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Needhi Bhalla 💅🏽 @needhibhalla.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

An entire generation of faculty and students (rightfully!) fully internalized “the institution cannot love you” and institutional leaders wonder where trust went 🙄

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Jason Rasgon @vectorgen.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

As it is, as it was, as it always has been. Rule 17 people... "17. Do not have loyalty to your institution; they don’t have any for you. Never fool yourself; a tenure-track job is a mutually beneficial business arrangement. Do what is best for you" bsky.app/profile/vect...

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Tim Mosca (he/him) @drosophilosophy.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Happy 15th Birthday, Evil Genius!!! You brew a fine beer and throw a great party.

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Tim Mosca (he/him) @drosophilosophy.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

It seems like we might have some news. Cats out of the bag ...

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Tim Mosca (he/him) @drosophilosophy.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Stopped to pay my respects. The first and only place that I dissected a squid giant axon. You will be missed sincerely.

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Tim Mosca (he/him) @drosophilosophy.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

My favorite Philly Fall house is back! Makes running through Fitler Square worth it! #cityrunner

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Tim Mosca (he/him) @drosophilosophy.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

9/22/04. Oceanic Flight 815. Never forget.

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Tim Mosca (he/him) @drosophilosophy.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Oh, look. Shuffle's got jokes. Very funny, jackasses. #cityrunner

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Tim Mosca (he/him) @drosophilosophy.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Just when you think it's been quiet for a moment ...

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Tim Mosca (he/him) @drosophilosophy.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

"Excuse me, miss. Your dog just lost a shoe." is a sentence that I have never uttered before in my life until 5 minutes ago. Oh Center City on a Friday night, I ... missed you?

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Tim Mosca (he/him) @drosophilosophy.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

I am enjoying the expanding trend of flights of items other than beer. Like tonight's flight of lobster rolls. This was worth the schlep to East Falls to WBC!

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Tim Mosca (he/him) @drosophilosophy.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

If, when I teach or give a seminar, I can channel even just 20% of the ebullience of @kairyssdal.bsky.social on Fed meeting day ... then I know I will have done my own job right.

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Tim Mosca (he/him) @drosophilosophy.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

On a random note, but relevant to AI things going on, I wholly recommend watching Pantheon. It's from a couple years ago, but it's been a while since I've seen something so thought-provoking, poignant, and terrifying, all in an animated adventure of sorts. Start to finish, it is really outstanding.

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Tim Mosca (he/him) @drosophilosophy.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Let me tell you, of all the absolute bangers by Taylor Alison Swift that I have gained a VAST new appreciation for over the last 6 weeks ... nothing hits quite like that absolute boss challenging people to "Try and come for my job." Perfection. No fucking notes.

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Tim Mosca (he/him) @drosophilosophy.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

What an absolute and utter JOY it was to kick off our seminar series with @eisch.bsky.social! An absolutely amazing scientist, delightful human, and enthusiastic supporter of all things. If she's not on your seminar list, you need to put here there! Thanks for making the journey over the river. :)

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Tim Mosca (he/him) @drosophilosophy.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Welp. I didn't expect a run through southwest Philly to be a visual representation of my life. #cityrunner

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Sarah McAnulty, Ph.D. @sarahmackattack.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Attention Philadelphia! We're hosting a rally to demand that Drexel University maintain The Academy of Natural Sciences Museum open to the public. Join us on Tuesday morning at 10am in front of the academy. Please spread the word, we need all hands on deck! RSVP here: luma.com/1qwnrqz2

A dinosaur on a white background with the text SAve the academy of Natural sciences museum rally Tuesday Sept 8 10am in front of the academy 1900 ben Franklin Parkway. "Tell Drexel University "Keep the museum open!" with the logos for Philly Science Action, Skype a Scientist, and Green Philly

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Tim Mosca (he/him) @drosophilosophy.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Do the climb first, they said. It'll be great, they said. Let me be very clear. FUCK them. I guess I'm putting the labor in Labor Day.

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Tim Mosca (he/him) @drosophilosophy.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

As I was doing one of those university re-trainings and entering "n/a" in one of the response fields, I realized that my phone inherently autocorrects "n/a" to "nachos" and thought that there was nothing more on brand for me than that ...

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Tim Mosca (he/him) @drosophilosophy.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

Sometimes, you just have to take yourself out. But in a nice way - not, you know, with a sniper rifle.

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DMartin @drddom.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

OK #Neuroscience friends. I'm teaching a grad course on New Topics in Neuroscience. What are you reading these days that excites you? Students for this class have backgrounds in theoretical Neuro, math, engineering, biochem, physiology, pharmacy, & more.

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Tim Mosca (he/him) @drosophilosophy.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Who says you can't run away from your problems?! And August had a LOT of problems, let me tell you.

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Tim Mosca (he/him) @drosophilosophy.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

This was quite a surprise. What started as a little humblebrag with a (now) obscure Jeb Bush joke thrown in for gigs and shittles showed me there are still many kind people out there. Thanks for supporting my stupid gym photo, world. That's very heartwarming. You're all heartwarming.

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The New York Times @nytimes.com · 27/08/2026

Tim Curry thrived onstage and onscreen in roles that brought him widespread recognition and generations of dedicated fans. Here are some photographs from his life and career.

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Tim Curry: A Life in Pictures

Curry thrived onstage and onscreen in meaty roles that brought him widespread recognition and generations of dedicated fans.

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Tim Mosca (he/him) @drosophilosophy.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Today was a lot of fun. I did the 8.5 mile loop of Valley Forge National Park. Mt. Misery kicked my ass, but it was a nice time out in nature thinking about the next 3 lab papers. Not pictured: the small DQ blizzard I inhaled after finishing.

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Tim Mosca (he/him) @drosophilosophy.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Tiny update: Yes. It's a stupid gym photo. But I've worked very hard, lost over 30 pounds in the last year, lifted a lot, ran a lot, and now I can do 10+ (weighted) pull-ups in a session now. So ... please clap.

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Tim Mosca (he/him) @drosophilosophy.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

(And yes, I am ignoring the news about Tim Curry today because there's only so much sadness one man can be expected to absorb in a month. And I've more than surpassed my fill.)

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Tim Mosca (he/him) @drosophilosophy.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

In this world, you either die or you live long enough to become the thing you hate. I just bought two new shirts from Vineyard Vines, so I invite you to determine which one has happened.

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Tim Mosca (he/him) @drosophilosophy.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

What an utter joy this was. Thanks to my science brother @vonhofflab.bsky.social for hosting me and setting up such wonderful meetings and discussions!!

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Tim Mosca (he/him) @drosophilosophy.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Visiting our neighbors, @vonhofflab.bsky.social to the slightly southwest today for some seminar excitement! Really stoked to be here! Also, apparently, it's orientation so who knows, I might join a new extracurricular!

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Tim Mosca (he/him) @drosophilosophy.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

Invented a corn, mozzarella, and crouton soup tonight. Everything about my life is pretty much the worst ever, but this soup was pretty solid.

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Tim Mosca (he/him) @drosophilosophy.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Well, thanks Meat Ball. I'm glad somebody out there does. #cityrunner

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Tim Mosca (he/him) @drosophilosophy.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

Well, at least the humidity in my office is currently manageable! 🤦‍♂️

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Tim Mosca (he/him) @drosophilosophy.bsky.social · 09/08/2026

You know, a sidewalk has never made me sob uncontrollably before. But here we are. Happy Saturday, erebody.

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VonhoffLab @ UMBC @vonhofflab.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

Our lab published a JoVE video article covering the CaMPARI technique to study synaptic connections in developing Drosophila. Here’s a quick preview! Full video & article: hubs.ly/Q04s6ZWx0 Journal of Visualized Experiments ( #JoVE ) #neurociencia #scientificcommunication #neuroscience #UMBC

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Tim Mosca (he/him) @drosophilosophy.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

It's happening!!! Let's see if it's as good as I remember.

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Tim Mosca (he/him) @drosophilosophy.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

When the locals tell you to go to a bakery, but be warned there's a line ... you don't need to know anything else. You. Just. Fucking. Go.

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Tim Mosca (he/him) @drosophilosophy.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Contentedness, thy name is lobster roll. ;)

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Tim Mosca (he/him) @drosophilosophy.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Salt air ... and the rust on your door. I feel like if one is on the RI coast in August, you can listen to nothing other than TSwift.

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Tim Mosca (he/him) @drosophilosophy.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

Super excited to be hanging out at the mothership today! Just a little NIH seminar with some dear friends in the Drosophila Neurobiology Interest Group. :)

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Tim Mosca (he/him) @drosophilosophy.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

The Rock Creek Trail in Bethesda is outstanding! How have I never experienced this until now?! Plus, it's a weird kid on a ... dragon? Yay!

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Tim Mosca (he/him) @drosophilosophy.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Amazing invited speakers! You're in for a real treat folks ... but ONLY if you attend #Dros27 in the City of Brotherly Love, Philadelphia! February 2027!

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Tim Mosca (he/him) @drosophilosophy.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

An outstanding keynote and a luminary in the fly field! Your chance to hear him speak? It's #Dros27 in the City of Brotherly Love, Philadelphia! Coming February 2027!

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Joris de Wit @synapse-lab.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Thanks to generous support from @biologists.bsky.social, we can provide a limited number of grants to support travel and registration costs to attend the European Synapse Meeting 2026. Apply before August 27th: www.vibconferences.be/events/europ... #EUSYN2026 @vibtrainconf.bsky.social

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Tim Mosca (he/him) @drosophilosophy.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

As the fog rolls in, I roll out. My journey stateside begins, full of science, good colleagues, and maybe even a little hope for the future. Thanks again for another grand GRC in Molecular and Cellular Neurobiology!

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Tim Mosca (he/him) @drosophilosophy.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

No science posts from the GRC, per the rules, but I gotta say,the vistas are pretty fantastic.

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