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@mkvarun.com.bsky.social

he/him/his Machine learning. Computational Neuroscience. Healthcare. Engineer. Explorer. Seek to spread love, bring joy and make this world better! Looking for a full-time position in computational neuroscience. Website: mkvarun.com

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Hi Dr. Genzel, I am interested in this position and was wondering whether the position is open to internationals currently living outside the Netherlands as well.

15.10.2025 18:05 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
Varun Machhale Kumar

I’m currently looking for full-time roles in Machine Learning, Data Science, or Computational Neuroscience.

If you know of any relevant roles or teams hiring, I would greatly appreciate a connection.

Portfolio: www.mkvarun.com

#MachineLearning #DataScience #AI #JobSearch #NeuroJobs #STEMJobs

23.09.2025 05:30 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Paris cleaned up the Seine by fixing sewers, building stormwater basins, and pulling out trashβ€”enough that people can swim there for the first time in 100 years. Social media needs the same: infrastructure fixes, not cosmetic tweaks.

27.08.2025 13:05 β€” πŸ‘ 510    πŸ” 68    πŸ’¬ 6    πŸ“Œ 3
Varun Machhale Kumar

Hi, Dr. Pedro. I’m interested in this position and am wondering if it’s still available. My background lies at the intersection of neuroscience and AI. You can check my qualifications and background here: mkvarun.com

07.08.2025 22:18 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Congratulations, Anna πŸ™Œ

01.07.2025 19:39 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Varun Machhale Kumar

Hey Dan, I’m interested in the computational lab tech/lab manager role. I have a background in computational neuroscience (AI, neural data analysis, handling physiological data like EEG, LFP, spike unit analysis) and software development. How can I know more about the position and apply?
Thanks!

23.06.2025 21:50 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Hi Dr. Petzschner, is the Lab Manager/RA position still available at PEAC Lab?

20.06.2025 20:38 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

RIGHT to decide WHO can access information about oneself!

19.06.2025 05:41 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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BioFase has developed biodegradable cutlery and straws made from avocado seeds, and they can fully break down within just 240 days. Using discarded avocado pits from food processors, BioFase transforms what would otherwise be waste into durable utensils

17.06.2025 09:39 β€” πŸ‘ 11    πŸ” 9    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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How to use Bluesky to grow your brand - atpotato A comprehensive guide for companies, communities, and creators looking to establish and grow their presence on Bluesky.

I’m excited to finally share a project I’ve been working on for several months…

I’ve published a long-form guide for how companies, communities, and creators can use Bluesky to grow their brands β€” you can check it out on @atpota.to.

It’s not perfect, but it’s a solid start that I’ll keep updated!

11.06.2025 20:00 β€” πŸ‘ 355    πŸ” 88    πŸ’¬ 17    πŸ“Œ 7

πŸ˜‚πŸ˜‚

10.06.2025 22:37 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A photo of Room 2-222 clicked at 2:22PM :P

A photo of Room 2-222 clicked at 2:22PM :P

Okay I know you won’t believe me when I say I saw a room 2-222 exactly at 2:22 (PM) yesterday 😀 so here you go!! (Maybe I should have made a wish)

10.06.2025 22:34 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

ChatGPT finally achieves AGI and realises it’s nice out so downs tools and heads to the beach

10.06.2025 11:56 β€” πŸ‘ 11    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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XD. Yeah, I long walks and picnics too! But I also like to text via an encrypted channel :) So it’s a date then?

09.06.2025 20:25 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
Vice Provost for Student Life - Vice Provost for Student Life - Purdue University Purdue University LogoPurdue University Logo Student Life is comprised of a broad range of departments, units, programs and people dedicated to supporting students and helping them find a home at Purdue University.

More Purdue student resources at: www.purdue.edu/vpsl/index.php

09.06.2025 00:35 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
WHY SLEEP IS SO IMPORTANT?

1. LEARNING: Sleep impacts your learning, concentration and creativity. Every hour of lost sleep is associated with a 0.7-point reduction in GPA!

2. MENTAL AND PHYSICAL HEALTH: Sleep helps your brain work properly, improves attention, supports healing and repairing and decreases your risk of health problems.
For optimum health, aim for 7-9 hours of sleep per day.
If proper sleep quantity cannot be achieved, try to nap 30-45 minutes in the earlier parts of the day.

3. EFFICIENCY: Healthy sleep helps you recharge. Consistently postponing sleep for other commitments can reduce your overall productivity and efficiency.

4. DECISION MAKING: Getting a good night's sleep improves decision-making and problem-solving skills.

WHY SLEEP IS SO IMPORTANT? 1. LEARNING: Sleep impacts your learning, concentration and creativity. Every hour of lost sleep is associated with a 0.7-point reduction in GPA! 2. MENTAL AND PHYSICAL HEALTH: Sleep helps your brain work properly, improves attention, supports healing and repairing and decreases your risk of health problems. For optimum health, aim for 7-9 hours of sleep per day. If proper sleep quantity cannot be achieved, try to nap 30-45 minutes in the earlier parts of the day. 3. EFFICIENCY: Healthy sleep helps you recharge. Consistently postponing sleep for other commitments can reduce your overall productivity and efficiency. 4. DECISION MAKING: Getting a good night's sleep improves decision-making and problem-solving skills.

CONNECT WITH PURDUE CAMPUS RESOURCES
There are many resources at Purdue to help students foster healthy sleep habits.

SELF-HELP/SELF-DIRECTED
TAO: Therapy Assistance Online - A free web and app-based mental health resource. Search for "Sleep" within TAO to see available self-guided information.
Steps to Leaps Sleep Module - In this self-guided course, learn more about this important activity and how you can improve your sleeping skills.
Download from Training@Purdue in your Brightspace to complete at your own pace.

Recreation & Wellness Sleep Handbook - This handbook is designed to give you the foundational tools needed to get the most out of a night's rest.

TREATMENT SERVICES
Medical Appointment - PUSH provides primary care for both acute and chronic medical conditions by appointment.
CAPS Sleep Hygiene Education - CAPS provides one-on-one sleep hygiene education appointments with a registered nurse.

CAPS Brief Screen - CAPS offers same day/next day access for anyone wanting to get started with services. Brief screen appointments can be scheduled online, by calling CAPS or by stopping by PUSH.

PREVENTION PROGRAMMING AND SUPPORT
Recreation & Wellness Sleep Presentation - Request a sleep wellness presentation from the Wellness Department in Recreation & Wellness.
This free service allows you to bring in a wellness staff member to talk about a wellness topic of your choice.

Wellness Coaching in Recreation & Wellness - Wellness coaching can take your sleep goals and turn them into action. Work with your coach to sculpt goals, overcome barriers and build a lifestyle that meets your sense of purpose.

CAPS Ambassadors - This peer support group helps provide education and outreach initiatives to destigmatize mental health challenges and promote inclusivity, understanding and self-discovery.

CAPS Let's Talk - Do you have a brief concern that you'd like to speak to a CAPS clinician about? Let's Talk is a confidential, informal drop-in consultation session.

CONNECT WITH PURDUE CAMPUS RESOURCES There are many resources at Purdue to help students foster healthy sleep habits. SELF-HELP/SELF-DIRECTED TAO: Therapy Assistance Online - A free web and app-based mental health resource. Search for "Sleep" within TAO to see available self-guided information. Steps to Leaps Sleep Module - In this self-guided course, learn more about this important activity and how you can improve your sleeping skills. Download from Training@Purdue in your Brightspace to complete at your own pace. Recreation & Wellness Sleep Handbook - This handbook is designed to give you the foundational tools needed to get the most out of a night's rest. TREATMENT SERVICES Medical Appointment - PUSH provides primary care for both acute and chronic medical conditions by appointment. CAPS Sleep Hygiene Education - CAPS provides one-on-one sleep hygiene education appointments with a registered nurse. CAPS Brief Screen - CAPS offers same day/next day access for anyone wanting to get started with services. Brief screen appointments can be scheduled online, by calling CAPS or by stopping by PUSH. PREVENTION PROGRAMMING AND SUPPORT Recreation & Wellness Sleep Presentation - Request a sleep wellness presentation from the Wellness Department in Recreation & Wellness. This free service allows you to bring in a wellness staff member to talk about a wellness topic of your choice. Wellness Coaching in Recreation & Wellness - Wellness coaching can take your sleep goals and turn them into action. Work with your coach to sculpt goals, overcome barriers and build a lifestyle that meets your sense of purpose. CAPS Ambassadors - This peer support group helps provide education and outreach initiatives to destigmatize mental health challenges and promote inclusivity, understanding and self-discovery. CAPS Let's Talk - Do you have a brief concern that you'd like to speak to a CAPS clinician about? Let's Talk is a confidential, informal drop-in consultation session.

Why Sleep Is So Important: For Learning, Mental and Physical Health, Efficiency and Decision Making!

There are several options available on Purdue campus for improving mental health from self-help resources to professional services. Check it out!

Credits: Purdue University Student Life

09.06.2025 00:33 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

What’s the solution to having all these different messaging platforms like Signal, Telegram, WhatsApp, Messenger? Is there something out there where users can directly communicate cross-platforms with E2EE or do we all have to switch to one app for E2EE to work?

08.06.2025 22:24 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Can someone direct me to sources to understand what the ATProtocol is? I still don’t completely understand it. Does it mean anyone can move data between apps built on the protocol? Can we communicate between users using different apps?

08.06.2025 22:20 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Do we have a date for the launch πŸ‘€?

08.06.2025 22:16 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Yes, OpenStreetMaps @openstreetmap.bsky.social was the one I was searching for. The short form OsmAnd threw me off. I like how detailed this service is!

08.06.2025 22:08 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

I can only think of a subscription-based (low-tier/high-tier) or donation run model (but ig this ain’t a non-profit). Completely against ad-based models.
Subscriptions for advanced features (editing, longer videos) rather than you know *cough cough X cough* taking what is free and charging for it.

08.06.2025 21:59 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Bluesky needs more influential people to join and post here rather than (or in both) other social platforms. People with massive followings (Musicians, media, companies etc) need to be convinced. What’s the incentive to moving here for most people? It’s content, content, good BS exclusive content.

08.06.2025 21:53 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Large wind mills spread across the horizon, above a green field and under dark rain clouds

Large wind mills spread across the horizon, above a green field and under dark rain clouds

Power Grid

#photography

07.06.2025 12:55 β€” πŸ‘ 36    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
A digital rainbow with people’s airplane colorings displayed on the screen.

A digital rainbow with people’s airplane colorings displayed on the screen.

Happy Pride Month to EVERYONE! β™₯οΈπŸ’šπŸ§‘πŸ’œπŸ’›πŸ–€πŸ’™

01.06.2025 06:25 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

CONGRATS Taylor Swift on buying back the masters to your original 6 albums!! After 20 years of hard-work, the sadness and longing, the memories, the fights, the silent struggles, the conversations ignited, the re-recordings, the tour, you finally did it!! Now, all YOUR music is YOURS :)
#TaylorSwift

01.06.2025 05:51 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Open your eyes to the beauty around you
Open your mind to the wonders of life
Open your heart to those who love you
And always be true to yourself.

- Maya Angelou #Quotes

31.05.2025 00:44 β€” πŸ‘ 26    πŸ” 10    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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I don't read too many books like this, but I quite enjoyed The War of Art recommended by a colleague.

Here is one of my favorite excerpts: 🧡1/N

24.05.2025 15:14 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 1

I'm an advisor to this startup, whose product is a trust & safety-minded E2EE messenger (two great tastes that taste great together). Having E2EE for Bluesky DMs is hella good - this is very exciting!

20.05.2025 21:08 β€” πŸ‘ 27    πŸ” 7    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0

β€œDo you HEAR the PEOPLE sing?
Singing a song of ANGRY men?
It is the music of a people
Who will NOT be SLAVES again!
When the beating of your HEART
Echoes the BEATING of the drums
There is a LIFE about to START
When TOMORROW comes!β€œ
~ Do you hear the people sing, Les MisΓ©rables

21.05.2025 01:48 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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