveMedical experts concerned alarms after US president warned pregnant women to avoid taking Tylenol in move contradicted by research 3234988
Reposted by @alexhorsley.bsky.socialDan Thomas @heydanthomas.bsky.social · 13/09/2025Yes, Wales! 🏴💪 😂 www.walesonline.co.uk/news/wales-n... 25714
Reposted by @alexhorsley.bsky.socialMarina Purkiss @marina-purkiss.bsky.social · 06/09/2025What utter dickheads we are… Rayner fought for workers: sick pay, maternity rights, protection from unfair dismissal Farage and his MPs voted it down Rayner gets binned over £40k in stamp duty Farage dodges £44k, shrugs & strolls on The mega wealthy win again. 14927051068
Reposted by @alexhorsley.bsky.socialCystic Fibrosis Trust @cysticfibrosis.org.uk · 03/09/2025Do you have questions about your career in research? Want tips and advice from others who work in this area? Why not sign up to attend the latest in our Coffee and Careers webinar series on Wednesday 10 September. ➡️ ow.ly/Zwze50WNHCp #cysticfibrosis #cftrust #researchwednesday #researcher 021
Reposted by @alexhorsley.bsky.socialAmerican Thoracic Society (ATS) @atscommunity.bsky.social · 06/08/2025“mRNA vaccines are proven, lifesaving tools backed by decades of research. Sec. Kennedy’s decision undermines public health, science and epidemic preparedness. As physicians & scientists, the ATS urges him to reverse course for the safety of all Americans.” - Tina Hartert, MD, PhD, ATSF 12417
Reposted by @alexhorsley.bsky.socialAmerican Thoracic Society (ATS) @atscommunity.bsky.social · 04/08/2025🌍 Today is World NTM Awareness Day! 🌍 Join us in spreading awareness about Nontuberculous Mycobacterial (NTM) lung disease. Let's educate, support, and advocate for those affected. #worldNTMday Learn more: worldntmday.org 053
Reposted by @alexhorsley.bsky.socialCystic Fibrosis Trust @cysticfibrosis.org.uk · 09/07/2025Over the next 5 years, our Translational Innovation Hub Network will address challenges around finding new lung infection treatment options, detecting and treating flare-ups, and developing new ways to diagnose infections. ➡️ cysticfibrosis.org.uk/innovation-hub-network #cysticfibrosis #cftrust 163
Reposted by @alexhorsley.bsky.socialCystic Fibrosis Trust @cysticfibrosis.org.uk · 25/06/2025"I’m not thinking about where I could be limited by CF. For the first time, challenges are logistical, rather than health-based." We spoke to Declan about running an ultra-marathon, being a science teacher, and changes in his life since taking Kaftrio. ➡️ ow.ly/VshL50WfWf3 #cysticfibrosis #cftrust 011
Reposted by @alexhorsley.bsky.socialDurrington Lab @hdurrington.bsky.social · 16/06/2025www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/w... Out today.. new research from @robertmaidstone.bsky.socialmanchester.ac.ukWomen who work nightshifts are more likely to have asthmaWomen who work night shifts are more likely to suffer with moderate or severe asthma compared to women who work in the daytime, according to a University of Manchester study published today (Monday) i... 173
Reposted by @alexhorsley.bsky.socialPULSE-CF Research Innovation Hub @pulse-cf.bsky.social · 16/05/2025Our first CF-Tracker study participant started the study today! First of many for this exciting @cftrustuk.bsky.social @lifearc.bsky.social funded Research Innovation Hub. Huge thanks to the team and to @nihr.bsky.social Manchester CRF! 051
Reposted by @alexhorsley.bsky.socialPULSE-CF Research Innovation Hub @pulse-cf.bsky.social · 09/05/2025CF-Tracker study now open on @cftrustuk.bsky.social Trials Tracker too! www.cysticfibrosis.org.uk/get-involved...cysticfibrosis.org.ukCF-TRACKER 012
Reposted by @alexhorsley.bsky.socialPULSE-CF Research Innovation Hub @pulse-cf.bsky.social · 09/05/2025The CF-Tracker study is NOW OPEN at our first site, Wythenshawe Hospital in Manchester! You can find out more about the study below or on our website (www.pulse-cf.com) vimeo.com/1049633163vimeo.comCF Tracker StudyThis is "CF Tracker Study" by Nice Cat Media on Vimeo, the home for high quality videos and the people who love them. 011
Reposted by @alexhorsley.bsky.socialLed By Donkeys @ledbydonkeys.org · 28/03/2025We took over the giant screen at Farage’s big rally in Birmingham 541146384848
Reposted by @alexhorsley.bsky.socialDr Eva Caamano @evacaamano.bsky.social · 12/03/2025We are #hiring! *Research Data Steward* Support the work of Cystic Fibrosis Innovation Hubs by maintaining integrity & quality of datasets, optimising workflows, and supporting #FAIR. Work within the @cbflivuni.bsky.social. More information here: shorturl.at/v3P30 #datamanagement #jobsshorturl.atJob Specification 173
Reposted by @alexhorsley.bsky.socialPULSE-CF Research Innovation Hub @pulse-cf.bsky.social · 06/03/2025We think pollution might be an important reason why some people with CF become unwell, thats why we're looking into this as a cause of exacerbations in our CF-Tracker study. In the meantime, great to see this Asthma+Lung event in Manchester, come and support! 021
Reposted by @alexhorsley.bsky.socialgeinarsson.bsky.social @geinarsson.bsky.social · 21/02/2025Three fully funded PhD’s available! Looking for talented applicants with microbiology experience to study the role of microbes in cystic fibrosis exacerbations as part of the PULSE-CF Innovation Hub www.pulse-cf.com Find out more and apply at: go.qub.ac.uk/CFPhDsgo.qub.ac.uktunney PhD Projects, Programmes & ScholarshipsFindAPhD. Search Funded PhD Projects, Programmes & Scholarships in tunney. Search for PhD funding, scholarships & studentships in the UK, Europe and around the world. 021
alexhorsley.bsky.social @alexhorsley.bsky.social · 20/01/2025Elon Musk does not represent the views of British people. So I've signed the open letter telling him to butt out of UK politics. Agree? Sign 000
alexhorsley.bsky.social @alexhorsley.bsky.social · 18/01/2025Hardly news, I thought we had all long ago accepted these were all just another lie. 020
alexhorsley.bsky.social @alexhorsley.bsky.social · 17/01/2025Great PhD opportunity as part of a large and exciting new research hub in cystic fibrosis! More info below or www.pulse-cf.com 051
Reposted by @alexhorsley.bsky.socialMike Galsworthy @mikegalsworthy.bsky.social · 12/01/2025Over 60 German universities quit social media platform X. Platform accused of failing to uphold values of diversity, freedom, and scholarship.aa.com.trOver 60 German universities quit social media platform XPlatform accused of failing to uphold values of diversity, freedom, and scholarship - Anadolu Ajansı 402137263068
alexhorsley.bsky.social @alexhorsley.bsky.social · 02/01/2025On back of recent FDA announcement, great to see these detailed data in print. And really pleased that, once approved in the UK, this will give more choice for people with CF 030
Reposted by @alexhorsley.bsky.socialPULSE-CF Research Innovation Hub @pulse-cf.bsky.social · 13/12/2024Great job opportunity to work in CF Microbiome research as part of our amazing Research Innovation Hub @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social @geinarsson.bsky.social More information on our website www.pulse-cf.com/jobs-and-stu...pulse-cf.comJobs/Studentships — PULSE-CF 011
