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CISE-Atlantic @cise-atlantic.bsky.social · 11/02/2026

📣 Research study opportunity for Black Engineers Working in Canada to share YOUR experiences! Eligibility: ✅ identify as a Black engineer; ✅ non-licensed or licensed to practice in Canada; ✅ formerly or currently an engineer working in Canada; ✅ have a minimum of five years of experience

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CISE-Atlantic @cise-atlantic.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

In celebration of #BlackHistory and #AfricanHeritageMonth, CISE-Atlantic will spotlight community leaders, without whom we would not be able do the heart work of advancing inclusion in STEM. Kehinde Oni is a third-year biology student and coordinator for Let’s Talk Science at Cape Breton University

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CISE-Atlantic @cise-atlantic.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

Black History Month and African Heritage Month offer Canadians the opportunity to recognize the contributions of Black and African Nova Scotian trailblazers in STEM, as well as the contemporary systemic barriers to success still to be removed.

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CISE-Atlantic @cise-atlantic.bsky.social · 02/12/2025

🏆The results are in - we are thrilled to announce the incomparable Dr. Carlie Charron as the 2026 CISE-Atlantic SPARK Lecture Tour Awardee, in recognition of cutting-edge contributions to and inclusive leadership within the Atlantic Canadian research ecosystem! 🎉Congratulations, Dr. Charron!

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Science Friday @scifri.bsky.social · 28/11/2025

Happy Science Friday! Here’s what we’re covering today on the show. Listen on your local public radio station, 2-4 p.m. ET. 🏆 🏋🏽🪴 Learn more here: buff.ly/uWWEb7I

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CISE-Atlantic @cise-atlantic.bsky.social · 28/11/2025

Pleased to share that the first report for Canadian Physics Counts (#canphyscounts), the first national survey of equity, diversity, and inclusion in the Canadian physics community, has been published and is now available online at 🔗www.facetsjournal.com/doi/10.1139/facets-2025- 0126

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CISE-Atlantic @cise-atlantic.bsky.social · 13/11/2025

CISE-Atlantic Chairs, Dr. Kevin Hewitt (@dalhousieu.bsky.social) and Dr. Stephanie MacQuarrie (Cape Breton University), hosted a consultation session today for Gender Summit 24's new Roadmap for Action for North America. Learn more about GS24 (Nov. 19th 2025) 🔗 www.gender-summit.com/event/gs24/

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CISE-Atlantic @cise-atlantic.bsky.social · 03/11/2025

Join the k2i academy team as they unveil their NEW Grade 10 Computer Science resource! [EN] Digital Technology and Innovations in the Changing World November 5, 2025 | 6:00 - 7:00 PM ET [FR] Technologies numériques et innovations dans un monde en évolution November 6, 2025 | 6:00 - 7:00 PM ET

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CISE-Atlantic @cise-atlantic.bsky.social · 24/10/2025

A recent study from researchers at the University of Alberta and Acadia University show that about 2.3 per cent of people in Canada experience severe #climate anxiety, based on a survey of 2,476 individuals published in Nature Mental Health. 🔗Link to Study - shorturl.at/P809n

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Nadine, Hunter of Rocks @nadwgab.bsky.social · 01/01/2025

1 of #365Minerals 🧪⚒️ Quetzalcoatlite: - Named after Quetzalcoatl, an Aztec and Toltec god of the sea, due to its sea-blue colour - Forms in the oxidised zone of tellurium-bearing hydrothermal deposits #minerals - This below is a co-type specimen (one of the specimens used to define the species)

Tiny blue-green crystals (there's a green coloured arrow stuck on the specimen to point these out) with some leaf-green illite and blue azurite on a matrix. From Bambollita Mine, Moctezuma, Sonora, Mexico.

Specimen from the Natural History Museum, London's collections.

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Gabe Schwartz @gabeschwartz.bsky.social · 16/10/2025

📣 In a new paper using data on >11,000 kids, we find children who are #evicted suffer worse mental health & increased sleep problems... but so do children whose families simply struggle to pay the rent each month, implicating the health of 100,000s of young people in the housing crisis. #episky 🧪

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SETI Institute @setiinstitute.bsky.social · 16/10/2025

Next #SETILive: Do Aliens Speak Physics? TODAY, 16 October, 2:30 pm PDT Join host @planetarypan.bsky.social and co-author @danielwhiteson.bsky.social for a discussion of this mind-bending exploration into what it would mean for humans to communicate with an ET through the language of physics. 🧪 👩‍🔬

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CLEAR lab @clear-lab.bsky.social · 29/09/2025

We’re waking up our social media presence!🌱Every week, a different CLEAR member will share what life looks like in the lab, from wet lab work to community authorship. Each perspective is unique, showing the diff ways we think about what we do and *how* we do it. Stay tuned! 1/8

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CISE-Atlantic @cise-atlantic.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

🎇Are you or do you know an outstanding #STEM professional in #Atlantic #Canada? Committed to #equity and ready to share trailblazing research to new audiences? ✅Nominate yourself or a peer TODAY for our SPARK Lecture Tour Award! forms.gle/PPr8cpbn934x... #inclusioninstem #ResearchExcellence

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Text reads SPARK Lecture Tour Award 2026. Recognizing research excellence in STEM across Atlantic Canada. A scannable QR Code for the nomination form is visible. Nominations Open: Oct. 1st - Nov. 3rd 2025.

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Dalhousie Chemistry @dalchemistry.bsky.social · 24/09/2025

We welcome Dr. Mita Dasog from Dalhousie University as our Seminar speaker next Friday, October 3rd.

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CISE-Atlantic @cise-atlantic.bsky.social · 22/09/2025

STEM Scientist of the Week! Andrea Ghez, an American astrophysicist whose pioneering work with Reinhard Genzel garnered them the Nobel Prize in 2020, providing conclusive evidence of the supermassive black hole, Sagittarius A* at the centre of the Milky Way! ⚫ #womeninSTEM #astro

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CTF/FCE @ctffce.bsky.social · 22/09/2025

The principles of Truth and Reconciliation go beyond the week of September 22 – 26. It is a year-round, lifetime commitment. Find out various ways to start practicing Truth and Reconciliation today: 🔗 trw-svr.nctr.ca

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Truth and Reconciliation Week – Taking Truth to Action

The National Residential School Crisis Line: 1-866-925-4419

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CISE-Atlantic @cise-atlantic.bsky.social · 19/09/2025

This week in STEM - researchers at Rice University uncover pieces of Mars' watery history, with profound implications for the planet's past habitability as well as future sites for analysis by the Perserverance Rover. Read more: www.sciencedaily.com/releases/202... #STEMNews #mars #spacescience

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Journal of Experimental Medicine @jem.org · 17/09/2025

In this Viewpoint, we hear from a cross section of women, across multiple research fields, discussing their science and the process of setting up a lab as an independent researcher. rupress.org/jem/article/... @quinascience.bsky.social @aweinstock.bsky.social @osterhoutlab.bsky.social #WomeninSTEM

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CISE-Atlantic @cise-atlantic.bsky.social · 17/09/2025

📣Application period NOW OPEN for CISE-Atlantic's Catalyze & Facilitate Sponsorship and Partnership Program! Seed funding opportunity for new initiatives or expansions that advance inclusion in STEM in Atlantic Canada. Learn more: linktr.ee/cise_atlantic #InclusioninSTEM #equityineducation

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CISE-Atlantic @cise-atlantic.bsky.social · 17/09/2025

Are you an #STEM educator or looking to drive policy change in STEM for safer, inclusive learning spaces? Register for The Safer STEM Lab, a free online #training series on the prevention of sexual harassment in experiential learning - www.couragetoact.ca/safer-stem-lab @couragetoact.bsky.social

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The Safer STEM Lab — Courage to Act Foundation

A professional training series by the Courage to Act Foundation. This virtual program equips participants with the skills and tools to prevent sexual harassment and foster safer, more inclusive learni...

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CISE-Atlantic @cise-atlantic.bsky.social · 30/06/2025

June 30th is world asteroid day, which promotes global awareness. It is held on the anniversary of the Tunguska impact over Siberia, when a meteor air burst destroyed 2150 square kilometers of forest. Learn more here: www.un.org/en/observanc...

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CISE-Atlantic @cise-atlantic.bsky.social · 23/06/2025

Happy International Women in Engineering Day! On June 23rd, we celebrate the successes and achievements of so many remarkable women in engineering. This is also a day to support and encourage young women to pursue a career in engineering. Learn more here: www.awarenessdays.com/awareness-da....

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CISE-Atlantic @cise-atlantic.bsky.social · 08/06/2025

June 8th is World Oceans Day! On this day we celebrate our shared oceans and educate ourselves on what we can do to protect our oceans and keep them healthy. Learn more here! worldoceanday.org

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CISE-Atlantic @cise-atlantic.bsky.social · 05/06/2025

June 5th is World Environment day! A reminder to all of us that we only have one earth, and to take action to protect our environment, and raise awareness about plastic pollution and other harmful things that can hurt the environment. Learn more here! www.worldenvironmentday.global

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CISE-Atlantic @cise-atlantic.bsky.social · 02/06/2025

Happy Pride Month! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

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CISE-Atlantic @cise-atlantic.bsky.social · 27/05/2025

Happening tomorrow! Don't forget to register for this exciting talk here: www.eventbrite.ca/e/intl-year-...

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CISE-Atlantic @cise-atlantic.bsky.social · 26/05/2025

✨Introducing STEM Scientist of the week! Each week on this thread, we will highlight a scientist who made revolutionary contributions to their field.

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CISE-Atlantic @cise-atlantic.bsky.social · 15/05/2025

🎉International Year of Quantum Science and Technology High School Talks | Quantum annealing with superconducting qubits🎉

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CISE-Atlantic @cise-atlantic.bsky.social · 15/05/2025

Congratulations to Lindsay Janes for receiving “The 2024 CAP Award for Excellence in Teaching High School/CEGEP Physics (Atlantic)”. This award recognizes the tremendous work and dedication Lindsay has put into teaching physics, with a notable dedication to her students' understanding,

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CISE-Atlantic @cise-atlantic.bsky.social · 15/05/2025

May 15th is Black Excellence day, a term coined in the 60s during the civil rights movement, in which we celebrate the stories and history of Black Canadians, while standing in solidarity with them.

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CISE-Atlantic @cise-atlantic.bsky.social · 08/04/2025

SUMMER RESEARCH WORK OPPORTUNITY (Dalhousie Graduate Students) 📍Hybrid, predominantly onsite at Dalhousie University ⌛May - August 2025 (16 weeks) 💥Full Time, 35 hours/week, Temporary 💰Salary $18,816 (includes 12% fringe benefits) ❗️✨Apply by April 15th, 2025! Link also in bio. >> shorturl.at/FiGEV

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CISE-Atlantic @cise-atlantic.bsky.social · 01/04/2025

X-Oceans Outreach is seeking FOUR Outreach Facilitators (Designated Positions) 🦈 💰$18/hour, 8 weeks FT ⌛️April 11th, 11:59PM AT 📌Outreach Facilitator Positions are designated for applicants who identify as Indigenous - shorturl.at/95TsE or Black and/or African Nova Scotian - shorturl.at/ojoNp

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Hilding Neilson @astrojipjawej.bsky.social · 27/03/2025

Next week I’m doing the CISE-SPARK lecture tour across the Maritimes. ciseatlantic.ca/initiatives/.... I am grateful for the support from the Atlantic Chairs for Inclusion in Science and Engineering @cise-atlantic.bsky.social for this opportunity.

Poster with picture of me noting the SPARK Lecture Tour award.

Poster listing the locations and dates for talks
March 31 at Université de Moncton, April 1 at Mount Allison University, April 2 at St. Francis Xavier University and the University of P.E.I. and April 3 at the University of New Brunswick Fredericton.

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CISE-Atlantic @cise-atlantic.bsky.social · 26/03/2025

SPARK LECTURES #1! Join Dr. Hilding Neilson at Université de Moncton on March 31st, 11:30AM-12:45PM Explore the ongoing link between astronomy and colonization from the perspective of Indigeneity in North America and discuss how STEM professionals can be inclusive of Indigenous rights and voices.

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CISE-Atlantic @cise-atlantic.bsky.social · 21/03/2025

This International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, we reaffirm our commitment to the dismantling of systemic racism and eradicating institutional barriers for Black, Indigenous and Peoples of Colour and their intersecting identities in education, research and employment in STEM.

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CISE-Atlantic @cise-atlantic.bsky.social · 17/03/2025

🔬 Celebrating Neurodiversity in STEM 🌟 Through our work, we strive to catalyze networks of support, raise awareness of barriers, and promote equity, diversity, and inclusion in STEM fields. By embracing neurodiversity, we strengthen the future of research, innovation, and discovery.

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CISE-Atlantic @cise-atlantic.bsky.social · 12/03/2025

📣WE ARE HIRING📣: Curriculum Development Specialist (Physics in the Rural Classroom, PiRC) – Part-Time Contract (21 hrs/week – 1 Year) The incumbent will lead development of the Physics in the Rural Classroom (PiRC) curriculum—an initiative enhancing science education across rural Atlantic Canada🚀

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CISE-Atlantic @cise-atlantic.bsky.social · 10/03/2025

✨ FLIGHT-Atlantic is back! ✨A two-week virtual summer camp all about tech-entrepreneurship, designed for girls and gender diverse youth aged 13-18 years old, who further self-identify as Black, Indigenous and Peoples of Colour.

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CISE-Atlantic @cise-atlantic.bsky.social · 08/03/2025

💜Happy International Women's Day! 💜 At CISE Atlantic, we know gender should never limit ambitions, dreams, or goals 💪. We celebrate the resilience of women and girls worldwide as they break barriers, push boundaries, and lead the way in STEM—empowering one another to greatness 👩‍⚕️👩‍🎓👩‍🏫👩‍🔬👩‍🚀👩‍🚒👷‍♀️ #IWD2025

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CISE-Atlantic @cise-atlantic.bsky.social · 07/03/2025

🎉Shoutout to CISE-Atlantic Chair and @dalhousieu.bsky.social Professor, Kevin Hewitt, for receiving the #RCSA 2025 Holland Award. Congratulations to Angel Martí and Enrico Ramirez-Ruiz as well ✨ Learn about about what comes next for these recipients as they continue to promote excellence in STEM!

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CISE-Atlantic @cise-atlantic.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

This #IWD2025, we celebrate the remarkable women breaking barriers, driving innovation, & leading change in STEM, sustainability, and beyond. From space exploration to healthcare, agriculture, and global advocacy, these trailblazers are shaping a more inclusive and sustainable future💜✨ #WomenInSTEM

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CISE-Atlantic @cise-atlantic.bsky.social · 05/03/2025

This #IWD2025, we honour the voices of Canadian women in STEM by celebrating the life and legacy of Dr. Hind Al-Abadleh; a pioneering environmental and physical chemist and EDI activist. She dedicated her career to advancing air quality research, atmospheric chemistry, and environmental justice 👩🏾‍🔬🥼🔬🧪

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CISE-Atlantic @cise-atlantic.bsky.social · 04/03/2025

CISE-Atlantic is looking for highly motivated and dynamic team members who will lead and facilitate the FLIGHT-Atlantic camp in Summer 2025! Link to the job descriptions and information on how to apply can be found at ciseatlantic.ca/get-involved/. #InclusioninSTEM #TechInnovation #youthoutreach

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CISE-Atlantic @cise-atlantic.bsky.social · 04/03/2025

#Ramadan Mubarak! Wishing all who practice a blessed month, steeped in community connection, spiritual renewal, and giving back to those in need.🌙✨ With a spirit of generosity and justice, CCMW is dedicated to the empowerment, equality and equity of all Muslim women in Canada. ccmw.ca

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Canadian Council of Muslim Women

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