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Jose A. Jimenez-Berni

@jajberni

Científico del IAS-CSIC, ingeniero y apasionado por el uso de nuevas tecnologías en agricultura. Scientist at the IAS-CSIC, engineer, passionate about the use of new technologies in agriculture.

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@juliaenlaonda.bsky.social y @ecogallego.bsky.social
¿Qué hacemos con los pollitos en Córdoba con 43 grados y un suelo que achicharra?

22.06.2025 07:29 👍 0 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0
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Un artículo aborda las brechas y estrategias para la simulación del impacto del anegamiento en la productividad de los #cultivos | @iascsic.bsky.social

El estudio alerta sobre las limitaciones de los modelos de cultivo para prever el impacto del encharcamiento en un clima cambiante

t.ly/PunFL

16.06.2025 11:17 👍 4 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0
La Bomba Atómica Franquista
La Bomba Atómica Franquista YouTube video by QuantumFracture

@juliaenlaonda.bsky.social y @elordenmundial.bsky.social
A raíz de lo que habéis comentado sobre el programa nuclear de España o proyecto Islero:
youtu.be/mgHjeN1zAro
Es una historia que conocí hace muy poco y me dejó alucinado, sobre todo por el papel de EEUU en toda la historia.

15.06.2025 07:00 👍 3 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0
Jonas Salk and the Ethics of the Polio Vaccine This black-and-white photograph captures Dr. Jonas Salk in the lab, carefully examining a syringe containing the inactivated polio vaccine he developed in the early 1950s. Dressed in a crisp white lab coat and dark tie, Salk looks intently at the vial with a calm but focused demeanor, symbolizing both scientific rigor and moral clarity. The image is overlaid with powerful text that reads, “Jonas Salk chose not to patent his 1955 polio vaccine, making it more affordable for the millions of people who needed it.” Below, it continues, “As a result, he missed out on earning an estimated US$7 billion. Thank you, Dr. Salk (1914–1995).” This snapshot and caption encapsulate one of the most defining moments in 20th-century medical ethics. At the height of the polio epidemic, when fear gripped parents and iron lungs filled hospital wards, Salk’s vaccine arrived as a scientific miracle. But it was his refusal to monetize that miracle that cemented his legacy. When asked who owned the patent, Salk famously replied, “The people. Could you patent the sun?” In an age often defined by profit and patents, this act of selflessness made him a global hero. The photograph speaks not only to the success of the vaccine itself, which slashed polio cases by 90% within a few years, but also to a moment when medical advancement was driven by a sense of responsibility rather than reward. His work helped to eradicate a disease that had once left tens of thousands of children and adults paralyzed each year. Today, Salk’s decision is studied as a benchmark in public health leadership, representing the highest ideals of scientific discovery. This image, both humble and historic, invites viewers to consider not just what we invent—but why we invent it, and for whom. Through it, Salk’s enduring message of shared humanity lives on.

Jonas Salk and the Ethics of the Polio Vaccine This black-and-white photograph captures Dr. Jonas Salk in the lab, carefully examining a syringe containing the inactivated polio vaccine he developed in the early 1950s. Dressed in a crisp white lab coat and dark tie, Salk looks intently at the vial with a calm but focused demeanor, symbolizing both scientific rigor and moral clarity. The image is overlaid with powerful text that reads, “Jonas Salk chose not to patent his 1955 polio vaccine, making it more affordable for the millions of people who needed it.” Below, it continues, “As a result, he missed out on earning an estimated US$7 billion. Thank you, Dr. Salk (1914–1995).” This snapshot and caption encapsulate one of the most defining moments in 20th-century medical ethics. At the height of the polio epidemic, when fear gripped parents and iron lungs filled hospital wards, Salk’s vaccine arrived as a scientific miracle. But it was his refusal to monetize that miracle that cemented his legacy. When asked who owned the patent, Salk famously replied, “The people. Could you patent the sun?” In an age often defined by profit and patents, this act of selflessness made him a global hero. The photograph speaks not only to the success of the vaccine itself, which slashed polio cases by 90% within a few years, but also to a moment when medical advancement was driven by a sense of responsibility rather than reward. His work helped to eradicate a disease that had once left tens of thousands of children and adults paralyzed each year. Today, Salk’s decision is studied as a benchmark in public health leadership, representing the highest ideals of scientific discovery. This image, both humble and historic, invites viewers to consider not just what we invent—but why we invent it, and for whom. Through it, Salk’s enduring message of shared humanity lives on.

The Moment the World Breathed Easier – Polio Vaccine Declared a Triumph This historic black-and-white photograph captures a poignant moment in medical history: a nurse holding up a front-page newspaper for a polio-stricken patient in an iron lung. The bold headline reads, “Vaccine ‘Triumph’ Ends Polio Threat,” signaling to the world that the nightmare of polio was finally coming to an end. The man, partially encased in the cylindrical machine that breathes for him, gazes with quiet astonishment at the paper. This machine—a staple of polio wards in the mid-20th century—represented both life and limitation. The nurse, standing at his bedside with a proud, comforting smile, holds more than news; she holds a moment of national catharsis. Taken on April 12, 1955—the day Dr. Jonas Salk’s vaccine was officially declared “safe, effective, and potent”—the image encapsulates the mix of hope, relief, and disbelief that swept the country. On this day, bells rang across cities, churches held special prayers, and classrooms erupted in celebration. Parents had lived in fear of a disease that paralyzed or killed thousands of children each year, with outbreaks forcing the closure of pools, parks, and even entire towns. The polio vaccine trial was the largest in U.S. history, involving over a million children—dubbed the “Polio Pioneers.” For those already battling the disease, like the man in this photo, the news was bittersweet: salvation had arrived too late for them but in time for the next generation. The image illustrates not only a medical milestone but the emotional release of a society delivered from one of its most dreaded public health crises. It marks a cultural turning point in which modern science visibly and powerfully triumphed over fear. Framed by the rigid lines of the hospital room and the soft human interaction between nurse and patient, the image immortalizes a day when hope became headline—and when science delivered on its promise to protect the vulnerable.

The Moment the World Breathed Easier – Polio Vaccine Declared a Triumph This historic black-and-white photograph captures a poignant moment in medical history: a nurse holding up a front-page newspaper for a polio-stricken patient in an iron lung. The bold headline reads, “Vaccine ‘Triumph’ Ends Polio Threat,” signaling to the world that the nightmare of polio was finally coming to an end. The man, partially encased in the cylindrical machine that breathes for him, gazes with quiet astonishment at the paper. This machine—a staple of polio wards in the mid-20th century—represented both life and limitation. The nurse, standing at his bedside with a proud, comforting smile, holds more than news; she holds a moment of national catharsis. Taken on April 12, 1955—the day Dr. Jonas Salk’s vaccine was officially declared “safe, effective, and potent”—the image encapsulates the mix of hope, relief, and disbelief that swept the country. On this day, bells rang across cities, churches held special prayers, and classrooms erupted in celebration. Parents had lived in fear of a disease that paralyzed or killed thousands of children each year, with outbreaks forcing the closure of pools, parks, and even entire towns. The polio vaccine trial was the largest in U.S. history, involving over a million children—dubbed the “Polio Pioneers.” For those already battling the disease, like the man in this photo, the news was bittersweet: salvation had arrived too late for them but in time for the next generation. The image illustrates not only a medical milestone but the emotional release of a society delivered from one of its most dreaded public health crises. It marks a cultural turning point in which modern science visibly and powerfully triumphed over fear. Framed by the rigid lines of the hospital room and the soft human interaction between nurse and patient, the image immortalizes a day when hope became headline—and when science delivered on its promise to protect the vulnerable.

A Generation Shaped by Polio—And Saved from It This touching image shows a young girl in a dress standing on crutches, gazing into a full-length mirror. The reflection shows her smiling face, but also the physical burden she bears—metal braces on her legs, a painful reminder of the lasting effects of polio. The scene is both tender and heartbreaking: her small frame is dwarfed by the mirror, yet her spirit shines through. Captured in the early 1950s, this image represents a generation of children forced to navigate formative years under the shadow of a crippling disease. Polio struck indiscriminately, often paralyzing victims overnight. It especially targeted children, robbing them of the ability to walk, play, or grow without pain. For many, wheelchairs and leg braces became as common in the home as toys. Despite the impact on mobility, polio survivors like this young girl displayed remarkable resilience. The photograph also reflects how medical interventions—while life-saving—were not always curative. Before the vaccine, care often meant managing disability, not preventing it. This is what made Dr. Jonas Salk’s vaccine announcement on April 12, 1955, so momentous. It wasn’t just about eradicating a virus—it was about sparing millions of children from a future filled with braces, crutches, and physical therapy. This girl, peering at herself with a quiet blend of strength and innocence, could have been any child in America during the polio era. Her image is a stark contrast to the celebration that followed the vaccine’s success, and a reminder of what was at stake. Polio wasn’t a distant threat; it was a daily fear, visible on playgrounds, in classrooms, and in rehabilitation centers. This moment frozen in time reflects the emotional and physical toll of a disease now almost entirely eliminated from the globe. It also underscores why April 12 remains a powerful milestone—not just in science, but in the fight for every child’s right to a whole and healthy life.

A Generation Shaped by Polio—And Saved from It This touching image shows a young girl in a dress standing on crutches, gazing into a full-length mirror. The reflection shows her smiling face, but also the physical burden she bears—metal braces on her legs, a painful reminder of the lasting effects of polio. The scene is both tender and heartbreaking: her small frame is dwarfed by the mirror, yet her spirit shines through. Captured in the early 1950s, this image represents a generation of children forced to navigate formative years under the shadow of a crippling disease. Polio struck indiscriminately, often paralyzing victims overnight. It especially targeted children, robbing them of the ability to walk, play, or grow without pain. For many, wheelchairs and leg braces became as common in the home as toys. Despite the impact on mobility, polio survivors like this young girl displayed remarkable resilience. The photograph also reflects how medical interventions—while life-saving—were not always curative. Before the vaccine, care often meant managing disability, not preventing it. This is what made Dr. Jonas Salk’s vaccine announcement on April 12, 1955, so momentous. It wasn’t just about eradicating a virus—it was about sparing millions of children from a future filled with braces, crutches, and physical therapy. This girl, peering at herself with a quiet blend of strength and innocence, could have been any child in America during the polio era. Her image is a stark contrast to the celebration that followed the vaccine’s success, and a reminder of what was at stake. Polio wasn’t a distant threat; it was a daily fear, visible on playgrounds, in classrooms, and in rehabilitation centers. This moment frozen in time reflects the emotional and physical toll of a disease now almost entirely eliminated from the globe. It also underscores why April 12 remains a powerful milestone—not just in science, but in the fight for every child’s right to a whole and healthy life.

Iron Lungs and the Frontlines of a Forgotten Epidemic This haunting image depicts a hospital ward filled wall-to-wall with iron lungs—massive cylindrical ventilators used to keep polio patients alive when the virus paralyzed their respiratory muscles. Each child lies inside a metallic chamber, their heads exposed while the rest of their bodies remain encased. Nurses move quietly between the rows, adjusting settings, checking vital signs, and offering what little comfort they can. The scale of the scene is staggering: dozens of these life-saving machines occupy every corner, a mechanical forest born of desperation and necessity. In the pre-vaccine era, polio was one of the most feared diseases in the world. It spread swiftly, striking the healthy without warning and often leaving victims paralyzed or dependent on machines like these for survival. For patients who couldn’t breathe on their own, the iron lung was their last line of defense—a rhythmic pump that mimicked the act of breathing through negative pressure. Introduced in the 1920s and perfected in the 1930s, iron lungs became a defining image of the polio epidemic. For many children, living inside one for weeks—or even months—was the only path to recovery. Some patients spent years in these devices, their lives reduced to the confines of a tube, surrounded by the hum of machinery and the diligent care of medical staff. This photo captures a world that once was: one where innovation struggled to keep pace with disease, and where entire wards became monuments to both human vulnerability and medical perseverance. It also highlights what was at stake on April 12, 1955, when Dr. Jonas Salk’s polio vaccine was declared safe and effective. The iron lung, once a symbol of survival, soon became obsolete. This image reminds us of the true scale of that victory—not just in lives saved, but in lives unburdened. A whole generation was spared this metallic captivity because one man believed health should never be patented

Iron Lungs and the Frontlines of a Forgotten Epidemic This haunting image depicts a hospital ward filled wall-to-wall with iron lungs—massive cylindrical ventilators used to keep polio patients alive when the virus paralyzed their respiratory muscles. Each child lies inside a metallic chamber, their heads exposed while the rest of their bodies remain encased. Nurses move quietly between the rows, adjusting settings, checking vital signs, and offering what little comfort they can. The scale of the scene is staggering: dozens of these life-saving machines occupy every corner, a mechanical forest born of desperation and necessity. In the pre-vaccine era, polio was one of the most feared diseases in the world. It spread swiftly, striking the healthy without warning and often leaving victims paralyzed or dependent on machines like these for survival. For patients who couldn’t breathe on their own, the iron lung was their last line of defense—a rhythmic pump that mimicked the act of breathing through negative pressure. Introduced in the 1920s and perfected in the 1930s, iron lungs became a defining image of the polio epidemic. For many children, living inside one for weeks—or even months—was the only path to recovery. Some patients spent years in these devices, their lives reduced to the confines of a tube, surrounded by the hum of machinery and the diligent care of medical staff. This photo captures a world that once was: one where innovation struggled to keep pace with disease, and where entire wards became monuments to both human vulnerability and medical perseverance. It also highlights what was at stake on April 12, 1955, when Dr. Jonas Salk’s polio vaccine was declared safe and effective. The iron lung, once a symbol of survival, soon became obsolete. This image reminds us of the true scale of that victory—not just in lives saved, but in lives unburdened. A whole generation was spared this metallic captivity because one man believed health should never be patented

On April 12, 1955, Dr. Jonas Salk’s polio vaccine was declared safe and effective. It marked a turning point in medical history and Salk—refusing to patent it—gave his cure freely, famously saying “Could you patent the sun?”

#StayCurious #Skystorians #DiveIntoDiscovery

12.04.2025 20:01 👍 317 🔁 99 💬 8 📌 7
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Prototipos que adelantan el futuro, Tesis, Canal Sur TV – José A. Jiménez Berni - Instituto de Agricultura Sostenible Compartimos el enlace al interesante reportaje “Prototipos que adelantan el futuro” emitido recientemente en el programa Tesis, de Canal Sur Televisión, en el que José A. Jiménez Berni investigador y ...

📺 🎥 Prototipos que adelantan el futuro, Tesis, Canal Sur TV – José A. Jiménez Berni
#cienciaparalagricultura #CSIC @csicdivulga.bsky.social @csicandalextrem.bsky.social
@iascsic.bsky.social @agrophenolab.bsky.social @jajberni.bsky.social @canalsur.bsky.social
www.ias.csic.es?p=37872

01.04.2025 14:02 👍 4 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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Investigadores del Agrophenolab del IAS-CSIC participan en Transfiere - Instituto de Agricultura Sostenible La semana pasada se celebró en Málaga Transfiere, Foro Europeo para la Ciencia, Tecnología e Innovación (https://transfiere.fycma.com/) el mayor evento europeo sobre I+D+i y transferencia de conocimie...

Investigadores del Agrophenolab del IAS-CSIC participan en Transfiere
#cienciaparalagricultura #CSIC @csicdivulga.bsky.social @csicandalextrem.bsky.social
@iascsic.bsky.social @agrophenolab.bsky.social @jajberni.bsky.social
www.ias.csic.es?p=37718

17.03.2025 20:04 👍 4 🔁 1 💬 1 📌 0

Muy interesante la reflexión. Esperemos que Europa sea capaz de estar a la altura, aunque yo también soy pesimista por la deriva que está tomando la política a nivel global.

09.03.2025 17:07 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Me quito el sombrero con el editorial de Héctor de Miguel. Yo también quiero luchar por un país mejor para mis hijos. ¡Mucho ánimo!

06.03.2025 23:14 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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El IAS-CSIC celebra el Día de la Mujer reivindicando un mundo más igualitario también desde la investigación El IAS-CSIC celebra el Día de la Mujer reivindicando un mundo más igualitario también desde la investigación

El IAS-CSIC celebra el Día de la Mujer reivindicando un mundo más igualitario también desde la investigación
#8M #8M2025 #DíaInternacionaldelaMujer #DiadelaMujer #CSIC @csicdivulga.bsky.social @csicandalextrem.bsky.social @iascsic.bsky.social @rperezmaseres.bsky.social

05.03.2025 18:17 👍 8 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0

Parece que el enlace al vídeo ha dejado de funcionar... Espero que lo podáis solucionar o postear otra vez. Gracias!

03.03.2025 11:36 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Israel

16.02.2025 07:40 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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ANA KATOMSKI, USAID Program Analyst. HIV/AIDS Research. USAID, a U.S. Federal Agency that oversees projects such as food aid, disaster relief and health programs in over 120 countries with a staff of more than 10,000…

USAID, the Agency that oversees food aid, disaster relief and health programs in 120 countries with a staff of 10,000 and a budget of $40 billion has been terminated. Millions of beneficiaries are abandoned and U.S. businesses that sold goods to USAID are in limbo. Click here 👉 vimeo.com/1054591361

07.02.2025 19:08 👍 1212 🔁 445 💬 88 📌 23
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Mujeres IAS (III) - Día Internacional de la Mujer y la Niña en la Ciencia 2025 - Instituto de Agricultura Sostenible Continuamos presentando los perfiles de algunas de las mujeres que trabajan e investigan en el Instituto de Agricultura Sostenible del CSIC en Córdoba para dar a conocer su labor y […]

👩🔬 Mujeres IAS (III) - Día Internacional de la Mujer y la Niña en la Ciencia 2025
#mujeresIAS #TodasHacemosCiencia @csic.es @csicdivulga.bsky.social @csicandalextrem.bsky.social @iascsic.bsky.social @11defebreroes.bsky.social
www.ias.csic.es?p=37232

07.02.2025 19:39 👍 7 🔁 3 💬 1 📌 0
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¡Buenos días! 🌿🌻 🦠🔬 🛩️🌾🌳💦
Empezamos nuestra aventura en esta plataforma
➡️ Síguenos para conocer toda la actualidad de nuestro Instituto: publicaciones científicas, noticias, novedades, eventos, proyectos, actividades de divulgación y mucho más...
👋👋 ¡Gracias por seguirnos! 👋👋
#cienciaparalagricultura

27.01.2025 12:14 👍 4 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0
Why Is Super Glue So Good At Gluing Skin?
Why Is Super Glue So Good At Gluing Skin? YouTube video by Veritasium

NEW VIDEO! How strong is super glue, really? www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ni82...

28.01.2025 19:11 👍 119 🔁 14 💬 7 📌 1

No sé por qué no me sorprende que la ciencia sea una víctima más de este mandado presidencial. 😞

28.01.2025 07:51 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Habrá que aplicarse el cuento y comunicar un poco más nuestro trabajo y el impacto en la sociedad. ¡Propósito para este 2025!

25.01.2025 19:20 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

El ascensor social llevado al espacio. Toda su formación ha sido el sistema público. Enhorabuena y un verdadero orgullo de país.

25.01.2025 09:20 👍 4 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Charlamos con Sara García Alonso, astronauta y bióloga molecular. Es la primera española de la historia en ser designada por la Agencia Espacial Europea para formar parte del nuevo equipo de astronautas que viajará al espacio.

25.01.2025 09:13 👍 214 🔁 34 💬 9 📌 4
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23.01.2025 07:27 👍 3074 🔁 1283 💬 34 📌 49

Pronto veremos a camareros españoles de 71 años sirviendo cañas a jubilados franceses de 62.

23.01.2025 17:45 👍 3436 🔁 1268 💬 104 📌 30
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Por suerte, las Islas Canarias, Ceuta y Melilla siguen apareciendo como españolas.

22.01.2025 07:26 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Yo acabo de cerrar mi cuenta después de muchos años. También animo a todo el mundo a usar @signal.org en vez de WhatsApp.

20.01.2025 21:14 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Qué no te engañen con los piñones. Busca el piñón local. Aprende a diferenciarlo

23.12.2024 15:11 👍 20 🔁 13 💬 0 📌 0

¡Ahí estaremos @acaleb.bsky.social y yo para echarnos unas risas!
Deseando conocer a todo el equipo de @horaveintipico.bsky.social
Avisa si necesitas recomendaciones gastronómicas para Héctor de Comer.

21.12.2024 21:41 👍 1 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

¡Ahí estaremos @acaleb.bsky.social y yo para echarnos unas risas!
Deseando conocer a todo el equipo de @horaveintipico.bsky.social
Avisa si necesitas recomendaciones gastronómicas para Héctor de Comer.

21.12.2024 21:40 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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Lo de Amaia en LaRevuelta el otro día fue sensacional, pero no solo por el vídeo, sino porque explica muy bien cómo funciona el proceso creativo.

Seguidme en este hilo para ver de dónde salió este vídeo👇

21.12.2024 07:10 👍 755 🔁 304 💬 28 📌 30

El ritmo al que estamos involucionando no deja de sorprenderme. Vaya sociedad se nos está quedando. 😢

11.12.2024 21:10 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0

Villarejo

10.12.2024 22:11 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
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La desintegración del mundo occidental Sólo calibrando el abismo del inconsciente estadounidense podremos descifrar las raíces de la ferocidad social que ahora está en plena manifestación

Largo art. pero hay que leerlo.
La desintegración del mundo occidental
ctxt.es/es/20241201/...

09.12.2024 20:53 👍 389 🔁 165 💬 21 📌 7