Kimberly Cartier @astrokimcartier.bsky.social · 9hVery excited to see IceCube and Dr. Halzen recognized for this amazing work understanding teeny tiny hard to catch cosmic particles! 020
Reposted by Kimberly CartierColette Delawalla, PhD @cdelawalla.bsky.social · 01/10/2026What I find striking about every one of these “politics are too hostile” takes, is that the emphasis is always on the people with higher standards to lower them to allow violence at the table. How come Cox isn’t telling the right to love their neighbor? Instead it’s come to the table with Trump. 1321148
Kimberly Cartier @astrokimcartier.bsky.social · 05/10/2026Pennywise in IT, which was shown to me at the tender age of 4 😱 000
Reposted by Kimberly CartierAndrás Gáspár @andrasgaspar.bsky.social · 01/10/2026This was posted on LinkedIn. Looks like a new record, possibly 3500 proposals. Good luck everyone on the JWST roulette. We really should have made two. 1678
Reposted by Kimberly CartierDr. Samantha Montano @samlmontano.bsky.social · 01/10/2026Thanks to @emfurd.bsky.social for writing this up for @eos.org eos.org/research-and...eos.orgA Redefinition of “Emergency Management” Could Upend FEMA’s Mission - EosLast week, FEMA administrator Cameron Hamilton issued a memorandum outlining the agency’s scope and essentially redefining “emergency management.” 2216
Reposted by Kimberly CartierColette Delawalla, PhD @cdelawalla.bsky.social · 30/09/2026People have asked why we aren't involved with Neil deGrasse Tyson...this is why. @standupforscience.net does not endorse candidates with accusations of sexual misconduct and we do not collaborate with people who have accusations of sexual misconduct. PERIOD. Welcome to the matriarchy. 833387
Kimberly Cartier @astrokimcartier.bsky.social · 29/09/2026My latest for @eos.org dives into a recent investigative report on a hidden but crucial part of NASA's budget: the research and analysis that underpins most of its science goals and missions. 🧪 0155
Reposted by Kimberly CartierEos @eos.org · 28/09/2026A tiny asteroid beyond Saturn’s orbit has two rings, and they aren’t behaving like they should. What’s going on? 🧪🔭🪐 Research by @psantossanz.bsky.social, comments by Heikki Salo (@oulu.fi). Story by @astrokimcartier.bsky.social 031
Reposted by Kimberly CartierEos @eos.org · 27/09/2026Faster fires are bigger & more severe and make it harder for forests to grow back the same. 🔥🧪🌍 eos.org/articles/fas...eos.orgFast, Severe Wildfires Can Change How Forests Grow Back - EosThese blazes can cause ecological shifts even in fire-adapted forests. 0238
Reposted by Kimberly Cartier🌬Breeze @cool-summer-breeze.bsky.social · 24/09/2026This is the Stolen Neighbors Quilt. Each of the 11,000 squares represents a person taken by ICE in Minnesota. 122123505254
Kimberly Cartier @astrokimcartier.bsky.social · 25/09/2026Wildfires are becoming hotter and more frequent, and some forests are struggling to keep up. These blazes can cause ecological shifts even in fire-adapted forests. 🧪🌲 My latest for @eos.org: eos.org/articles/fas...eos.orgFast, Severe Wildfires Can Change How Forests Grow Back - EosThese blazes can cause ecological shifts even in fire-adapted forests. 021
Reposted by Kimberly CartierEos @eos.org · 25/09/2026Fast fires burn more area, and more of that area is severely burned. What’s more, new research finds, severely burned patches will struggle to find seeds to regrow the same tree types. 🔥🧪🌍 eos.org/articles/fas...eos.orgFast, Severe Wildfires Can Change How Forests Grow Back - EosThese blazes can cause ecological shifts even in fire-adapted forests. 21715
Reposted by Kimberly CartierLarkin Francis, PhD, MSW @mwfrancis.bsky.social · 24/09/2026PLEASE ask me for my article! It's always a thrill to know that someone wants to read it, and I hate that knowledge is gatekept like this. Not only do we not get paid if you pay the fee, but we have to pay the journal thousands of dollars for the "privilege" of making it open-access (not paywalled) 010362
Kimberly Cartier @astrokimcartier.bsky.social · 24/09/2026This new data visualization from @themarshallproject.org is a very useful tool to track the "shadow surge" of ICE arrests across the country. p.s. pay attention to the scale of the vertical axis! That's where the story is. www.themarshallproject.org/2026/09/10/i...themarshallproject.orgInside the ‘Shadow Surge’ Driving ICE Arrests to New HeightsFlush with money and leery of bad publicity, ICE has banked on local police agencies to help ramp up immigration arrests. 020
Reposted by Kimberly CartierDenis Gilbert 🌎 @denis-gilbert.ca · 20/09/2026Beautiful animations of the surface of the sun displaying visual evidence of Kelvin-Helmholtz instabilities. #Sun #astrophysics 🧪☀️ 0127
Reposted by Kimberly CartierEos @eos.org · 16/09/2026Today is the UN’s International Day of Science, Technology and Innovation for the South. The impacts of scientific endeavors touch all parts of the world and should be driven by people from all over the world. 🧪🌍 www.un.org/en/observanc...un.orgInternational Day of Science, Technology and Innovation for the South | United NationsInternational Day of Science, Technology and Innovation for the South underscores that advancing science, technology, and innovation is essential not only for achieving the SDGs but also for creating ... 1106
Kimberly Cartier @astrokimcartier.bsky.social · 15/09/2026*This* makes me happy 😀 Great job, Roman team! 031
Kimberly Cartier @astrokimcartier.bsky.social · 15/09/2026This makes me so mad 😡 www.npr.org/2026/09/15/n...npr.orgNASA rushed engineers out of their labs. They say it risks future space missionsNASA employees say they've lost vital equipment and staff needed to make sophisticated spacecraft amid the agency's abrupt relocations over the past several months. 011
Kimberly Cartier @astrokimcartier.bsky.social · 10/09/2026Prepare to be mesmerized by the Sun, as the DKI Solar Telescope once again delivers an unprecedented close look at the Sun's surface and reveals some fundamental physics at play. 🧪☀️ My latest for @eos.org: eos.org/articles/sha...eos.orgSharpest-Ever Image of the Sun Shows Small but Mighty Swirls - EosThese tiny instabilities could play an outsized role in energizing the Sun’s corona. 051
Kimberly Cartier @astrokimcartier.bsky.social · 10/09/2026I mean, it's probably not going to happen, but if it does, I'm gonna make sure I know what charity to donate my $5,000 in November. 010
Reposted by Kimberly CartierAGU (American Geophysical Union) @agu.org · 09/09/2026BREAKING: The Arctic Report Card, after the loss of core support from NOAA, will continue under its independent editorial team, led by researchers at @cires.colorado.edu and @uafairbanks.bsky.social, with new support from AGU. Read our news release: spklr.io/63320ETBFs 13214
Reposted by Kimberly CartierEos @eos.org · 09/09/2026Despite a lack of federal support, the 2026 Arctic Report Card will be published thanks to a partnership between @agu.org, @cires.colorado.edu, and @uafairbanks.bsky.social. Get the details: eos.org/agu-news/the...eos.orgThe Arctic Report Card Matters More Than Ever; AGU Joins Partners to Publish in 2026 - EosThe critical and highly anticipated yearly assessment will be carried forward through a partnership with CIRES/CU Boulder and the University of Alaska Fairbanks. 18134
Reposted by Kimberly CartierCassandra Jaramillo @cassandrajaramillo.bsky.social · 09/09/2026New reporting from my colleagues: Ectopic-related deaths in abortion banned states are increasing. One expert said deaths from ectopic pregnancies should “really be a never event.” www.propublica.org/article/ecto...propublica.orgEctopic Pregnancy Deaths Have Nearly Doubled. It’s Worse in States With Abortion Bans.With prompt and appropriate medical care, experts say, people shouldn’t die from an ectopic pregnancy. Women in Texas and Oklahoma have sued over delays in care, which, coupled with our new analysis, ... 17555300
Reposted by Kimberly CartierPaul Byrne @theplanetaryguy.com · 09/09/2026Astrophotographer Adam (AJ) Smadi caught this image a few hours ago from Washington state. A thin crescent Moon, sunlight illuminating the rugged lunar surface. And 2,400 times farther away—and on the other side of the Sun—mighty Jupiter, and its moons Io (left) and Ganymede (right). 187165415084
Kimberly Cartier @astrokimcartier.bsky.social · 08/09/2026Congratulations @astronomycast.com on 20 years & 800 episodes!!! I still remember celebrating the 500th episode with the amazing group of folks that make this podcast possible, including its dedicated listeners. Cheers @starstryder.space & @fcain.universetoday.com! Here's to 800 more! 🥂🥳 062
Kimberly Cartier @astrokimcartier.bsky.social · 07/09/2026Did *you* vote for #quartz yet?!?! #MinCup26static.klipy.comIndiana Jones: Crystal Skull Alien Close-upAlt: Indiana Jones: Crystal Skull Alien Close-up 031
Reposted by Kimberly CartierEos @eos.org · 05/09/2026Science policy news updates, Colorado edition: * Colorado ranchers are supporting a climate case against Big Oil. (@latimes.com) * A new NSF initiative is seeking tech fixes for the Colorado River. (@science.org) * Colorado is 6.3% behind its climate goals. (@nytimes.com) eos.org/research-and... 164
Reposted by Kimberly CartierMarisa Kabas @marisakabas.bsky.social · 05/09/2026“The administration wrote to several grantees working on maternal health that while ‘maternal and infant health are important issues,’ their work ‘does not advance minority health with regards to OMH’s current priority areas.’” we don’t loathe these people enough. 341396449
Reposted by Kimberly CartierThe Verge @theverge.com · 02/09/2026As a new Harry Potter trailer makes the rounds, it bears repeating that there’s no way to watch this show without supporting J.K. Rowling’s bigotry and the structural violence she’s inflicting on the trans community.theverge.comThere is no ethical consumption of HBO’s Harry Potter seriesYou can’t without supporting Rowling’s transphobic bigotry. 366201199887
Reposted by Kimberly CartierAndy Rivkin @asrivkin.bsky.social · 02/09/2026OK, look, this is super-niche and I know it, but the set of asteroids that resulted from an ancient impact into Vesta are commonly called "Vestoids" in the community when they should be called "Vestiges" and I've been saying that for decades, so that's my answer thanks for reading. 627526
Kimberly Cartier @astrokimcartier.bsky.social · 02/09/2026I confess: 'twas I getting irrationally excited about a potential dark matter particle early on a Wednesday morning. "But Kim, it's nowhere near the confidence threshold—" Shush! Don't take my joy! 020
Kimberly Cartier @astrokimcartier.bsky.social · 31/08/2026Ooh, another milestone for #BepiColombo! Fingers crossed all goes as planned with the separation! 🛰️ 011
Reposted by Kimberly CartierESO @eso.org · 31/08/2026A rare snowy day for the ELT ❄️ Two weeks ago northern Chile was affected by severe weather. It caused damage to several cities and brought snow to our observatories, leaving stunning imagery like this drone video of our Extremely Large Telescope. 🔭 1/2 37118
Kimberly Cartier @astrokimcartier.bsky.social · 30/08/2026To be clear, Roman launched today, ahead of schedule and under budget, *in spite* of the president's best efforts. 0259
Reposted by Kimberly CartierEos @eos.org · 30/08/2026The Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope has launched! This telescope is set to be as pioneering as its namesake, exploring the fundamental makeup of the universe and discovering thousands of distant worlds.🚀🔭🧪 eos.org/research-and...eos.org 0224
Kimberly Cartier @astrokimcartier.bsky.social · 30/08/2026The Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope has launched! I am so frickin excited for this telescope you have no idea. 200,000 exoplanets *and* exploring dark energy?!? Fantastic! 🧪🪐🔭 eos.org/research-and...eos.orgRoman Telescope Begins Quest to Reveal Evolving Universe - EosA new era of space exploration began today with the launch of the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope. 0106
Reposted by Kimberly CartierCasey Dreier @caseydreier.bsky.social · 29/08/2026The Roman Space Telescope was underfunded and faced termination 3 years in a row. Amazing it's now ready to launch ahead of schedule and under budget. 18620
Reposted by Kimberly CartierBrandon Bishop @brandontbishop.bsky.social · 29/08/2026Compare the amount of bullshit people went through to rename straight up derogatory place names to this. 1309
Kimberly Cartier @astrokimcartier.bsky.social · 28/08/2026We *do* actually have Black astronauts. In fact, one of them just recently flew around the Moon! Amazing! ...You wouldn't know it by watching this speech honoring astronauts, though. 021
Reposted by Kimberly CartierEos @eos.org · 26/08/2026“The Colorado River crisis is one of the clearest examples of climate change in the U.S.,” said Douglas Kenney of @colorado.edu. Comments from @azwater.bsky.social, story by @emfurd.bsky.social eos.org/articles/the...eos.orgThe Colorado River Basin Is Running Out of Water. Not Everyone Is Happy with the Government’s Suggested Solution. - EosThough overallocation is one reason the river is shrinking, reduced snowpack and increased evaporation caused by climate change are also contributing factors. 14221
Reposted by Kimberly CartierJoel @itsjoels.bsky.social · 25/08/2026This is the letter kids got at the end of Dolly’s Imagination Library. I defy you to read this and not cry. 7243894211285
Reposted by Kimberly CartierAlex Zalben @azalben.bsky.social · 25/08/2026Here's the official announcement of Parton's passing from her reps, along with the request that in lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to be made to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library at www.imaginationlibrary.com 69135078680
Reposted by Kimberly CartierStand Up for Science! @standupforscience.net · 24/08/2026🚨WARNING🚨 Today is the LAST DAY to leave your public comment on the NSF Proposal. The Proposal implements some of Vought's Science-Destroying OMB Proposal plans in advance: zurl.co/9nywR Leave your public comment TODAY using our guide & tool: fight2win.standupforscience.net/campaign/Pro...fight2win.standupforscience.netStand up for ScienceStand up for Science 4106133
Kimberly Cartier @astrokimcartier.bsky.social · 24/08/2026Deadline is today! Get your comments in! 000
Reposted by Kimberly CartierEos @eos.org · 24/08/2026When marine heat waves and ocean acidification events strike together, it’s a double whammy that can affect fisheries and sea creatures. New #AGUPubs research examines these dual events. 🧪🌊 eos.org/research-spo...eos.orgWhy Marine Heat Waves and Acidification Strike Together - EosA chemistry tug-of-war between ocean acidity and carbon in warming oceans determines when and where these damaging events strike. 03011
Reposted by Kimberly CartierSarah Tuttle @niais.cryptoanarchy.network · 21/08/2026Some fun Swift facts: 1) For a long time (still?), someone on the team always had a pager with them connected to the telescope. If there were issues, the telescope would page whoever was on call 2) UVOT on Swift, although not the primary instrument, has been a crucial UV window into the universe. 5315
Kimberly Cartier @astrokimcartier.bsky.social · 21/08/2026This one breaks my heart 💔 Swift is a smaller telescope, but it has been a mighty workhorse of high-energy astrophysics for more than 20 years. Plus, it is run by my alma mater, Penn State. There is no good replacement lined up for it. 183
Reposted by Kimberly CartierEos @eos.org · 20/08/2026NASA’s attempt to rescue the falling Swift Observatory has failed. Look back at some of Swift’s most exciting discoveries. 🧪🔭🛰️ eos.org/research-and...eos.orgSwift Observatory Rescue Mission Fails - EosNASA’s attempt to rescue the falling Swift Observatory has failed. Look back at some of Swift’s most exciting discoveries. 22716