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The National Association of Biology Teachers (NABT) is the “leader in life science education.”

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National Association of Biology Teacher @nabtbio.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
Have people stopped trusting science? The data tell a surprising story www.nature.com/articles/d41...
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Have people stopped trusting science? The data tell a surprising story
Some say there’s a global crisis of trust — but research reveals where the real problems lie.
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National Association of Biology Teacher @nabtbio.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
Oo oo, ha ha: why humans and great apes giggle alike when tickled www.nature.com/articles/d41...
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Oo oo, ha ha: why humans and great apes giggle alike when tickled
The rhythmic patterns of laughter found in apes and humans reveal that complex primate vocal control might have started evolving 15 million years ago.
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National Association of Biology Teacher @nabtbio.bsky.social · 05/06/2026
Bees just did something no other insect has been shown to do | Science | AAAS www.science.org/content/arti...
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Bees just did something no other insect has been shown to do
Like humans, bumble bees can plan ahead when working through a problem, even pausing to consider the solution
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National Association of Biology Teacher @nabtbio.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
Poor supervision is pushing young researchers out of academia www.nature.com/articles/d41...
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Poor supervision is pushing young researchers out of academia
A survey finds that academic supervisors can have a huge impact on their students’ mental health.
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National Association of Biology Teacher @nabtbio.bsky.social · 29/05/2026
Why the Ebola and Hantavirus Outbreaks Have Confounded Scientists www.nytimes.com/2026/05/27/s...
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Why the Ebola and Hantavirus Outbreaks Have Confounded Scientists
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National Association of Biology Teacher @nabtbio.bsky.social · 29/05/2026
One-and-Done Heart Disease Prevention? Scientists Show It May Be Possible. www.nytimes.com/2026/05/25/h...
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One-and-Done Heart Disease Prevention? Scientists Show It May Be Possible.
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National Association of Biology Teacher @nabtbio.bsky.social · 26/05/2026
Stress impairs your brain’s ability to link memories — dampening insight www.nature.com/articles/d41...
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Stress impairs your brain’s ability to link memories — dampening insight
Imaging suggests why the ability to make inferences declines after an episode of acute stress, such as a job interview.
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National Association of Biology Teacher @nabtbio.bsky.social · 15/05/2026
Genetic survey exposes flaws in widely used mouse models www.nature.com/articles/d41...
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Genetic survey exposes flaws in widely used mouse models
A survey of more than 300 mouse strains has found widespread discrepancies between how mutant mice are reported and their actual genetic make-up.
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National Association of Biology Teacher @nabtbio.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
April is Citizen Science Month! Help Achieve 2.5 Million Acts of Science! Showcase your participation! Use #ActsofScience and tag @SciStarter
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National Association of Biology Teacher @nabtbio.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
Conference Session Submission Window Closes Today! Don't let the chance to propose a conference session pass you by! Find more information at nabt.org/Events-2026-Conference
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National Association of Biology Teacher @nabtbio.bsky.social · 07/04/2026
Together for health. Stand with science. WHO unites and mobilizes the world to highlight the role of science-led innovations improving One Health-the interconnected and coordinated health of humans, plants, animals, and the environment. #WorldHealthDay #StandWithScience
Together for Health
Stand with Science
World Health Day
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National Association of Biology Teacher @nabtbio.bsky.social · 07/04/2026
Last Call! Community of Practice - Teaching to Lead Series Theme: Empowerment: Students & Faculty as Agents of Change Date: Wednesday, April 8, 2026 Time: 6:00 pm ET / 5:00 pm CT / 4:00 pm MT / 3:00 pm PT Format: Zoom Webinar
Last Call! Register Now! Live Webinar
Community of Practice – Teaching to Lead Series

Pre-read Required:
A pre-read article from the ABT Journal will be sent with your registration confirmation.
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National Association of Biology Teacher @nabtbio.bsky.social · 05/04/2026
Conference Session Submission Window Extended! Open to Wednesday, April 8, 2026! Don't let the chance to propose a conference session pass you by!  Find more information at nabt.org/Events-2026-Conference
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National Association of Biology Teacher @nabtbio.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
Conference Session Submission Window Extended! Open to Wednesday, April 8, 2026! Don't let the chance to propose a conference session pass you by!
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National Association of Biology Teacher @nabtbio.bsky.social · 30/03/2026
Motherhood derails women’s academic careers — these data reveal how and why www.nature.com/articles/d41...
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Motherhood derails women’s academic careers — these data reveal how and why
Mothers in academia take on considerably more childcare-related responsibilities than do fathers.
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National Association of Biology Teacher @nabtbio.bsky.social · 30/03/2026
Conference Session Submission Window Extended! Open to Wednesday, April 8, 2026! Don't let the chance to propose a conference session pass you by!  Find more information at nabt.org/Events-2026-Conference
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National Association of Biology Teacher @nabtbio.bsky.social · 27/03/2026
Carl Zimmer: How to Turn a Chicken Egg Into a Drug Factory www.nytimes.com/2026/03/26/s...
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How to Turn a Chicken Egg Into a Drug Factory
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National Association of Biology Teacher @nabtbio.bsky.social · 27/03/2026
Humans Had Dogs Before They Had Farming, Ancient DNA Confirms www.nytimes.com/2026/03/25/s...
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Humans Had Dogs Before They Had Farming, Ancient DNA Confirms
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National Association of Biology Teacher @nabtbio.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
Conference Session Submission Window Closing April 1, 2026! Don't let the chance to propose a conference session pass you by!  Find more information at nabt.org/Events-2026-Conference
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National Association of Biology Teacher @nabtbio.bsky.social · 21/03/2026
Good sleep hygiene is necessary for brain health! We spend one-third of our lives sleeping, so it’s crucial to understand how it impacts the brain and how we function. @brainawarenessweek #BrainAwarenessWeek #BrainWeek
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National Association of Biology Teacher @nabtbio.bsky.social · 19/03/2026
Have you heard people identify as left-brained or right-brained? It’s a common myth that people’s personalities are tied to a dominant side of their brain, but the truth isn’t that simple. @brainawarenessweek #BrainAwarenessWeek #BrainWeek
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National Association of Biology Teacher @nabtbio.bsky.social · 19/03/2026
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Hundreds of hungry mosquitoes, a student volunteer and a mesh suit helped us figure out how these deadly insects reach their targets
Analyzing 20 million recorded mosquito flight paths revealed the mathematical rules behind how these tiny predators move and zero in on their human targets.
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National Association of Biology Teacher @nabtbio.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
Why Some Birds Seem to Be Developing a Cigarette Habit www.nytimes.com/2026/03/18/s...
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Why Some Birds Seem to Be Developing a Cigarette Habit
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National Association of Biology Teacher @nabtbio.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
One popular topic in neuroscience news right now is brain organoids! These lab-grown models are a powerful new tool for advancing neuroscience, understanding how the brain develops, and addressing societal questions about neuroscience.  @brainawarenessweek #BrainAwarenessWeek #BrainWeek
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National Association of Biology Teacher @nabtbio.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
Conference Session Submission Window Closing April 1, 2026! Don't let the chance to propose a conference session pass you by!  Find more information at nabt.org/Events-2026-Conference
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National Association of Biology Teacher @nabtbio.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
Spaceflight Started 100 Years Ago in a Massachusetts Cabbage Patch www.nytimes.com/2026/03/16/s...
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Spaceflight Started 100 Years Ago in a Massachusetts Cabbage Patch
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National Association of Biology Teacher @nabtbio.bsky.social · 16/03/2026
Mark your calendars for #BrainAwarenessWeek 2026! Whether you’re a science enthusiast, student, or just curious, this is your chance to connect with neuroscience. For information on #BrainWeek, visit dana.org/brain-awareness-week. @brainawarenessweek. 🧠 🎉 #BrainAwarenessWeek
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National Association of Biology Teacher @nabtbio.bsky.social · 15/03/2026
Due Today!!! NABT Awards Nominations for excellence in biology and life science education, leadership, and service to the profession. Nominate a deserving colleague—or yourself
Calendar of the Month of March with a star on March 15th
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National Association of Biology Teacher @nabtbio.bsky.social · 14/03/2026
Happy Pi Day! How many digits of Pi do you know?  What are your favorite pie varieties?
Image of baked pies with the phrase "Happy Pi Day" and the symbol for Pi.
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National Association of Biology Teacher @nabtbio.bsky.social · 13/03/2026
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Column | For eons, the Earth has been talking to us. New technology allows us to listen.
New technology enables us to perceive sounds beyond human hearing range, allowing a new perspective on our place on the planet.
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National Association of Biology Teacher @nabtbio.bsky.social · 13/03/2026
In Criminal Cases, Moss Is Often Underfoot and Overlooked www.nytimes.com/2026/03/12/s...
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In Criminal Cases, Moss Is Often Underfoot and Overlooked
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National Association of Biology Teacher @nabtbio.bsky.social · 12/03/2026
Nominations for several NABT Awards are due on Sunday, March 15th! These awards recognize excellence in biology and life science education, leadership, and service to the profession. We encourage you to take a few minutes to nominate a deserving colleague—or yourself
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National Association of Biology Teacher @nabtbio.bsky.social · 11/03/2026
Why Falling Cats Always Seem to Land on Their Feet www.nytimes.com/2026/03/11/s...
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Why Falling Cats Always Seem to Land on Their Feet
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National Association of Biology Teacher @nabtbio.bsky.social · 09/03/2026
Climate change is speeding up — the pace nearly doubled in ten years www.nature.com/articles/d41...
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Climate change is speeding up — the pace nearly doubled in ten years
Earth is now warming at a rate of around 0.35 ºC per decade, fresh analysis finds.
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National Association of Biology Teacher @nabtbio.bsky.social · 08/03/2026
Announcing HHMI BioInteractive’s Summer and Fall 2026 Faculty Online Learning Communities For Full- or part-time high school or college educators teaching life & environmental sciences (U.S. & Canada) Reservations close March 23 at 11:59 PM PT.
Announcing 
HHMI BioInteractive’s Summer and Fall 2026 Faculty Online Learning Communities
Are you a life or environmental science instructor at a two- or four-year college or high school in the US or Canada? 

re you looking to connect with colleagues working in a similar teaching context? 

Join one of BioInteractive's free Faculty Online Learning Communities!
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National Association of Biology Teacher @nabtbio.bsky.social · 05/03/2026
Join us in our Community of Practice - Teaching to Lead Series Theme: Empowerment: Students & Faculty as Agents of Change Date: Wednesday, April 8, 2026 Time: 6:00 pm ET / 5:00 pm CT / 4:00 pm MT / 3:00 pm PT Format: Zoom Webinar
Join Us! Live Webinar
Community of Practice – Teaching to Lead Series

Pre-read Required:
A pre-read article from the ABT Journal will be sent with your registration confirmation.
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National Association of Biology Teacher @nabtbio.bsky.social · 04/03/2026
Chimpanzees Are Really Into Crystals www.nytimes.com/2026/03/04/s...
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Chimpanzees Are Really Into Crystals
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National Association of Biology Teacher @nabtbio.bsky.social · 03/03/2026
Nominate a colleague for an NABT Award! nabt.org/Awards-NABT-Award-Nominati…
NABT Nominations Open
Due By
March 1 - OBTA
March 15 - Program
May 1 - Section

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National Association of Biology Teacher @nabtbio.bsky.social · 28/02/2026
Rare Disease Day brings awareness and education about rare diseases and the suffering they cause.  #RareDiseaseDayUSA
Rare Disease Day
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Rare Disease Day is dedicated to advocating for those living with rare conditions and their families. With millions affected worldwide, this day serves as a reminder of the importance of medical research, early diagnosis, and equitable healthcare. Let’s come together to spread awareness and show support for those facing these unique challenges.
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National Association of Biology Teacher @nabtbio.bsky.social · 28/02/2026
Birds Aren’t Just Declining. They’re Declining Faster, a New Study Finds. www.nytimes.com/2026/02/26/c...
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Birds Aren’t Just Declining. They’re Declining Faster, a New Study Finds.
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National Association of Biology Teacher @nabtbio.bsky.social · 26/02/2026
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Neanderthal males and human females had babies together, ancient DNA reveals
When ancient humans mated, dad was a Neanderthal, mom was Homo sapiens.
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National Association of Biology Teacher @nabtbio.bsky.social · 25/02/2026
Hoping for a Lively Spring? Welcome the Woodpeckers. www.nytimes.com/2026/02/24/r...
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Hoping for a Lively Spring? Welcome the Woodpeckers.
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National Association of Biology Teacher @nabtbio.bsky.social · 23/02/2026
The Rise of Eyes Began With Just One www.nytimes.com/2026/02/23/s...
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The Rise of Eyes Began With Just One
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National Association of Biology Teacher @nabtbio.bsky.social · 20/02/2026
It's National Love Your Pet Day! Share your favorite photos of your pets with us!
On an orange background, "National Love your Pet Day; 20 February; Share pet photos with us!" with a cartoon image of a girl hugging her dog.
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National Association of Biology Teacher @nabtbio.bsky.social · 19/02/2026
Will self-driving ‘robot labs’ replace biologists? Paper sparks debate www.nature.com/articles/d41...
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Will self-driving ‘robot labs’ replace biologists? Paper sparks debate
AI-driven autonomous robots are coming to biology laboratories, but researchers insist that human skills remain essential.
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National Association of Biology Teacher @nabtbio.bsky.social · 18/02/2026
Happy Pluto Day! Our favorite Dwarf Plant to discuss.
Happy Pluto Day.
Officially a Dwarf Planet.
An Image of Pluto on a dark background.
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National Association of Biology Teacher @nabtbio.bsky.social · 16/02/2026
Image of Former President George Washington on a blue background with two american flags with the phrase Happy President's Day, Feb 16
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National Association of Biology Teacher @nabtbio.bsky.social · 14/02/2026
It's the Great Backyard Bird Count! Feb 13-16, 2026 Spend time in your favorite places watching birds! Identify & count them, then submit your counts using eBird or Merlin to help scientists understand and better protect birds. www.birdcount.org/participate
Join the Great Backyard Bird Count Feb 13-16, 2026. Image of a blue bird flying away from a blue bird box while a second blue bird sticks its head out of the box with a worm in its mouth.
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National Association of Biology Teacher @nabtbio.bsky.social · 14/02/2026
Happy Valentine's Day from NABT
Image of an envelope with the message 'will you be an NABT valentine?' comping out. three cartoon erlynmeyer flasks in the top right corner with hearts and a monocular microscope in the bottom left.
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National Association of Biology Teacher @nabtbio.bsky.social · 13/02/2026
My COAST is a professional development opportunity to improve K-12 teacher understanding, interest, content knowledge, and pedagogical practices related to coastal areas most threatened by our changing climate. Apply by February 27th! tinyurl.com/MyCOAST-TX
My COAST: Climate-Oriented Authentic Science Teaching Flyer with images around the edges. Hosted in Galveston, TX April 19-22, 2026 in partnership with NCSE and Texas A&M. QR code linking to application.
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