iiinova — where your digital self keeps evolving

Sara Eftekhari @sara-eftekhari.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Plant child acquired. It's kind of enjoyable fussing and caring for another living thing in my household. Feeling like a parent insisting on a coat as I place this photosynthesising child in full bright sunlight. Apparently I need to treat it like a tomato plant. So here I go. #Sarracenia

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Sara Eftekhari @sara-eftekhari.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Status report: Things don't magically solve themselves when you reach goals you've been desperately swimming for, but they do get better. Things are better. Foot on the bottom rung of the ladder. Up and up this mountain.

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Sara Eftekhari @sara-eftekhari.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Also, who was going to tell me mid-market homes are a thing!? And that private student accommodations sometimes let studios to professionals (non-students) and those studios aren't owned by them, just managed on behalf of a mysterious landlord they're tight lipped about. #adulting

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Sara Eftekhari @sara-eftekhari.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

When you discover automatic repeating table headers, AFTER having adjusted a bajillion tables manually for your dissertation. I am glad. That this Word feature exists. The universe really is full of wonderful unknown things. I just REALLY wish I knew about this sooner. My soul weeps. #unitips

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Lisa DeBruine @debruine.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

This article has reconfirmed my opinion that questions about sex/gender/sexuality in behavioural science should be justified to ethics committees by explaining how they are essential to the research, omitted if they aren’t, and their use explained to participants.

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Sara Eftekhari @sara-eftekhari.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

The Monday to Friday, 09:00 to 17:00 is everything I've dreamed of. It's nuts that I can go home and not think about work. And, I earn money. Enough to save a good amount. What is this baffling reality I've entered. So bizarre. I'm freeeeeee. #adulting

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Sara Eftekhari @sara-eftekhari.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

Pro tip for moving: use a pair of gardening gloves, to protect your hands when moving lots of boxes.

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Sara Eftekhari @sara-eftekhari.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

Nothing nicer than laying to rest impending tasks that have been haunting you for weeks. Slain at my feet, you foul spectres! Nyehehehehe

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Sara Eftekhari @sara-eftekhari.bsky.social · 05/07/2026

Turns out that temp agencies are the way to go when trying to get your foot through the door. Found a temp job. Buys me time and some much needed income. Hopefully next will be a permanent role, and then... saving enough for a mortgage? I so got this. Someone give me a sticker! #adulting

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Sara Eftekhari @sara-eftekhari.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

Had an interview yesterday. Afterwards felt the usual rigamarole of nerves, anticipation, and the vulnerability of hope. Listening to some heavy metal/punk rock music helped burn off the excess adrenaline. All hail Last Resort by Papa Roach, a classic.

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Sara Eftekhari @sara-eftekhari.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

A gift from a friend! Made from air dry clay, acrylic paint, matt varnish, and an awesome creative mind. Gonna name the frog Lily. Felt appropriately themed.

A small, green yellow and purple frog with large eyes, made of clay, sits on a white windowsill, framed by an open window, and seen over the rim of a laptop lid.

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lukas-fock.bsky.social @lukas-fock.bsky.social · 24/05/2026

"Theories can make more or less correct assumptions and can provide a more or less complete description of a phenomenon. [...] as scientists, our concern should not be whether or not we are under illusion, but to what extent our beliefs mismatch reality." Very interesting and concise pre-print!

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Sara Eftekhari @sara-eftekhari.bsky.social · 16/05/2026

Job hunting mood of today: at peace with myself and the universe. I got a plan for what to do if I don't find a full-time job in Glasgow by July, so failure is not so scary anymore. Begone, Sword of Damocles! Now, unto seducing an organisation with a defined pension scheme into hiring me ᕕ( ᐛ )ᕗ

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Sara Eftekhari @sara-eftekhari.bsky.social · 16/05/2026

Behold, my work companion; the seagull nesting on the mossy roof my window looks out into.

A seagull nesting on a mossy rooftop, bathed in sunlight. The background features a tall building with grey beams and pinkish panels. The scene is bright.

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Don Lynam @drlynam.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

We also argue that treating Open Science as merely one more “content area” to squeeze into graduate curricula is a category mistake. Transparency is to science what food safety is to culinary training: foundational hygiene, not an elective specialization. 5/8

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Sara Eftekhari @sara-eftekhari.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

As someone who did several courses and a dissertation on Psychometrics, there is a dry irony to having to sit through aptitude and reasoning tests, as well as gamified assessments during job hunting. So here I am reading the scientific article on a gamified assessment for a grad scheme 😂

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Sara Eftekhari @sara-eftekhari.bsky.social · 29/04/2026

Decided to make a "Job Applications Counter" with milestones set at 10, 15, 20, 30, etc. as a way of reframing things like farming quest points in a game. I'm making progress, regardless of whatever the outcome is. Whatever happens, this is proof of my fighting spirit.

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Phil McAleer @philmcaleer.bsky.social · 06/05/2025

I speak to a lot of undergraduate students who are interested in postgraduate study but don’t know where to start. This reminds me of myself & so I wanted to write “something” that would give people an idea of things to ask. Hope it helps: philmcaleer.github.io/thinkingmast... #EduSky #HigherEd

philmcaleer.github.io

Thinking about a Masters but not sure what to ask

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Sara Eftekhari @sara-eftekhari.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

And that's me done with my degree. Final assignment submitted.

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Sara Eftekhari @sara-eftekhari.bsky.social · 20/04/2026

In other news, I'm enjoying how muscular my body is slowly becoming. Nice to see indisputable results of my efforts, unlike the other nebulous aspects of my life.

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Sara Eftekhari @sara-eftekhari.bsky.social · 20/04/2026

Job hunting mood of today: we keep on persisting!

A cat with teary eyes gives a thumbs-up against a black background, conveying a humorous tone.

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Sara Eftekhari @sara-eftekhari.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

I took a lunch break and stumbled across a TwoSet Violin opera video that introduced me to this gem (Queen of the Night aria): youtu.be/YuBeBjqKSGQ?... I'd heard clips of this before, but hadn't seen the entire aria on its own. Dear heavens, Diana Damrau. You icon! My goodness, indeed 👏👏👏👏

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The Magic Flute – Queen of the Night aria (Mozart; Diana Damrau, The Royal Opera)

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Sara Eftekhari @sara-eftekhari.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

Running is such a nice way to give your demons a tangible form that you can physically work through. It's a concrete reminder, every time, that I AM persistent, I CAN do this; I HAVE, I AM, and WILL do this. I'm finding genuine peace with myself, and a growing trust in my ability and capacity.

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Sara Eftekhari @sara-eftekhari.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

Job hunting is like fishing. You throw bait out there and hope something bites. And you keep trying to make your bait (CV and personal statement) as appealing as possible. If something bites, you hold your breath as you try to reel it in very carefully, very aware of previous close misses.

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Sara Eftekhari @sara-eftekhari.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

A montage of me applying for jobs as my undergraduate degree finishes and my bank account looks at me expectantly whilst holding our metaphorical wailing infant in its arms.

Illustration of Batman in a blue chair typing on a keyboard. The words "KLIK KLAK" indicate typing sounds, creating a busy atmosphere. A metaphor for me applying for jobs.

A simplistic drawing of a small, tired-looking creature giving a thumbs-up. Above it, text reads "lets keep going," conveying determination. When job hunting, one must persist.

Comic-style image of a red background with bold, handwritten text inside a jagged speech-bubble saying, "Fuck it! I will thrive, regardless." A teary-eyed but determined-looking figure is illustrated sprawled below, conveying resilience and defiance. This is me dealing with yet another politely-worded rejection from a job I've applied for.

A knight in dark armor stands by a castle, holding a sword. Text overlay reads, "Lore Update: The Suffering Continues," conveying a humorous tone of a video-game protagonist on a quest.

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Sara Eftekhari @sara-eftekhari.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

Nothing like a nice track session with #GlasgowFrontrunners to lift the mood. The birds are chirping, the sky is still light, and I'm on a runner's high. Life is good!

Me smiling whilst taking a selfie on a narrow path between a brick wall and a fence, with trees and a cloudy sky in the background, conveying a cheerful mood.

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Sara Eftekhari @sara-eftekhari.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

I love stumbling across #murals in #Glasgow. Makes the place feel like a secret adventure. Makes me want to whimsically explore. I wonder if the city ever fixes some of the murals that have been graffitied over. Happened to the poor old Kingfisher mural by the canals.

Large mural on building depicts a person with red hair and ornate clothing, holding a candle in one hand and a cocktail in the other hand. The person is wearing lots of large statement-piece jewellery and accessories. The colour palette encompasses lots of reds, blacks, whites, and browns in the mural. A tree partially obscures the artwork, adding texture. The scene feels bold and artistic.

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Sara Eftekhari @sara-eftekhari.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

𝗔𝗻𝗼𝗻𝘆𝗺𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗢𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗦𝘂𝗿𝘃𝗲𝘆 | 𝟮𝟬–𝟯𝟬 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝘂𝘁𝗲𝘀 | 𝟮 𝗦𝗢𝗡𝗔 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗶𝘁𝘀 #psychology #openscience #UofG How Common Empathy Questionnaires Define and Operationalise Empathy 𝗣𝗿𝗲-𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: osf.io/3zyd6/overview 𝗪𝗵𝗼? • UK‐based university student • Aged 18 or over • Native- or bilingual‐level English speaker

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Sara Eftekhari @sara-eftekhari.bsky.social · 05/11/2025

First visit to By Chance! Excited to try out the different flavours 😆 The shop is so pretty!

Eclectic cafe interior with colorful murals on the ceiling and various items like plants, art, and decor pieces on wooden shelves. Cozy and vibrant atmosphere.

Cozy teashop corner with a wooden table and chairs, colorful cushions on a bench by a large window. Outside, a rainy street with vibrant murals. Warm ambiance.

Me wearing glasses and a mustard sweater smiling in a cozy teashop. The interior features woven chairs, colorful decorations, and warm lighting, creating a welcoming atmosphere.

Two bubble tea cups with scribbled art of people on the labels and red heart-shaped toppers on a wooden table. Wrapped straws, Werther’s Original, and Hi-Chew candies are nearby.

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Sara Eftekhari @sara-eftekhari.bsky.social · 27/10/2025

'Tis a week of major deadlines 🫠 Now would be a good time for a fae entity to kidnap me and keep me as an ambassador for humans.

Meme of a dog with a mischievous grin looking upwards, set against a fiery, flame-filled background, creating a humorous and dramatic effect.

Meme of a white and grey cat standing wide-eyed with its mouth open, surrounded by repeated "A" letters in the background, conveying a humorous, internal-screaming expression.

Meme of a black cat sitting facing the corner of a room, creating a humorous and melodramatic tone. Below, the caption reads "[SOBBING]" in brackets.

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Sara Eftekhari @sara-eftekhari.bsky.social · 27/10/2025

I read Volpato et al. (2025; doi.org/10.1016/j.ch...) for an assignment, and out of curiosity I looked up the author. Turns out they're from my University, which is a fun coincidence. Then I find my dissertation supervisor (Prof DeBruine) listed as an author too! What a small world 😂

Meme of Leonardo DiCaprio pointing. Based on a screenshot of the 2019 film Once Upon a Time in Hollywood; used to express excited recognition.

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Sara Eftekhari @sara-eftekhari.bsky.social · 04/08/2025

Sighthill Park and Cemetery are so pretty~

Dappled sunlight filtering through deciduous trees in Sighthill Cemetery, with gravestones dotted around lush grass

Trees, flowering bushes, gravestones and verdant greenery of Sighthill Cemetery under a clear sky

Sighthill Community Campus garden, with benches and dappled sunlight filtering through white-barked trees, with lush ferns and vegetation under the trees

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Sara Eftekhari @sara-eftekhari.bsky.social · 04/08/2025

Shout-out to the kids at GSC Auldhouse Foundation's Hope Camp for their epic clay artistry! This is what we're doing the community consultation for - for the GSC Community Hub to provide more opportunities like this.

Play-dough clay creations made-up of a white rabbit with a carrot, a chocolate cake with a strawberry on top and a brown haired person with blue torso. All made neatly and with great attention to detail.

Play-dough clay creations made-up of a pink pig's head, a strawberry and a green-shelled smiling snail. All made neatly and with great attention to detail.

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Sara Eftekhari @sara-eftekhari.bsky.social · 04/08/2025

🎵Far over the misty mountains cold 🎶 🎵To dungeons deep and caverns old 🎶 🎵We must away, ere break of day 🎶 🎵To seek our pale enchanted gold 🎶 Ahh the Highlands! The land of mist, midges and mountains

A hill of misty coniferous forest in the background, and a campsite in the foreground with a car park, tents and grassy lawn

Misty coniferous forest and camping site in the background and Sara Eftekhari smiling wearing a red waterproof jacket in the foreground.

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Dr Madeleine Pownall @maddipow.bsky.social · 02/07/2025

"Science is not, and has never been, a neutral endeavour... the notion that researchers can or should cleanse themselves of bias is untenable, potentially intellectually dishonest, and ethically fraught." New preprint with the (brilliant) Sarahanne Field #Metascience2025 osf.io/preprints/os...

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Daniel Lakens @lakens.bsky.social · 26/06/2025

And yes, also strong theories will come with meta-data in the future that researcher can link to. See this paper bsky.app/profile/cjva...

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Daniel Lakens @lakens.bsky.social · 26/06/2025

That is a lovely designed badge, but badges have been one of the clearer failures in science reform, so let's please not even joke about making more of them. Instead, let's follow Psychological Science and get rid of them all and replace them with clear meta-data (link to prereg, data, etc).

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Lennart Nacke, PhD @lennartnacke.com · 16/06/2025

What derails most researchers: • Choosing problems too broad or too narrow • Starting with personal curiosity alone • Ignoring industry/funding realities • Forgetting the "So, what?" test • Stopping at gap identification Avoid these traps.

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Lennart Nacke, PhD @lennartnacke.com · 16/06/2025

3 critical insights: Industry pain + funding interest = sustainable research Validate from the bottom up. Real problems create friction people will pay to solve. Focus on friction. When theory meets reality, innovation happens. Hunt contradictions.

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Lennart Nacke, PhD @lennartnacke.com · 16/06/2025

Develop your research questions by finding the micro problem based on: • Friction (what's not working?) • Contradiction (what doesn't make sense?) • Industry conviction (what needs solving?) THIS is where innovation happens.

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Lennart Nacke, PhD @lennartnacke.com · 16/06/2025

Finding a gap in literature ≠ Finding a research problem 90% of identified "gaps" are worthless Most gaps exist for good reasons Industry doesn't care about academic gaps Funders want solutions, not gap-filling You need a better approach.

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Lennart Nacke, PhD @lennartnacke.com · 17/06/2025

I've written 200+ academic papers in my career. In each one, I considered—and often used—an em dash strategically. Now more people are giving papers sh*t for this ONE ridiculous reason: Em dashes signal AI-generated text. This is nonsense. Here's why: #academicsky #ai #phdsky #acwri

Why em dashes are important in academic writing.

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ithinkwellhugh.bsky.social @ithinkwellhugh.bsky.social · 17/06/2025

Theory and practice combined. Nothing works and nobody knows why. #PhDchat #ECRchat #postdoc

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Daniel Lakens @lakens.bsky.social · 17/06/2025

Very excited to publicly share news about a new tool, Papercheck, that @debruine.bsky.social and me started to develop more than a year ago! In an introductory blog post, we explain our philosophy to automatically check scientific papers for best practices. daniellakens.blogspot.com/2025/06/intr...

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Introducing Papercheck

Introducing Papercheck Introducing Papercheck An Automated Tool to Check for Best Practices in Scientifi...

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Sara Eftekhari @sara-eftekhari.bsky.social · 16/06/2025

Interesting read. Favourite quote: "Because when we remove unnecessary hurdles, we make space for better research." This is the spirit of metascience. Liked the step-by-step of how to produce tools with a product design approach, emphasising feedback loops & market/consumer research.

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Sara Eftekhari @sara-eftekhari.bsky.social · 16/06/2025

Went to the "Working Mindfully with Data: Equality, Diversity & Inclusion in Epi & Stats" organised by Dr Sharon Greenwood on Tuesday, 10th June. Wonderful event! Lots of new insight to use for my Community Consultation internship with GSC Auldhouse. Thank you to the speakers for their wisdom :)

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Sara Eftekhari @sara-eftekhari.bsky.social · 10/06/2025

🧠 Psychology student? 💭 Wondering if your data skills are career-ready? 💰 Want to earn a £25 voucher? Join our event! tinyurl.com/employpsych 🎤 Employability Talk + Q&A Session! 🔍 Data Skills Challenge! 📍 Location: Boyd Orr Building, Room 517 📅 Date: Monday 16th June ⏰ Time: 12:00-15:00

🧠 Psychology student?
💭 Wondering if your data skills are career-ready?
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Join our event!
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🎤 Employability Talk + Q&A Session!
Hear directly from researchers in the “Developing Data Skills for Reproducible Science” project. Learn how they built their data skills, how those skills shaped their careers, and get your questions answered.

🔍 Data Skills Challenge!
Put your research methods training to the test with real-world tasks inspired by Psychology careers. Reflect on your strengths and areas for growth while contributing to a current UofG study on data skills development.

📍 Location: Boyd Orr Building, Room 517
📅 Date: Monday 16th June ⏰ Time: 12:00-15:00
💻 Bring your laptop and use your preferred stats software
🍪 Snacks and refreshments in common room

Open to BPS-accredited Psychology students who've completed at least 2 years of research methods training in their undergrad or 1 semester of an MSc conversion degree.

Challenge yourself. Learn from experts. Get career-ready.

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