My opinion: When looking for a lab, science trainees should prioritize finding good mentorship over specific research topics. In my experience, students eventually grow to hate the research (or all research) in an environment that's a bad mentoring fit. #PhDchat

I'm feeling a bit stressed out lately and need to shine a light on an issue that maybe others in our shoes are feeling as well. In addition to the "normal stresses" of academia, those of us who are not citizens of the US have additional worries, especially now. /ramble thread

More than 40% of LGBT+ people in Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths are not out and #LGBTSTEMDay aims to change that. #LGBTSTEM ow.ly/Jax330kNB4z

At my student’s committee meeting now. And I just remembered some institutes take sometime when the PI leaves the room so that student can discuss anything with the committee members. Our program is not doing it but I thought this is a good experiment. So I’m out of the room now.

We, and our parent company, Boston Consulting Group, spend a lot of time debunking myths about inspiration. Today, we're wondering: Is emotion the secret to inspiration? Could boredom and worry, in fact, show us the way to a great idea? buff.ly/2KXyxiJ

Are #diverse organizations really more innovative? Rocio Lorenzo, Partner and Managing Director at BCG, and her team found that the answer was a clear yes. #TEDatBCG on.bcg.com/2MZqxuC

.Modern Meadow seeks a Bioinformatics Scientist w/ a strong background in biology and data analysis to help evaluate their data systems, build tool sets for data analysis & work w/ scientists across multiple disciplines to facilitate R&D efforts. Apply: buff.ly/2PQ5g8K

The court ruled unanimously that the law amounted to discrimination on the grounds of sexual orientation, and constituted a fundamental violation of rights. bit.ly/2PJ2TDB

OPENING TODAY! Join us as we welcome our newest exhibition, With Drawn Arms: Glenn Kaino and Tommie Smith. Learn more here: buff.ly/2xRhkhG

Gita Gopinath is an outstanding economist, with impeccable academic credentials, a proven track record of intellectual leadership, and extensive international experience. I am delighted to name such a talented figure as the IMF’s Chief Economist. ow.ly/cRH130m2RYn

Starling murmurations (common in Italy & Spain) give you an idea why the Romans based much of their augury on the flight of birds. Watching one is almost a religious experience.

Pharmacology graduate student Aparna Shekar (Aparna Shekar) is defending her dissertation! Shekar works in the Aurelio Galli on the dopamine transporter and neuropsychiatric disease phenotypes. Come hear her talk tomorrow at 9am sharp in 512LH.

Gender discrimination in physics and astronomy: Graduate student experiences of sexism and gender microaggressions journals.aps.org/prper/abstract…

At the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, we believe tough questions can be motivating. cards.twitter.com/cards/18ce53yo…

There will likely come a time when, as a woman graduate student, you will need to stand up for yourself and your friends. Be prepared for it and know how to shut down sexism and racism and any other discrimination. - Alyssa Frederick, UC Irvine doctoral candidate in physiology

It's bun day at the Galli Lab. Have you tied your hair in a bun today? Aurelio Galli Jenny I. Aguilar Sam Mabry

As #MeToo comes to college campuses, the work of Dr. Kelly J. Baker (she/her) shows just how deeply sexism is embedded in academia. @Lollardfish spoke to her about sexism in the academy, her work as a public intellectual, and the craft of essay-writing. trib.al/wgNGVRf

Never leaving San Diego. Aurelio Galli Jenny I. Aguilar Prof Renae Ryan

Attending Gordon Research Conferences on #membrane #transporters June? Join me @ Hour of Power 2 talk #equity #diversity #inclusivity in #science 🔬🕺🏿💃🏿🏳️‍🌈 All genders welcome! Learn #tips #tools #strategies 4 #inclusive #excellence in ur #science 👍🏿👍🏽👍🏻 goo.gl/dDJhhB