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Theodore S. Dibble @ted-dibble.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

What's the deal with this new logo?

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Elizabeth Jacobs, PhD @elizabethjacobs.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Welp, there it is. The CDC is now officially manipulating data and their count of measles deaths in 2026 now stands at ZERO. My understanding of reportable diseases is that the CDC would usually use a state health department’s determination as the final say. The new CDC Director is failing us.

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The CDC left two measles-associated Pa. deaths out of its latest count after RFK Jr. sparred with Gov. Shapiro

HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has accused Pennsylvania of not cooperating with the CDC in its handling of a measles outbreak.

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Judd Legum @juddlegum.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

🚨 BEWARE of VoteSafe.org 🚨 While it bills itself as a “safe” way to register to vote, it is actually a digital surveillance machine created by Elon Musk’s super PAC.

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Theodore S. Dibble @ted-dibble.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

I used this link to send messages to the president of the university that employs me (SUNY-ESF) and the president and board of trustees of my alma mater (the University of Michigan).

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Theodore S. Dibble @ted-dibble.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

This work was carried out by my Ph.D. student, Darshi T. Hewa Edirappulige, with help from my postdoc Pedro J. Castro. The photo shows Darshi with her ACS PHYS poster award from 2025. Darshi will defend her thesis next month. Anyone looking for a sharp computational chemist? 6/6

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Theodore S. Dibble @ted-dibble.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

Our conclusion: The reported loss of Hg(0) is best explained by surface-reactions, not a gas-phase reaction. The gas-phase Hg(0)+O₃ reaction appears irrelevant in the laboratory and in the atmosphere. Interested in your feedback! DOI: 10.1021/acs.jpca.6c02693 5/6

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Theodore S. Dibble @ted-dibble.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

The other hypothesized product was OHgOO. Production of this diradicaloid from Hg(0) + O3 is endothermic by > 21 kcal/mole. Given this, a gas-phase reaction would have an observed rate at least 10 billion times lower than reported. 4/6

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Theodore S. Dibble @ted-dibble.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

To test the possibility of a direct Hg(0) + O3 reaction, we used high-level quantum chemistry to examine two hypothesized reaction products. One was a cyclic HgO3, which collapses to a Hg–O₃ van der Waals complex. This is unstable and does not lead to a chemical reaction. 3/6

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Theodore S. Dibble @ted-dibble.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

Some modelers insisted they needed one-step oxidation by OH and/or O3 to match field observations. Three years ago we showed that O3 and OH, together, can oxidize Hg(0) in two steps (DOI: 10.1021/acs.jpca.2c04364). But this doesn’t rule out a direct Hg(0) + O3 reaction! 2/6

Text “Two-step reaction mechanism” followed on subsequent line by the reaction OH + Hg reversibly forming HOHg radical. The next line has the reaction of HOHg radical with ozone to form HOHgO and molecular oxygen.

Two graphs next to each other, one labeled March 4, 2010 and the other labeled July 1, 2010. The x-axes are labeled “Fraction HOHg radical making Hg(II)” and run from zero to one. The y-axes are labeled altitude and run from 0 km to 18 km. Both graphs have black lines labeled “without ozone” and blue lines labeled “with ozone”. Both lines labeled “without ozone” start at 0.2 or below and decay to zero in going from 0 to 2 km and stay low thereafter. The lines marked “with ozone” start at 0.45 or higher and approach 1.0 at 6-8 km.

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Theodore S. Dibble @ted-dibble.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

Many models of atmospheric mercury include a GAS-PHASE Hg(0) + O3 reaction. But the observed products are solids (see image from PCCP 2008, by Pal and Ariya), suggesting reaction on the reactor walls. New paper: 10.1021/acs.jpca.6c02693 🧵 1/6

$Electron micrograph of about 7 quasi-spherical balls, which turns into a quasi-fractal assemblage of hundreds of balls when at 50% relative humidity$

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Theodore S. Dibble @ted-dibble.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

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Stand Up for Science! @standupforscience.net · 08/07/2026

Russell Vought’s OMB Grant Proposal takes the formerly expert informed, democratic grant award process and turns it into an authoritative process based on political ideology. It will destroy science in America as we know it. Take action here: zurl.co/ydchb Article: zurl.co/Juc68

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Trump administration pursues more durable changes to science policy after setbacks in court

After legal challenges succeeded, Trump administration shifts from dismantling agencies to centralizing OMB control over research funding.

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Stand Up for Science! @standupforscience.net · 08/07/2026

Monday, July 13th is the LAST DAY that you can leave a public comment on Russell Vought's science-destroying OMB Grant Proposal. Join us from 2 - 3PM ET to learn what comes next, hear from experts, and learn how the proposal will affect you. Register at the link in our bio or go here:zurl.co/tH8hn

The graphic displays an image of Russell Vought and the logos of Stand Up for Science, teh American Association of University Professors, and the American Federation of Teachers. The graphic reads: "VIRTUAL & ACCESSIBLE, REGISTRATION LINK IN BIO! OMB DEADLINE DAY, Monday, July 13th, 2 - 3PM ET, The Fight is Just Beginnig, Learn what comes next in the fight, Hear from scientists, experts, and MoCs, Learn how the proposal will effect you".

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Marcel Swart @marcelswart.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

It's that time of the year again: the #DFTPoll has opened again. Poll: dftpoll.fillout.com/2026 Background: www.marcelswart.eu/dft-poll/ind... Open until Oct. 1, 2026

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Swart Lab - Theoretical Chemistry : dft-poll/index.html

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Erin Sikorsky @erinsikorsky.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

Believe this is what the kids call an “own goal.” Losing this data stream only blinds us to risk and increases US vulnerability. For shame.

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Trump Administration to Dismantle Ocean Monitoring System

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Sherrilyn Ifill @sifill.bsky.social · 27/03/2026

We need the lawsuits brought to specifically charge racial discrimination in these firings and blocked promotions.

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Bob Mann @robertmannbooks.com · 27/03/2026

Gutter racism. www.nytimes.com/2026/03/27/u...

Mr. Buria chastised the Army secretary for selecting Maj. Gen.
Antoinette R. Gant, a combat engineer who served in Iraq and Afghanistan, to take command of the Military District of Washington, said three current and former defense and
administration officials familiar with the exchange. The command provides security and performs ceremonial duties in the nation's

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Theodore S. Dibble @ted-dibble.bsky.social · 22/02/2026

My PhD student Darshi is first author of the paper refuting the proposed importance of NO3-initiated oxidation of Hg(0) in the gas phase. This paper combines advanced quantum chemical calculations, kinetic analysis, and global atmospheric modeling, DOI: 10.1021/acsearthspacechem.5c00382

Graph of Hg-X bond energy (in kcal/mole) versus radicals X, starting with F, Cl, Br, and I, then OH and NO3. Subtitle: Ability of radicals to initiate oxidation of Hg(0). F and Cl are in a box labeled "[F] and [Cl] too low" and I, OH, and NO3 are in a box labeled "bonds too weak".

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Theodore S. Dibble @ted-dibble.bsky.social · 21/02/2026

My wife and I took our kids to the local science museum. A staffer poured liquid nitrogen into a beaker and it bubbled. The staffer asked what was happening. My five-year old said "evaporation". Why yes, I am a physical chemist. How did you know?

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Royal Society of Chemistry @rsc.org · 28/12/2025

Looking for something inspiring to kick off your 2026? 🎉 #RSCPoster registration is OPEN! Join one of the largest online poster events, uniting researchers from every career stage & every corner of the scientific community. We can’t wait to see what you’ll share ➡️ rsc.li/3XGGvzS #ChemSky

Promotional image for a 24-hour online conference on LinkedIn hosted by American Elements and Royal Society of Chemistry, scheduled from March 3, 2026, at 12:00 GMT to March 4, 2026, at 12:00 GMT. Features an orange and black background with abstract geometric designs and the text 'Save the date.'

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Theodore S. Dibble @ted-dibble.bsky.social · 14/12/2025

I look forward to seeing posters in #RSCEnv and #RSCPhys and interacting with the presenters at #RSCPoster 2026. This 24-hour online event offers cash prized in each of 15 areas of chemistry. To Register, and for more information, go to rsc.li/4ppNbyo

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Theodore S. Dibble @ted-dibble.bsky.social · 17/07/2025

To overcome racial inequality, we must confront our history. @eji.org See t.co/1NMZDV9weO for the history of this injustice from 1954 that mirrors what's happening today

Black and white photo of Hispanic-looking people standing in a large cage.

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Stand Up for Science! @standupforscience.net · 14/05/2025

☀️THE SUMMER FIGHT FOR SCIENCE☀️ 🫵 WHO: You + all our friends 🧪 WHAT: Share science with your neighbors and tell them about the impact of proposed budget cuts. 🇺🇸 WHERE: Your local community 🏖️ WHEN: Now to Sept 30th 🔬 WHY: The 9/30 budget vote will determine the future of science in America.

The summer fight for science. The time is now. Join the fight at standupforscience.net.

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The Tennessee Holler @thetnholler.bsky.social · 04/07/2025

SENATOR @warnock.senate.gov : “Are we reading the same Book? The Book I know says ‘I was hungry, and you fed me… I was a stranger, and you welcomed me… insomuch as you’ve done it to the least of these, you’ve done it also unto me.’” #TrumpsTrillionsTransfer

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Theodore S. Dibble @ted-dibble.bsky.social · 13/06/2025

A broad group of National Institutes of Health (NIH) public servants have taken action with the "Bethesda Declaration" that targets the NIH and HHS Leadership. Join these courageous and committed professionals by adding your name now. actionnetwork.org/forms/add-na...

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ADD YOUR NAME: Sign the Open Letter in Support of NIH Staff

Join the courageous and committed National Institutes of Health (NIH) public servants by adding your name now.

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Theodore S. Dibble @ted-dibble.bsky.social · 25/04/2025

It's Earth Week at ESF www.esf.edu/earthweek/in... (At ESF, we believe that the Earth’s celebration is worthy of an entire week, not just a day.) It's also ESF Day of Giving 2025 advancement.esf.edu/g/esf-day-of...

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ESF Day of Giving 2025 - ESF Alumni Association

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Randall Munroe @xkcd.com · 25/04/2025

PhD Timeline xkcd.com/3081

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southpaw @nycsouthpaw.bsky.social · 30/01/2025

Matthew 5:43-47 (part of the sermon on the mount)

43 "You have heard that it was said, 'Love your neighbor! and hate your enemy! 44 But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, 45 that you may be children of your Father in heaven. He causes his sun to rise on the evil and the good, and sends rain on the righteous and the unrighteous. 46 If you love those who love you, what reward will you get?
Are not even the tax collectors doing that?
47 And if you greet only your own people, what are you doing more than others? Do not even pagans do that? 48 Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly Father is perfect.

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Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez @aoc.bsky.social · 31/01/2025

Idgaf I’m still fighting for guaranteed healthcare. Aspiration is the answer. Not just “we’re not the bad guys.” We need something more meaningful than that. I want a future worth fighting for. They have no vision. We do. Lean into our strengths and knock them out. 👊🏽

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Popehat @kenwhite.bsky.social · 31/01/2025

I’m used to this as a criminal defense attorney - constitutional rights get called technicalities all the time. I can no longer say I expect better from the NYT. This is pathetic.

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George Takei @georgetakei.bsky.social · 31/01/2025

We don’t have any standards on who we’re putting in charge of our government now. And that’s putting stress on the people already there.

Screenshot of a tweet from Acyn ((@Acyn) The tweet quotes Vance saying, 'When you don't have the best standards in who you're hiring, it means on the one hand, you're not getting the best people in government. But on the other hand, it puts stresses on the people who are already there.' Below the tweet, there is an image of a person speaking at a podium with the White House seal in the background. The person is wearing a suit and red tie, and there are American flags on either side of the podium. The broadcast is live on C-SPAN2.

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Art Candee 🍿🥤 @artcandee.bsky.social · 30/01/2025

Senator Sheldon Whitehouse reads the law that allows Kash Patel to give permission to the committee to get a transcript of his grand jury testimony. Kash Patel goes in circles and refuses to give them permission. What is Kash hiding?

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altNOAA 🇺🇸 @altnoaa.bsky.social · 30/01/2025

The White House has suddenly removed this page. whitehouse.gov/fact-sheets/...

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Dr. Sandra Steingraber 🏳️‍🌈 @ssteingraber1.bsky.social · 31/01/2025

Since the fascists are waging a gender war based on their (wrong) views re: the determinacy of X Y chromosomes, I’d just like to point out that they were discovered by an unmarried woman geneticist whose findings were stolen by men after she died of breast cancer at 50. www.omic.ly/the-discover...

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The discovery of sex chromosomes was just as controversial as everything else in genetics

Nettie Stevens, a former school teacher turned geneticist, discovered sex chromosomes in 1905. Here's her story:

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Popehat @kenwhite.bsky.social · 30/01/2025

Lee Atwater had a pungent and famous quote about how once conservatives could no longer use the n-word they used things like “states’ rights” to invoke the same spirit. I don’t think it’s an exaggeration any more — if it ever was — to say they use DEI as the n-word.

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Art Candee 🍿🥤 @artcandee.bsky.social · 30/01/2025

Senator Adam Schiff torched Kash Patel: "Mr. Patel may be, I don't know, but he may be the first nominee for FBI Director in history who felt it necessary to plead the 5th." BOOM! 🔥

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m @keptsimple.bsky.social · 31/01/2025

it's hard to read the chart in the screenshot but what this moron is actually complaining about isn't "DEI" staff, it's special education teachers. these ghouls are coming for people with disabilities and they aren't even shy about it.

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