Posts by dr_norb@fediscience.org
(DIR) Post #AP23qGsTM8b8zSf0Zk by dr_norb@fediscience.org
2022-10-28T16:57:09Z
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@Hyolobrika There was a typo, not "so" but "do".By digitising, we systematically see and database all the specimens that we have.At the moment, we only have guesstimates of how many specimens we actually have.
(DIR) Post #AP46RvPCE4KDcky8QK by dr_norb@fediscience.org
2022-10-29T16:27:00Z
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#Weekend in #science also means to review papers of others researchers.It is actually work because one needs to check many different things: plausability, completeness of data, correctness of methods and interpretations, typos, references and sometimes giving advice on how to improve parts.For non-#academics: No, I'm not paid. Yes, it is normal not to be paid. It is expected to do that and to do it in your "free time".It's part of being a #scientist.
(DIR) Post #AP46m0KHdl9Wg3FI7E by dr_norb@fediscience.org
2022-10-29T16:39:59Z
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@neglesaks I agree. I am editor for two #journals myself, and finding good #reviewers is so so hard. #AcademicPublishing is in a deep crisis, and fair and good peer review is worth but also as rare as gold.
(DIR) Post #AP47OuhOUoo6WCbo0W by dr_norb@fediscience.org
2022-10-29T16:47:02Z
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@neglesaks Yes, authors that refuse to correct issues are as annoying as reviewers who abuse their role to push their papers or block others peoples research. Then, it is the editors' job to make the right calls.
(DIR) Post #AP5vsJEhXIFnspMH9E by dr_norb@fediscience.org
2022-10-30T13:42:59Z
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#ClimateCrisis does not only mean hotter, drier or wetter weather. It means that tropical diseases will spread, #food security is at risk (meaning higher food prices!) and hunger crises become more common. This will lead to civil unrest (as we learn from #history), fuelling trade issues and higher prices for goods. The increase of #poverty will affect all of us, sooner or later. https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2022/oct/25/global-health-fossil-fuels-climate-oil-gas-food-energy-cost-of-living
(DIR) Post #AP5wLFzsepxMEfEHku by dr_norb@fediscience.org
2022-10-30T13:51:00Z
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@Kencf618033 Wildfires come because flammable plant matter is dry, and gets incinerated (usually by people).The weather extremes come because warmer air can take up more water. As long as it can it does, so it's drier, but when it rains, then it pours.
(DIR) Post #AP9hGWmt2gnNiZ60gK by dr_norb@fediscience.org
2022-11-01T09:19:38Z
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@admin I don't know how laborious it is to implement custom emojis, but (at least) some of these (Wikipedia, open access, ORCiD) would be awesome for scientists.
(DIR) Post #APAC0Qmwfz0n3dvaKG by dr_norb@fediscience.org
2022-11-01T15:05:48Z
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It's November, which is the month of #Museum30.Day 1 - #Museum.I'm working in the #herbarium at the #NaturalHistoryMuseum in #London. The #NHMLondon was split off the #BritishMuseum in 1881, which itself was born out of Hans #Sloane's (1660-1753) collections of plants, animals, coins, manuscripts, books, antiquities etc.The natural history collections have a long and complex history. Almost 2 years ago, I wrote a short piece on the history of the NHM #herbaria: https://issuu.com/thevasculum/docs/vasculum_16.1/s/11551043
(DIR) Post #APBzgwLsntnO1b83hQ by dr_norb@fediscience.org
2022-11-02T11:43:57Z
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#Museum30 Day 2 - ‘Who Am I?'Well, instead of repeating my #introduction (see my pinned toots), I'd like to talk a bit about how I became a #herbarium #curator a the #NHMLondon.I am 1st generation #academic. I went to a state school in East Berlin, and I grew up without access to a garden, real nature or a lot travel. Not really what you'd expect, right? However, I had an interest in #biology and #history (but also chemistry and astronomy). I am quite curious and I really like #diversity.
(DIR) Post #APCuGH27UwwVjdJHiS by dr_norb@fediscience.org
2022-11-02T22:27:12Z
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@neglesaks Made where and which quality? And "fair' to whom?Is your question practical or hypothetical?Fair-trade clothes are often made in small batches and are especially presented, so 20$ could be justified in practice. If in mass production, I'm sure an ethically produced organic t-shirt wouldn't be much more than 9$.If you don't care about any standards, a t-shirt for 2$ wholesale could be a fair offer.
(DIR) Post #APCwynx6fOXsTwKK5Q by dr_norb@fediscience.org
2022-11-02T23:00:04Z
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@neglesaks Then about 9-10$ at the current cost of living level of typical producer countries.But that's more gut-feeling than actual knowledge of costs.
(DIR) Post #APOd8HL3PvFIV5R6sy by dr_norb@fediscience.org
2022-11-08T13:19:09Z
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[open position] at #NHMLondon:Research Leader in Collections and Culturehttps://www.jobs.ac.uk/job/CUU742/research-leader-in-collections-and-culture#museum #histodon #history #HistoryOfScience #colonialism #culture #NaturalHistory
(DIR) Post #APOpb0D5NWYrE1AjOy by dr_norb@fediscience.org
2022-11-08T14:59:20Z
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#Museum30 - Day 8. 'Clothing'You don't need particular clothing to work in a #herbarium. However, if the collections are under controlled climate, as they are at the #NHMLondon, you might want to bring a jumper or fleece jacket. We have 18° (64°F) in our collections room. It's okay for a while but not particularly pleasant after a longer time.Noise cancelling headphones are not a must either but I prefer to listen to music to cover up the noise from the ventilation system.
(DIR) Post #APXUqYapb1Wv6zxlia by dr_norb@fediscience.org
2022-11-12T20:35:40Z
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#Museum30 - Day 12. 'Tools'Making a #herbarium doesn't really need special tools. Newspaper and large books to press and dry and sturdy paper, paper strips and a bit of glue for mounting. Voilà!At the #NHMLondon, we do things a bit differently. For example, we fully glue our specimens onto the sheets (which is a controversial method). For that we have special presses, which not only look old, they are! We don't know how old but there are over 70 years old archive photos with them.
(DIR) Post #APZBCNvuIjDlebs7jU by dr_norb@fediscience.org
2022-11-13T16:23:30Z
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#Museum30 - Day 13. 'Best moment'I love my job as a #herbarium #curator because it is an intersection of #nature, #history, and #geography. My favourite moments are those with awe and #wonder, when you realise a specimen was collected by inspiring people, in amazing places or at fascinating times. The best moment for me is to learn and share these stories.For example, did you know, the #NHMLondon has the oldest sample of #tea in #Britain?😲 https://www.qmul.ac.uk/media/news/2015/hss/fancy-a-300-year-old-cuppa-researchers-uncover-the-oldest-tea-in-britain.html
(DIR) Post #APu6Gw62lkeWF0x4yW by dr_norb@fediscience.org
2022-11-23T18:20:52Z
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Museum30 Day 23 - ‘Collage'#Herbarium specimens are made for #science or #teaching nowadays. However, having plant collections was something like a nice #hobby to show around in the past, maybe similar to collecting stamps, baseball cards or car models.The #NHMLondon also has some of those collections, which have much more of an ornamental focus. Quite often, other material was added to make it look prettier, which then is like a #collage of beautiful #plants #mastoart
(DIR) Post #AQf4Eb0N9EFulkAjTM by dr_norb@fediscience.org
2022-12-16T10:27:58Z
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@Hyolobrika @jeffcliff@shitposter.club This rant conflates issues with the #publishing models, #academia and #peerReview. Yes, there are many problems but cause isn't peer #review itself. Academia and publishing are (turned even more into) businesses and therefore also breeding grounds for scams and deceit. At the same time, academia is also a place for pride and sense of duty which both can be and are exploited. Peer review simply reflects that but it isn't the cause.
(DIR) Post #AQf7DLgwte4yqgBT3A by dr_norb@fediscience.org
2022-12-16T11:01:22Z
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@Hyolobrika @jeffcliff@shitposter.club @academicchatter That rant conflates issues with #AcademicPublishing #academia and #PeerReview itself. Peer review has its problems, definitely, but as with most #academic issues they stem from academia being a competition for limited funds and for pride, not for the best ideas or collaboration. But not only #researchers compete, also #publishers compete for limited funds. As with any competition, there are always those who cut corners, who lie and fake. 1/
(DIR) Post #ARSkwswJCwcuNyjZSq by dr_norb@fediscience.org
2023-01-06T11:48:43Z
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@ibarbers @TashaMC "Invited reviews" and special issues are basically ideal money makers. Authors feel honoured and squeeze out some half-baked data and rephrase already published data and pay for that. Reduced scientific advance but increased profit for publishers.
(DIR) Post #ARSkwtvHYFOpR5GGVE by dr_norb@fediscience.org
2023-01-09T09:43:20Z
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@TashaMC @ibarbers @academicchatter #AcademicPublishing is a free market. It behaves as one. There is a high demand for uncritical, fast publishing -> #PredatoryJournals cover that. There is also a high demand for high visibility (marketed as "impact"). #Journal brands ("Nature", "Frontiers") accommodate that, of course for a price. High demand for a rare commodity drives profits. It's simple.