Ayana Paul @ayana-paul.bsky.social · 24/09/2026Don't forget to vote this election! Check your voter status in Georgia with this link and make a plan to vote: mvp.sos.ga.gov/s/ #Vote2026 #GAVotes 010
Ayana Paul @ayana-paul.bsky.social · 24/09/2026Are you a resident in Georgia District 46 or 121? Candidates want to talk to you about energy and environmental policies in your district. RSVP for the Fall 2026 Forum on Energy and the Environment on October 6th at 6:00pm in the Athens-Clarke County Library Auditorium. #scipol #Vote2026 #GAElection 000
Ayana Paul @ayana-paul.bsky.social · 11/08/2026NIH Director Bhattacharya kills more health disparities grants | Science | AAAS www.science.org/content/arti...science.orgNIH Director Bhattacharya kills more health disparities grantsLetter says agency is “adjusting its extramural research portfolio, which includes terminating grant awards” 100
Reposted by Ayana PaulBaltimore Banner @thebaltimorebanner.com · 01/08/2026ICE releases Johns Hopkins researcher detained while boarding flightbuff.lyJohns Hopkins researcher Fatima Ameaka released from ICE custodyA public health researcher at Johns Hopkins University who was arrested by immigration officials while boarding a domestic flight has been released after spending multiple days in federal custody across... 3391181
Ayana Paul @ayana-paul.bsky.social · 01/08/2026Want to know how federal investment in science benefits the economy? @scienceimpacts.org has developed interactive maps to show how federal funding and proposed changes to federal funding affects our economy at the county, district and state level. Check it out here: buff.ly/A6VpzJ4 #sciencepolicyscienceimpacts.orgSCIMaP - Impacts of Federal Cuts to Science and Medical ResearchDeveloped by an interdisciplinary research team, this website shows how funding cuts reduce economic activity and employment nationwide 100
Ayana Paul @ayana-paul.bsky.social · 30/07/2026Interested in learning more graduate programs at Emory University, Laney Graduate School? Apply for Learning about Laney-Preview Visitation of Emory University: buff.ly/vGImS0R. This fully funded, in-person visit takes place 8AM to 8PM EST, Monday, October 5, 2026. #GraduateEducation #GraduateSchool 000
Reposted by Ayana PaulScientist Network for Advancing Policy @snapcoalition.org · 29/07/2026Starting a science policy group on campus? SNAP wants to help! 🙋 SNAPStart mini-grants offer up to $1,000 to help new or relaunched student #SciPol orgs get off the ground. Apply now through August 31st! Learn more: snapcoalition.org/initiatives/... (please apply and take our money 🫱💵🫲) 199
Reposted by Ayana PaulUSA TODAY @usatoday.com · 28/07/2026Taco Bell offering another $1 lettuce-free item. See new promotionbit.lyTaco Bell offering another $1 lettuce-free item. See new promotionTaco Bell is offering another one-day $1 lettuce-free promotion, following the success of its Enchirito deal. Here's how to get yours. 4134
Reposted by Ayana PaulUSA TODAY @usatoday.com · 24/07/2026A cyclosporiasis outbreak has now been linked to nine states, according to federal health officials.bit.lyCyclosporiasis outbreak now linked to 9 states. See which onesA cyclosporiasis outbreak has now been linked to nine states, according to federal health officials. 183
Ayana Paul @ayana-paul.bsky.social · 23/07/2026The Office of Budget Managment's proposal for restructuring federal funding is only an attempt to legalize what the federal government has already been doing and getting sued over. Trump administration ends dozens of grants for studying patient care | Science | AAAS buff.ly/rb6Ao0Xscience.orgTrump administration ends dozens of grants for studying patient care“Nonaward” notices discontinue grants from the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality whose annual funds had been stalled 000
Ayana Paul @ayana-paul.bsky.social · 23/07/2026Poor contact tracing seems to be a major barrier to controlling the spread of Bundibugyo and evaluating drug safety and efficacy. Rapid spread of Ebola spurs ‘remarkably’ quick drug and vaccine trials | Science | AAAS buff.ly/cFA5FNEscience.orgRapid spread of Ebola spurs ‘remarkably’ quick drug and vaccine trialsPioneering studies are underway to address massive outbreak of rare Bundibugyo virus in the Congo 000
Reposted by Ayana PaulTobin L. Smith @scipolguy.bsky.social · 18/07/2026The proposed revisions to OMB's Uniform Guidance are not just a research community issue. States, local govts, tribal orgs, hospitals, nonprofits, & others are also raising concerns about the uncertainty created by the new rule. Read this @nytimes article www.nytimes.com/2026/07/16/u...nytimes.comWhite House Faces Stiff Pushback on Subjecting Grants to Political ReviewAcademics, city leaders and congressional lawmakers number among the thousands to urge the Trump administration to reconsider a plan to assert more control over grants. 011
Reposted by Ayana PaulUSA TODAY @usatoday.com · 02/07/2026Heat has killed 200,000 in Europe in just four years, but it lags far behind the US in air conditioning adoption. It's now a political fight.bit.lyEurope is fighting over air conditioning. What's going on?Heat has killed 200,000 in Europe in just four years, but it lags far behind the US in air conditioning adoption. It's now a political fight. 53810
Ayana Paul @ayana-paul.bsky.social · 01/07/2026As of June 27, there have been 360 deaths in the DRC due to the contagious and deadly Bundibugyo Ebola virus. Uganda and France are also affected by the ongoing Ebola outbreak. Please stay informed and up to date on this issue even if you do not live in these countries. CDC: buff.ly/iCGdAkNnbcnews.comTracking the 2026 Ebola outbreakHere’s where Ebola is spreading, how it infects humans and what the Bundibugyo type of the virus does to the body. 000
Ayana Paul @ayana-paul.bsky.social · 01/07/2026Public cooling center available at Selena S. Butler Park (98 William Holmes Borders Senior Dr. NE). Bottled water will be available. Open- 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Thursday Hydration stations link to map: buff.ly/9JZYJsM Public splash pads 11Alive list & locations: buff.ly/xZFLb3I 000
Reposted by Ayana PaulThe Washington Post @washingtonpost.com · 27/06/2026The heat wave in Europe is the most severe ever recorded in the region and has been driven by climate change, with rising temperatures outstripping the rate of global warming, a new study found. wapo.st/4xNBl5M 910846
Reposted by Ayana PaulIndivisible ATL @indivisibleatl.bsky.social · 29/06/2026Be careful outside today, folks, and look out for your neighbors—especially the unhoused ones. 044
Reposted by Ayana PaulStand Up for Science! @standupforscience.net · 29/06/2026TWO WEEKS!! You have two weeks left to help us STOP VOUGHT from destroying American Science. If you haven't submitted a comment yet, there's still time - we need everyone in this fight. Take action here: zurl.co/tVzMR 311977
Reposted by Ayana PaulAGU Science Policy @aguscipolicy.bsky.social · 30/06/2026“Bursting the Academic Bubble” explores why scientists must bridge research, policy, and public understanding to better protect communities and drive informed decisions.🏛️📝🧪 A powerful read on science, advocacy, and impact ⬇️ thebridge.agu.org/2026/06/09/g...thebridge.agu.orgGuest Blog: Bursting the Academic Bubble: Why Scientists Must Bridge the Gap Between Research and PolicyWhy Scientists Must Bridge the Gap Between Research and Policy Jelis J. Sostre Cortés, AGU-sponsored CASE workshop participant and PhD candidate at the Georgia Institute… 011
Ayana Paul @ayana-paul.bsky.social · 27/06/2026The Partnership for Public Service's has published an interactive toolkit that showcases the federal government's role in health, science and conservation work. Mass federal cuts interfere with the healthcare access, research funding and disaster response. Explore at science.federalharmstracker.orgscience.federalharmstracker.orgThe Cost of Cutting American ScienceTracking impacts to the people and programs powering America, from labs to the land. 087
Ayana Paul @ayana-paul.bsky.social · 25/06/2026The Georgia Statewide General Election is set for November 3, 2026! Want to hear directly from candidates about their science, energy or environmental health viewpoints? Fill out this survey to help us develop a questionnaire for Georgia candidates. forms.gle/1NMCvqGZWXVh... #sciencepolicy 100
Reposted by Ayana PaulEmma Monk @monkemma.bsky.social · 24/06/2026It was inevitable, wasn't it🙄 Of course the Telegraph would run with something like this👇 So let's remove some of the rose-tinted spectacles and also look at some of that data comparing 1976 with modern heat waves Because the 1976 nostalgia porn is wearing a bit thin at this stage 🧵1/23 16531831761
Reposted by Ayana PaulNefarious Means @nefariousmeans.bsky.social · 24/06/2026Never did I think I would see a cure for sickle cell in my lifetime. A friend of mine in fifth grade died from this disease. My parents kept me home from the funeral because they thought I was too young to handle it. Modern science is a miracle. www.wafb.com/2026/06/23/n...wafb.comNew Orleans man becomes first in Louisiana functionally cured of sickle cell diseaseDaniel Cressy, 23, underwent gene therapy at Manning Family Children’s Hospital. 553209074476
Reposted by Ayana PaulScience Magazine @science.org · 24/06/2026Iberian harvester ants are the only known organism that propagates two species by itself, according to research from 2025. Learn more during #InsectWeek: scim.ag/4uRVwgj 04514
Reposted by Ayana PaulAGU Science Policy @aguscipolicy.bsky.social · 24/06/2026🚨Attention all scientists and advocates 📝Join Science Votes the Future’s webinar series to build the skills you need for thoughtful engagement this election season Register here 👇 sciencevotesthefuture.org 002
Reposted by Ayana PaulStand Up for Science! @standupforscience.net · 24/06/2026WOW!! over 27k actions taken to fight against the OMB proposal through the #StandUpforScience action portal. Americans are taking action across the country, because scientific funding decisions should be guided by the expertise & the evidence, not political appointees & political ideology. 🧵: 212842
Ayana Paul @ayana-paul.bsky.social · 24/06/2026Georgia's redistricting special session could have devastating effects on the representation of minorities across Georgia. Please review the letter drafted by The Georgia Redistricting Alliance and consider signing on to support. ➡️ actionnetwork.org/forms/every-... #EveryLineShapesOurFutureactionnetwork.orgEvery Line Shapes Our Future: The Case Against Late-Decade Redistricting in GeorgiaThe Georgia Redistricting Alliance has released a sign-on letter opposing late-decade redistricting in Georgia. We are calling on the community to let legislators know how this impacts our communities... 000
Ayana Paul @ayana-paul.bsky.social · 24/06/2026Georgia lawmakers are meeting to redraw district lines on the GA map. It's speculated that lawmakers will manipulate the lines to move power away from working families and minorities. Don't let your voice be silenced! #EveryLineShapesOurFuture #GeorgiaRedistricting #FairMaps #PackTheCapital 000
Ayana Paul @ayana-paul.bsky.social · 19/06/2026Thanks to those that attended the 2026 T32 Antibiotic Resistance and Therapeutic Discovery Training Program (ARTDTP) Graduation Symposium at Emory University. I really appreciated the opportunity to share my research with my peers. #BlackWomenINSTEM #WomenInSTEM #BlackINSTEM 021
Ayana Paul @ayana-paul.bsky.social · 17/06/2026Are you interested in learning more about science policy issues? Do you want to help inform your community about candidate views on scientific or environmental issues? Volunteer with Stance on Science! #stanceonscience #snap #scipolicy 0108
Ayana Paul @ayana-paul.bsky.social · 16/06/2026I have many concerns about the proposed rules by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) that seek to revise the Guidance for Federal Financial Assistance across numerous federal agencies (OMB20260034). Submit your comments to the OMB before July 13: www.federalregister.gov/documents/20...elizabethginexi.substack.comSummary of Key Changes in OMB’s Proposed Federal Financial Assistance RuleRussell Vought is going to destroy American Science 011
Ayana Paul @ayana-paul.bsky.social · 15/06/2026NIH funded research is paid for by American tax payers dollars and should thus be made accessible to the public. Rising publishing fees for open-access articles under for-profit journals have only made this more difficult for researchers. #scienceforall #scicomm www.statnews.com/2026/06/11/o...statnews.comWe published in Nature Medicine in 2025 for free. In 2026, it cost us $12,850In 2025, Elizabeth Selvin and her colleagues published in Nature Medicine for free. In 2026, it cost them $12,850, she writes. 130
Ayana Paul @ayana-paul.bsky.social · 15/06/2026I will be hopping on the virtual event Mapping Mondays starting tonight! These online sessions are put together by Fair Count, ProGeorgia and civic engagement organizations across GA to help the public organize and stay informed. #GAvoters #redistricting #FairCount mobilize.us/s/T0nkNf 010
Ayana Paul @ayana-paul.bsky.social · 12/06/2026I truly enjoyed my time attending and presenting at ASM Microbe 2026 Washington, DC. Thank you to those that stopped by poster and chatted with me outside of my poster session. #microbiology #immunology #ASM 130