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Eight Centimeters Per Second — The Science Writer Reflections on the Fukushima nuclear accident, addiction, and the speed of recovery.

Trace radioactive particles from the Fukushima nuclear disaster in Japan across the Pacific Ocean as Mollie Elizabeth Wood tracks the speed of addiction & recovery until they collide on sacred shores in “Eight Centimeters Per Second.”

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Beads or Bust? The Hidden Impact of Mardi Gras Waste — The Science Writer Mardi Gras beads leave behind more than memories — studies reveal toxic metals in the festive throwaways, raising concerns for public and environmental health.

Mardi Gras beads, though stylish, may contain high amounts of heavy metals like lead.

Amy Grace Sullivan exposes how these toxins snuck into an American tradition and how to protect yourself next parade season.

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#MardiGras #heavymetals #leadpoisoning

Of Shrews and Women — The Science Writer Writer Diane Geiser discovers a dead shrew on a winter hike, sparking a reflection on biology, menopause, chronic illness, and the misunderstood strength of women — and shrews.

Shrews and women have more in common than you might think, but not like you expect!

For @sciwritermag.bsky.social's Toxic Issue, Diane Geiser burrows into the toxicity of language and culture surrounding menopause in her personal essay “Of Shrews and Women”: www.thesciencewriter.org/toxic-storie...

Killing for Comfort — The Science Writer Houseflies might disgust us, but their decline may spell disaster. A dissection on the ecological role of flies and how urban pest control fuels a larger insect crisis, threatening pollinators, biodiv...

With a flick of a swatter or spray of insecticide, you may be inviting calamity. The humble housefly could be an early pollinator & primary decayer we destroy at our own peril.

@morganzepp.bsky.social explores biodiversity decline in Killing For Comfort: www.thesciencewriter.org/toxic-storie...

Untangling the Messy Reality of Clean Beauty — The Science Writer With limited regulation surrounding the terms used to market personal care products in the U.S., consumers must decode the true meaning of clean beauty

People across the political spectrum worry about toxic ingredients in makeup, skin care, and hair products. Some scientists say that companies abuse those fears.

For @sciwritermag.bsky.social's Toxic Issue, Clare Eigenbrode explores the clean beauty space: www.thesciencewriter.org/toxic-storie...

The Cosmic Cycle of Dust — The Science Writer How dust has quietly shaped the universe for billions of years.

Dust is part of our daily lives here on Earth, but dust may also be a more integral part of our cosmic lives than we realize. ✨

Join Meghan Feldman as she illustrates how deeply dust and the cosmos are intertwined: www.thesciencewriter.org/small-things...

#Astronomy #Space #NASA #hubbletelescope

Lice Lessons Learned — The Science Writer A pediatrician explains everything you never wanted to know about lice.

Lice are a fact of life for many children and their families, as well as the medical and industry professionals who help treat them. For The Science Writer, Sarah Hartnett shares the history and her perspective on the teeny, tiny menace.

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The Science Writer Read the latest issue of The Science Writer, which highlights the talents of students in the Johns Hopkins University M.A. in Science Writing Program!

Issue 07: Small Things, the latest issue of The Science Writer, is live and ready for you to explore!

Visit thesciencewriter.org (link in bio) to read about all things small — from an explainer on space dust to a reported essay by a pediatrician on the scourge of lice.

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The Science Writer Read the latest issue of The Science Writer, which highlights the talents of students in the Johns Hopkins University M.A. in Science Writing Program!

The Science Writer is a magazine highlighting the talents of students in the JHU Science Writing Program. With a focus on journalistic integrity and craft, the magazine uses the lens of science to explore issues facing our world. Visit: www.thesciencewriter.org.

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