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Julián Macías @julianmacias.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

Hoy se cumplen 1.000 días desde que Israel aceleró el genocidio en Palestina. El colectivo Israel Exposed ha recopilado 64.537 videos y 17.905 fotos que han publicado en la web ArchiveGenocide.com Comparte para que todo el mundo conozca la verdad.

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Israel Exposed — War Crimes Archive

Documented evidence of war crimes in Gaza and the West Bank.

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Ignacio Villaverde @wildlandfirefig.bsky.social · 28/03/2026

Los medios de Israel y afines están hablando solo de la muerte del otro periodista, y omiten el nombre y/o la foto de Fátima. No les parece oportuno andar dando publicidad de que asesinan jóvenes periodistas por la cara.

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Jose A. Jimenez-Berni @jajberni.bsky.social · 22/06/2025

@juliaenlaonda.bsky.social y @ecogallego.bsky.social ¿Qué hacemos con los pollitos en Córdoba con 43 grados y un suelo que achicharra?

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CSIC Andalucía @csicandalucia.bsky.social · 16/06/2025

Un artículo aborda las brechas y estrategias para la simulación del impacto del anegamiento en la productividad de los #cultivos | @iascsic.bsky.social El estudio alerta sobre las limitaciones de los modelos de cultivo para prever el impacto del encharcamiento en un clima cambiante t.ly/PunFL

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Jose A. Jimenez-Berni @jajberni.bsky.social · 15/06/2025

@juliaenlaonda.bsky.social y @elordenmundial.bsky.social A raíz de lo que habéis comentado sobre el programa nuclear de España o proyecto Islero: youtu.be/mgHjeN1zAro Es una historia que conocí hace muy poco y me dejó alucinado, sobre todo por el papel de EEUU en toda la historia.

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La Bomba Atómica Franquista

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Dive Into Discovery @diveintodiscovery.bsky.social · 12/04/2025

On April 12, 1955, Dr. Jonas Salk’s polio vaccine was declared safe and effective. It marked a turning point in medical history and Salk—refusing to patent it—gave his cure freely, famously saying “Could you patent the sun?” #StayCurious #Skystorians #DiveIntoDiscovery

Jonas Salk and the Ethics of the Polio Vaccine

This black-and-white photograph captures Dr. Jonas Salk in the lab, carefully examining a syringe containing the inactivated polio vaccine he developed in the early 1950s. Dressed in a crisp white lab coat and dark tie, Salk looks intently at the vial with a calm but focused demeanor, symbolizing both scientific rigor and moral clarity. The image is overlaid with powerful text that reads, “Jonas Salk chose not to patent his 1955 polio vaccine, making it more affordable for the millions of people who needed it.” Below, it continues, “As a result, he missed out on earning an estimated US$7 billion. Thank you, Dr. Salk (1914–1995).” This snapshot and caption encapsulate one of the most defining moments in 20th-century medical ethics. At the height of the polio epidemic, when fear gripped parents and iron lungs filled hospital wards, Salk’s vaccine arrived as a scientific miracle. But it was his refusal to monetize that miracle that cemented his legacy.

When asked who owned the patent, Salk famously replied, “The people. Could you patent the sun?” In an age often defined by profit and patents, this act of selflessness made him a global hero. The photograph speaks not only to the success of the vaccine itself, which slashed polio cases by 90% within a few years, but also to a moment when medical advancement was driven by a sense of responsibility rather than reward. His work helped to eradicate a disease that had once left tens of thousands of children and adults paralyzed each year. Today, Salk’s decision is studied as a benchmark in public health leadership, representing the highest ideals of scientific discovery. This image, both humble and historic, invites viewers to consider not just what we invent—but why we invent it, and for whom. Through it, Salk’s enduring message of shared humanity lives on.

The Moment the World Breathed Easier – Polio Vaccine Declared a Triumph

This historic black-and-white photograph captures a poignant moment in medical history: a nurse holding up a front-page newspaper for a polio-stricken patient in an iron lung. The bold headline reads, “Vaccine ‘Triumph’ Ends Polio Threat,” signaling to the world that the nightmare of polio was finally coming to an end. The man, partially encased in the cylindrical machine that breathes for him, gazes with quiet astonishment at the paper. This machine—a staple of polio wards in the mid-20th century—represented both life and limitation. The nurse, standing at his bedside with a proud, comforting smile, holds more than news; she holds a moment of national catharsis. Taken on April 12, 1955—the day Dr. Jonas Salk’s vaccine was officially declared “safe, effective, and potent”—the image encapsulates the mix of hope, relief, and disbelief that swept the country.

On this day, bells rang across cities, churches held special prayers, and classrooms erupted in celebration. Parents had lived in fear of a disease that paralyzed or killed thousands of children each year, with outbreaks forcing the closure of pools, parks, and even entire towns. The polio vaccine trial was the largest in U.S. history, involving over a million children—dubbed the “Polio Pioneers.” For those already battling the disease, like the man in this photo, the news was bittersweet: salvation had arrived too late for them but in time for the next generation. The image illustrates not only a medical milestone but the emotional release of a society delivered from one of its most dreaded public health crises. It marks a cultural turning point in which modern science visibly and powerfully triumphed over fear. Framed by the rigid lines of the hospital room and the soft human interaction between nurse and patient, the image immortalizes a day when hope became headline—and when science delivered on its promise to protect the vulnerable.

A Generation Shaped by Polio—And Saved from It

This touching image shows a young girl in a dress standing on crutches, gazing into a full-length mirror. The reflection shows her smiling face, but also the physical burden she bears—metal braces on her legs, a painful reminder of the lasting effects of polio. The scene is both tender and heartbreaking: her small frame is dwarfed by the mirror, yet her spirit shines through. Captured in the early 1950s, this image represents a generation of children forced to navigate formative years under the shadow of a crippling disease. Polio struck indiscriminately, often paralyzing victims overnight. It especially targeted children, robbing them of the ability to walk, play, or grow without pain. For many, wheelchairs and leg braces became as common in the home as toys. Despite the impact on mobility, polio survivors like this young girl displayed remarkable resilience. The photograph also reflects how medical interventions—while life-saving—were not always curative. Before the vaccine, care often meant managing disability, not preventing it.

This is what made Dr. Jonas Salk’s vaccine announcement on April 12, 1955, so momentous. It wasn’t just about eradicating a virus—it was about sparing millions of children from a future filled with braces, crutches, and physical therapy. This girl, peering at herself with a quiet blend of strength and innocence, could have been any child in America during the polio era. Her image is a stark contrast to the celebration that followed the vaccine’s success, and a reminder of what was at stake. Polio wasn’t a distant threat; it was a daily fear, visible on playgrounds, in classrooms, and in rehabilitation centers. This moment frozen in time reflects the emotional and physical toll of a disease now almost entirely eliminated from the globe. It also underscores why April 12 remains a powerful milestone—not just in science, but in the fight for every child’s right to a whole and healthy life.

Iron Lungs and the Frontlines of a Forgotten Epidemic

This haunting image depicts a hospital ward filled wall-to-wall with iron lungs—massive cylindrical ventilators used to keep polio patients alive when the virus paralyzed their respiratory muscles. Each child lies inside a metallic chamber, their heads exposed while the rest of their bodies remain encased. Nurses move quietly between the rows, adjusting settings, checking vital signs, and offering what little comfort they can. The scale of the scene is staggering: dozens of these life-saving machines occupy every corner, a mechanical forest born of desperation and necessity. In the pre-vaccine era, polio was one of the most feared diseases in the world. It spread swiftly, striking the healthy without warning and often leaving victims paralyzed or dependent on machines like these for survival. For patients who couldn’t breathe on their own, the iron lung was their last line of defense—a rhythmic pump that mimicked the act of breathing through negative pressure.

Introduced in the 1920s and perfected in the 1930s, iron lungs became a defining image of the polio epidemic. For many children, living inside one for weeks—or even months—was the only path to recovery. Some patients spent years in these devices, their lives reduced to the confines of a tube, surrounded by the hum of machinery and the diligent care of medical staff. This photo captures a world that once was: one where innovation struggled to keep pace with disease, and where entire wards became monuments to both human vulnerability and medical perseverance. It also highlights what was at stake on April 12, 1955, when Dr. Jonas Salk’s polio vaccine was declared safe and effective. The iron lung, once a symbol of survival, soon became obsolete. This image reminds us of the true scale of that victory—not just in lives saved, but in lives unburdened. A whole generation was spared this metallic captivity because one man believed health should never be patented

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Jose A. Jimenez-Berni @jajberni.bsky.social · 09/03/2025

Muy interesante la reflexión. Esperemos que Europa sea capaz de estar a la altura, aunque yo también soy pesimista por la deriva que está tomando la política a nivel global.

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Jose A. Jimenez-Berni @jajberni.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

Me quito el sombrero con el editorial de Héctor de Miguel. Yo también quiero luchar por un país mejor para mis hijos. ¡Mucho ánimo!

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Guillermo Fesser @guillermofesser.bsky.social · 07/02/2025

USAID, the Agency that oversees food aid, disaster relief and health programs in 120 countries with a staff of 10,000 and a budget of $40 billion has been terminated. Millions of beneficiaries are abandoned and U.S. businesses that sold goods to USAID are in limbo. Click here 👉 vimeo.com/1054591361

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ANA KATOMSKI, USAID Program Analyst. HIV/AIDS Research.

USAID, a U.S. Federal Agency that oversees projects such as food aid, disaster relief and health programs in over 120 countries with a staff of more than 10,000…

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Instituto de Agricultura Sostenible @iascsic.bsky.social · 27/01/2025

¡Buenos días! 🌿🌻 🦠🔬 🛩️🌾🌳💦 Empezamos nuestra aventura en esta plataforma ➡️ Síguenos para conocer toda la actualidad de nuestro Instituto: publicaciones científicas, noticias, novedades, eventos, proyectos, actividades de divulgación y mucho más... 👋👋 ¡Gracias por seguirnos! 👋👋 #cienciaparalagricultura

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Veritasium @veritasium.bsky.social · 28/01/2025

NEW VIDEO! How strong is super glue, really? www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ni82...

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Why Is Super Glue So Good At Gluing Skin?

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Jose A. Jimenez-Berni @jajberni.bsky.social · 28/01/2025

No sé por qué no me sorprende que la ciencia sea una víctima más de este mandado presidencial. 😞

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Jose A. Jimenez-Berni @jajberni.bsky.social · 25/01/2025

Habrá que aplicarse el cuento y comunicar un poco más nuestro trabajo y el impacto en la sociedad. ¡Propósito para este 2025!

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Julia en la Onda @juliaenlaonda.bsky.social · 25/01/2025

Charlamos con Sara García Alonso, astronauta y bióloga molecular. Es la primera española de la historia en ser designada por la Agencia Espacial Europea para formar parte del nuevo equipo de astronautas que viajará al espacio.

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Hannibal Lecter 🦋 @hannibal.bsky.social · 23/01/2025

Pronto veremos a camareros españoles de 71 años sirviendo cañas a jubilados franceses de 62.

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Arantxa @acaleb.bsky.social · 23/12/2024

Qué no te engañen con los piñones. Busca el piñón local. Aprende a diferenciarlo

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Jose A. Jimenez-Berni @jajberni.bsky.social · 21/12/2024

¡Ahí estaremos @acaleb.bsky.social y yo para echarnos unas risas! Deseando conocer a todo el equipo de @horaveintipico.bsky.social Avisa si necesitas recomendaciones gastronómicas para Héctor de Comer.

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Jorge Corrales @yosoycorra.bsky.social · 21/12/2024

Lo de Amaia en LaRevuelta el otro día fue sensacional, pero no solo por el vídeo, sino porque explica muy bien cómo funciona el proceso creativo. Seguidme en este hilo para ver de dónde salió este vídeo👇

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Jose A. Jimenez-Berni @jajberni.bsky.social · 11/12/2024

El ritmo al que estamos involucionando no deja de sorprenderme. Vaya sociedad se nos está quedando. 😢

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Cazatormentas.com @cazatormentas.bsky.social · 08/12/2024

Spherical DYffusion se trata de un nuevo modelo climático que combina #inteligenciaartificial (#IA) con datos físicos y que está marcando un antes y un después en las predicciones climáticas. Más información en el blog ➡️https://cazatormentas.com/spherical-dyffusion-ia/

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Jose A. Jimenez-Berni @jajberni.bsky.social · 25/11/2024

Grandes, @marujatorres.bsky.social con @sandrasabates.bsky.social! Cada pregunta y respuesta son pequeños tesoros. Gracias por esta entrevista en un día tan especial.

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Jose A. Jimenez-Berni @jajberni.bsky.social · 24/11/2024

@juliaenlaonda.bsky.social habéis comentado que el violeta está después del rojo y técnicamente no es así. El violeta está antes del azul. Después del rojo hay una zona de transición con el infrarrojo. Entiendo que el hecho de verlo violeta es un efecto en el ojo.

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Carmela Ríos @carmelarios.bsky.social · 21/11/2024

¡Vaya portadón!

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Jose A. Jimenez-Berni @jajberni.bsky.social · 21/11/2024

Just found a video from way back in 2006, during our early days using drones for agricultural science research at @csic.es #IAS-CSIC. This one was a real beast of a machine! While we never quite managed to fly it, the learning experience was invaluable.

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Jose A. Jimenez-Berni @jajberni.bsky.social · 21/11/2024

¿Pero en manos de quién estamos? Si los máximos responsables de las emergencias no son capaces ni de mantener una videoconferencia, imagina el resto. Casi prefiero que sea premeditado. Sí es fuerte, sí.

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CSIC @csic.es · 20/11/2024

“Ya podemos explorar cualquier mar del planeta”: a bordo del ‘Odón de Buen’, del IEO-CSIC (@ieo-oceanografia.bsky.social) el mayor barco científico de España. El buque insignia de la flota oceanográfica podrá explorar las zonas más profundas y desconocidas del océano. elpais.com/ciencia/2024...

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“Ya podemos explorar cualquier mar del planeta”: a bordo del ‘Odón de Buen’, el mayor barco científico de España

El buque insignia de la flota oceanográfica podrá explorar las zonas más profundas y desconocidas del océano, y colaborar en su conservación

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Arantxa @acaleb.bsky.social · 20/11/2024

¿En base a qué se eligen los países donde se celebran las COP? Sí ya, países petroleros, pero, la justificación oficial,¿Cuál es? La represión a activistas climáticos en Azerbaiyán en el siguiente artículo de @climatica climatica.coop/donde-estan-...

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¿Dónde están los activistas climáticos en la COP29? "Están en prisión o fuera del país" - Climática, el medio especializado en clima y biodiversidad

El relator de la ONU para los defensores ambientales, Michel Forst, denuncia el “clima de miedo” a causa de la represión de Azerbaiyán sobre las voces críticas.

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Jose A. Jimenez-Berni @jajberni.bsky.social · 20/11/2024

Me ha encantado la editorial de @marujatorres.bsky.social sobre Bluesky hoy en el @hoyporhoy.bsky.social. Casi me atraganto con el café con lo de "La red maligna del Elon Masculado". 😂 Como dices, ojalá nos dure y el buen ambiente se mantenga por mucho tiempo. 🦋

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Curiosity @mcuriosity.bsky.social · 19/11/2024

Image of Apollo 11 and 12 taken by India's Moon orbiter. Disapproving Moon landing deniers

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CSIC @csic.es · 19/11/2024

🌿 Desvelan el papel del pH para activar mecanismos de resistencia de las plantas a la falta de nutrientes 🦠Un estudio del CSIC (@elcsic.bsky.social) muestra que la señalización del pH activa la respuesta celular ante la falta de potasio asociada a la agricultura intensiva ➡️ tiny.cc/bu3wzz

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Jose A. Jimenez-Berni @jajberni.bsky.social · 18/11/2024

I finally understood what makes some phone screens almost unbreakable. Great video! I had the idea that it would be some sort of plastic material, but the fact is a lot more interesting. Welcome to Bluesky mate!

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Jose A. Jimenez-Berni @jajberni.bsky.social · 18/11/2024

Hoy tengo la suerte de participar en el XII Curso Especialización en Frutos Secos 2024 organizado por #IFAPA en Granada para hablar de cámaras en cosas que vuelan y cómo usamos sensores en #almendro y otros cultivos.

Julius Neubronner's tiny cameras strapped to homing pigeons.
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Jose A. Jimenez-Berni @jajberni.bsky.social · 18/11/2024

Tras unos meses desenganchado de redes sociales, he decidido darle una oportunidad a @bsky.app e ir poco a poco publicando cositas de ciencia y mi trabajo en el @elcsic.bsky.social Por ahora las impresiones son muy buenas, como en los mejores tiempos de Twitter ✌️

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CSIC @csic.es · 15/11/2024

El CSIC elabora un visor de acceso abierto que permite comparar el barranco del Poyo antes y después de la riada de Valencia. La plataforma, desarrollada por el ICMAN, es de acceso abierto y está disponible para el público y expertos: ➡️ bit.ly/40NlEh6

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