Syma Khalid

View of the @britishlibrary.bsky.social from my hotel. A long day again, but a good day

Ancient wine-making tradition in Pakistan. An interesting read imho

www.wineenthusiast.com/kalash-wine-...

Raymond stands at the centre of the picture next to the entrance to the seminar room. He is surrounded by five family members including his wife.

Yesterday we came together to honour Professor Raymond Dwek through the naming of the Raymond Dwek Seminar Room. Raymond's family (pictured) joined the celebration and Raymond was visibly touched, saying: "Thank you for this amazing gesture. I'm humbled by it, but I will treasure it."

Andrew & Fergie hiding in the jungle to escape the Epstein allegations.
Credit: Sahdia Khalid

Where Genome Editing and Artificial Intelligence meet New Species Lie Podcast Episode · Science Of The Times · 05/02/2026 · 45m

In today's @scienceofthetimes.bsky.social @sykhalid.bsky.social ^& I talk with Adrian Wooflson about his new book "On the Future of Species". Where AI and genome editing meet, new species lie, and ethical questions emerge. podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/s...

It’s a highlight of my career that I do know him.

Many layers to this mate, but mostly- let’s be kind to each other, who knows what’s coming around the corner?

A portrait of a woman, Mary Somerville, dressed in 19th-century attire, featuring a dark gown with a fur trim and a lace ruffle at the neckline. The person has a composed expression and an elegant hairstyle. The background is dark, highlighting the figure.

A historical text page discussing a scientific study titled "On the Magnetizing Power of the More Refrangible Solar Rays" by Mrs. M. Somerville, communicated by W. Somerville, M.D. F.R.S., dated February 2, 1826.

#OnThisDay in 1826, the first paper to be written by a woman was read at a Royal Society meeting. The paper, by noted polymath Mary Somerville, was read at the meeting by her husband, as she wasn't permitted to attend. https://bit.ly/2A3Cj2N

Bacteriocin biophysics: From protein-protein interaction models to navigators of the bacterial cell envelope Bacteriocins are toxins deployed by bacteria to kill their competitors. Here, I reflect on my laboratory’s work on protein bacteriocins and their immunity proteins from Gram-negative bacteria. We unco...

A gift of an article from the inimitable Colin Kleanthous as he says a moving farewell to his laboratory. A brave, unrepentant and scientifically brilliant journey is described - please have a read, friends.

www.jbc.org/article/S002...

Three UK research councils suspend funding opportunities Temporary block on grant applications by MRC, BBSRC and EPSRC heightens concerns over funding cuts

Scientists are concerned that curiosity-driven research is set to be further cut back after three research councils confirmed they have paused funding opportunities. @jgro-the.bsky.social reports #academicsky #researchfunding
https://ow.ly/lpvO50Y67ku

It’s how I fund my research, playing as an extra in Harry Potter rip off movies

Long day, finished with a really fun dinner at Merton college Oxford

I was given the Burton diaries for my birthday a couple of years ago- so good. But his voice - something else

Football has entered a dark era

Thanks Venus. I’m heading to Brum today so cannot go, otherwise would have!

We’re not winning the league this season, but at least we’ve not lost to utterly unlikeable Arteta.

If vaccines falter, broad-spectrum antivirals provide a global shield Professor Raymond Dwek and colleagues urge renewed investment in host-targeting broad-spectrum antivirals

Professor Raymond Dwek and colleagues @ox.ac.uk urge renewed investment in host-targeting broad-spectrum antivirals as a ‘global shield’ if vaccines falter. Read more ⬇️

December in Oxford

Great photo!

Poppit the Classics School dog is getting into the festive spirit and wishes all her fans the very best.

If Oxford, colleges are a good bet. And get fellow’s discount

Wise words from @profpaulbehrens.bsky.social!

You can hear more from Paul here on our podcast: How To Build A Sustainable World - Paul Behrens.
youtu.be/VQrGldPO7P8
@timcoulson.bsky.social

England batting collapse…. And I land back at Heathrow in time for the Liverpool game- it’s just all too uplifting 🤦🏽‍♀️

Spoke to effing soon. Another one back to the bowler. Muppet

Ironically he’s still there!

Watching Crawley bat is pure pain

Thank you!

Yep, no AI used

It’s mutual! 🙌🏽

Polymyxins slow down lateral diffusion of proteins and lipopolysaccharide in the E. coli outer membrane - Communications Biology Multi-scale molecular dynamics simulations reveal that polymyxins form polymyxin-protein aggregates upon associating with the E. coli outer membrane thereby reducing lateral mobility of outer membrane...

Our paper on polymyxin interacting with the E. coli outer membrane is out! Simulations by the very talented @dheerajprakaash.bsky.social www.nature.com/articles/s42...

To scale outer membrane protein island simulated at coarse-grained resolution with portions refined at all atom resolution.

For me, parathas always bring back so many wonderful memories of my grandmother - so your post really made me smile.