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* That surely must be something that can be turned into a chant, along with things like 'Down with the Demon Run!' 'Ban the Bottle, save the boys!'

absolutely!

😆 not enough ladies, too many mans. (former Albertan enjoying your enthusiastic take here.)

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That is also a good point. For all the talk about KTPs, impact, etc how have we failed at something so basic?

This is it exactly. Maybe some university mgmt teams also made bad decisions, but they were in response to a continuous series of problematic govt policies over years.

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that is a fair point.

Excellent sheep and alt text.

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Gorgeous photo on the cover taken by the brilliant photographer @gaypanek.bsky.social ! It was fantastic collaborating with her on the design, food styling, and photos.

Thank you 😊

thank you!

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A much anticipated book. Congratulations!

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even as they defunded arts at the University level.

saw it earlier - sending good wishes.

What about comparing encyclopedia entries as a starting point? eg Britannica vs Wikipedia. Both give basic intro to idea, although somewhat different, along with some sources. Easy to read, while also showing how the interpretations can differ.

Has anyone come across sellers’ marks like this before?

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Oh Catherine is lovely and smart! Good luck with the app.

I think Monica Azzolini has done some work on sea creatures. Also Louisa Mackenzie has a book chapter on EM French sea monsters. There was also some discussion in the Sloane Letters, though I can't recall which letters specifically.

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Won't even blink. The puffy look is standard wear when it is -30 😉

The 9th Notes and Records Essay Award is open for entry! Notes and Records reports on current research and archival activities across the history of science, technology and medicine. This is open to researchers who have completed a postgrad degree within the last five years.

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