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PhD scientist, writer, presenter, G+ alum, animal lover, extremely curious. A clippy.

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image: an illustration of alice talking to the cheshire cat (not the disney version). at the top it reads: alice in socal anxiety land

the cheshire cat says: we are all mad here

alice: at me?

image: an illustration of alice talking to the cheshire cat (not the disney version). at the top it reads: alice in socal anxiety land the cheshire cat says: we are all mad here alice: at me?

14.03.2026 20:56 πŸ‘ 520 πŸ” 125 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 2
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Exploring Alice in Wonderland syndrome in adults with persistent headache after COVID-19: a cross-sectional study in Latin America - BMC Neurology Background Alice in Wonderland syndrome (AIWS) is a neuropsychiatric disorder characterized by sensory perception distortions, including altered body image perception and distortions of shape, size, motion, color, and speed. Migraine and infectious diseases are among the most common etiologies of AIWS. However, it has not been studied in individuals with persistent headache after COVID-19. Methods This cross-sectional study included a subset of individuals with AIWS symptoms derived from a survey conducted in Latin America to identify adults with persistent headache after COVID-19. For data analysis, AIWS individuals were characterized by sex and analyzed using univariable tests. Subsequently, the entire study cohort was stratified into two groups: the AIWS group and the non-AIWS group. Binomial logistic regression using the backward stepwise selection method was performed to identify the factors associated with AIWS after COVID-19. Results Out of 421 participants with persistent headache after COVID-19, 106 (25.2%) reported at least one AIWS symptom. The AIWS group was significantly younger (median age 36 vs. 39 years, p = 0.011) and had a higher proportion of pre-existing migraine (40.6% vs. 29.5%, p = 0.035) compared to the non-AIWS group. The most common post-COVID-19 AIWS symptoms were time distortion (32.1%), derealization/depersonalization (24.5%), and hyperchromatopsia (20.8%). Logistic regression analysis revealed that experiencing any AIWS symptom during acute COVID-19 was the strongest predictor for post-acute AIWS (OR = 9.937, 95% CI = 5.603–17.62, p <0.001). Other significant predictors included phonophobia (OR = 2.322, 95% CI = 1.288–4.185, p = 0.005) and depressive symptoms (OR = 1.937, 95% CI = 1.099–3.413, p = 0.022) during acute COVID-19. Conclusion In this cohort, AIWS was a notable feature in adults with persistent headache after COVID-19, particularly in younger individuals with a history of migraine. Experiencing AIWS symptoms during acute infection increased the odds of post-acute AIWS symptoms nearly tenfold, suggesting SARS-CoV-2 may be a potent trigger. Clinicians should be aware of this association and screen for perceptual disturbances in patients with post-COVID-19 neurological sequelae.

A study in BMC Neurology reveals that Alice in Wonderland syndrome, a neuropsychiatric disorder marked by sensory perception distortions and altered body image, is prevalent in younger adults with persistent headaches post-COVID-19, particularly those with a migraine history.
#MedSky

14.03.2026 19:00 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

It's GRAND!
The reverse mountain was so anticipated to see, and did not disappoint.
I can't wait to see Little Garden next.

14.03.2026 11:48 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
One Piece, Season Two, Into The Grand Line has dropped on Netflix.

One Piece, Season Two, Into The Grand Line has dropped on Netflix.

One Piece Season Two
Into the Grand Line has dropped on Netflix.

I can't believe how incredibly happy this show makes me.

14.03.2026 00:20 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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David Protein Accused of Lying About Calories in Popular Bar David Protein’s low-calorie, zero-sugar bar lauded as β€œtoo good to be true” by wellness influencers and beloved by β€œfinance bros” on Wall Street might not be as healthy as they thought.

Those David protein bars beloved by finance bros have WAY more calories than advertised.
@rainierharris.bsky.social has the story >
www.bloomberg.com/news/article...

13.03.2026 20:12 πŸ‘ 27 πŸ” 9 πŸ’¬ 6 πŸ“Œ 10

Those eyes!

13.03.2026 18:18 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Sorry to hear that. Feel better!

12.03.2026 18:45 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
A digital dawn sky (created in Terragen Sky). A caption against the clouds: "A man is not dead while his name is still spoken." And below, the hashtag: #GNU Terry Pratchett.

A digital dawn sky (created in Terragen Sky). A caption against the clouds: "A man is not dead while his name is still spoken." And below, the hashtag: #GNU Terry Pratchett.

#GNUTerryPratchett

12.03.2026 12:05 πŸ‘ 279 πŸ” 89 πŸ’¬ 4 πŸ“Œ 3

Apparently. It might be time to rethink that tho.

12.03.2026 14:19 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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One Piece's Mr. 9 was already a huge fan #OnePiece #Netflix

12.03.2026 12:16 πŸ‘ 42 πŸ” 5 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
William Shatner in 2025 on his horse

William Shatner in 2025 on his horse

William Shatner and Patrick Stuart

William Shatner and Patrick Stuart

This man right here still riding horses at 94 years old. What an icon!
William Shatner has to have shoulder surgery after being thrown from his horse last year.

12.03.2026 12:31 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
A tan and turquoise Dove with a blue sky background.

A tan and turquoise Dove with a blue sky background.

Lonesome Dove...

12.03.2026 10:49 πŸ‘ 46 πŸ” 5 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 0

πŸ€£πŸ˜‚πŸ€£

09.03.2026 21:35 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Storefront sign painted with John Alcorn 7up design with rainbow and flowers. Also advertises Ice Cold Beer. Photographer unknown

Storefront sign painted with John Alcorn 7up design with rainbow and flowers. Also advertises Ice Cold Beer. Photographer unknown

Storefront sign for 7up from the 1970s #JohnAlcorn

09.03.2026 21:16 πŸ‘ 177 πŸ” 15 πŸ’¬ 6 πŸ“Œ 3
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Behold NYC's First-Ever Trumpeter Swan A member of the once-near-extinct species has taken up residence in the East River. But why?

There's a new hot bird in town! And it's the first time NYC has ever seen a trumpeter swan, in recorded history (after it came back from the brink of extinction). In the last week, it's been spotted frequently hanging out with one of our mute swans πŸ‘€

hellgatenyc.com/behold-nycs-...

09.03.2026 21:04 πŸ‘ 154 πŸ” 35 πŸ’¬ 5 πŸ“Œ 19

Probably Vaporeon because of the whole fur to scales fur and gills thing.
So wild.

09.03.2026 17:51 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Also I'm very proud of you and your book, and I can't wait to read it. It might have to be a summer read, when I have time though. πŸ˜ƒ

09.03.2026 17:30 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

I had a similar experience in graduate school when I left my poorly paid post-doc to become a science writer, but it was the lab head, who may have had ulterior motives.
Well, I've been a successful professional writer for 20+ years, so I guess he was mistaken.

09.03.2026 17:29 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Holy shit! This is a whole ass shit show. This is an American woman living in the UAE. My country is being run by complete imbeciles right now. Not to mention how badly they’re lying to us with little amount of information they are putting out. I’m just ashamed. #TrumpsEpicFailure

07.03.2026 01:14 πŸ‘ 2280 πŸ” 988 πŸ’¬ 131 πŸ“Œ 110

Have you tried homing pigeon?

06.03.2026 20:10 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
A green Malachite butterfly that looks similar to a Monarch, blends into the background of green foliage.

A green Malachite butterfly that looks similar to a Monarch, blends into the background of green foliage.

I’d never seen a green Monarch looking butterfly before. It really blended into its surroundings. Have a transformational week πŸ¦‹ BlueskyπŸ¦‹
#Butterfly #MonochromeMonday

02.03.2026 15:58 πŸ‘ 50 πŸ” 11 πŸ’¬ 7 πŸ“Œ 0

It's a PokΓ©mon shiny!

06.03.2026 19:43 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Superfood Fuels Mating Frenzy for Critically Endangered Kakapo Kakapos, which are reclusive and flightless and can live as long as humans, are found only in New Zealand. They feed on the fruit of the rimu tree.

The kakapo, a critically endangered parrot species that can be found only in New Zealand, are mating at a record pace this year, making the most of one of the best bumper crops in decades of the fruit from coniferous rimu trees, according to scientists.

06.03.2026 01:20 πŸ‘ 239 πŸ” 47 πŸ’¬ 8 πŸ“Œ 14

I want to see Senator Whitehouse become President simply because I want to see the press stumble over saying
" President Whitehouse in the Whitehouse"
"Whitehouse on the Whitehouse grounds"
"At the Whitehouse with Whitehouse"
"Whitehouse's Whitehouse now"

05.03.2026 18:16 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Omg me too! And I was convinced it was reeeeeaaaallll.

05.03.2026 17:57 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Also along the Delaware River are Frenchtown and Lambertville, really cute little one street shopping towns, and Flemington, which is a bit larger, but also very nice.
There's so many I can't listen them all.

05.03.2026 02:22 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
The Delaware Water Gap

The Delaware Water Gap

Clinton NJ

Clinton NJ

If they took Rt. 78 or Rt. 80, which run East to West, they would start out in the populated Newark area but eventually run into the lovely town of Clinton or the Delaware Water Gap, both of which are old charming Victorian small towns.

05.03.2026 02:16 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

The two most traveled are the NJ turnpike and the Garden State Parkway. The first runs northeast/southwest through the state from the NYC region to the Philly adjacent region. The other runs from the top to the bottom right through the densest areas.
That's what most people see of NJ, sadly.

05.03.2026 02:10 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
Topological map of New Jersey.
Rural areas can be found in Northwestern areas like Sussex County near the Delaware Water Gap, or western Central NJ along the Delaware River, or deep mid-south in the Pine Barrens.

Topological map of New Jersey. Rural areas can be found in Northwestern areas like Sussex County near the Delaware Water Gap, or western Central NJ along the Delaware River, or deep mid-south in the Pine Barrens.

The population density of New Jersey. Most of the population is centered as suburban "bedroom" cities as outgrowth from Philly or New York.

The population density of New Jersey. Most of the population is centered as suburban "bedroom" cities as outgrowth from Philly or New York.

Of course we do.
NJ is extremely varied topologically.
The lower half of the states is silt, sand, clay, and home to peat bogs, blueberry, cranberry and the pine barrens
The upper western part of the state is shale, limestone, granite and the DWG.
Our population centers grow from NYC and Philly.

05.03.2026 00:29 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

I prefer "little fishies"

04.03.2026 17:06 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0