Jeff DaCosta
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Associate Professor of the Practice @BostonCollege | ecology, behavior, evolution | dad | first-gen | he/him | views my own
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For people teaching biodiversity in intro biology, which topology do you use for animals?
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For people teaching biodiversity in intro biology, which topology do you use for animals?
1️⃣ <a href="https://poll.blue/p/bqs5jm/1" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">Sponges-sister
2️⃣ <a href="https://poll.blue/p/bqs5jm/2" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">Ctenophores-sister
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2️⃣ <a href="https://poll.blue/p/bqs5jm/2" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">Ctenophores-sister
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November 15, 2025 at 10:29 PM
For people teaching biodiversity in intro biology, which topology do you use for animals?
1️⃣ <a href="https://poll.blue/p/bqs5jm/1" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">Sponges-sister
2️⃣ <a href="https://poll.blue/p/bqs5jm/2" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">Ctenophores-sister
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2️⃣ <a href="https://poll.blue/p/bqs5jm/2" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">Ctenophores-sister
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For people teaching biodiversity in intro biology, which topology do you use for animals?
1️⃣ <a href="https://poll.blue/p/Vam1Ei/1" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">Sponges-sister
2️⃣ <a href="https://poll.blue/p/Vam1Ei/2" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">Ctenophores-sister
3️⃣ <a href="https://poll.blue/p/Vam1Ei/3" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">Polytomy
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2️⃣ <a href="https://poll.blue/p/Vam1Ei/2" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">Ctenophores-sister
3️⃣ <a href="https://poll.blue/p/Vam1Ei/3" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">Polytomy
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November 15, 2025 at 10:29 PM
For people teaching biodiversity in intro biology, which topology do you use for animals?
1️⃣ <a href="https://poll.blue/p/Vam1Ei/1" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">Sponges-sister
2️⃣ <a href="https://poll.blue/p/Vam1Ei/2" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">Ctenophores-sister
3️⃣ <a href="https://poll.blue/p/Vam1Ei/3" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">Polytomy
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1️⃣ <a href="https://poll.blue/p/Vam1Ei/1" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">Sponges-sister
2️⃣ <a href="https://poll.blue/p/Vam1Ei/2" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">Ctenophores-sister
3️⃣ <a href="https://poll.blue/p/Vam1Ei/3" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">Polytomy
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Scientists point to a long list of findings that emerged out of fundamental research, the type of studies the US government is cutting, and went on to change the world. Nature lists a few of their examples. 🧪
7 basic science discoveries that changed the world
Ozempic, MRI machines and flat screen televisions all emerged out of fundamental research decades earlier — the very types of study being slashed by the US government.
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November 1, 2025 at 4:03 PM
Scientists point to a long list of findings that emerged out of fundamental research, the type of studies the US government is cutting, and went on to change the world. Nature lists a few of their examples. 🧪
In the Boston area and interested in teaching Biostatistics? We are looking for a part-time person to teach the course this spring. This is a great opportunity to gain university-level teaching experience! apply.interfolio.com/172818
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October 1, 2025 at 8:14 PM
In the Boston area and interested in teaching Biostatistics? We are looking for a part-time person to teach the course this spring. This is a great opportunity to gain university-level teaching experience! apply.interfolio.com/172818
An impressive study that was partially funded by the Neotropical Grassland Conservancy. Learn more about the organization at conservegrassland.org
July 17, 2025 at 7:51 PM
An impressive study that was partially funded by the Neotropical Grassland Conservancy. Learn more about the organization at conservegrassland.org
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On Sunday, Messina College welcomed its second class to the Brookline Campus as new Eagles moved in and had Orientation.
Welcome to the Heights! 🦅
Photos 📸 on.bc.edu/4lzt9iO
Welcome to the Heights! 🦅
Photos 📸 on.bc.edu/4lzt9iO
July 8, 2025 at 11:34 PM
On Sunday, Messina College welcomed its second class to the Brookline Campus as new Eagles moved in and had Orientation.
Welcome to the Heights! 🦅
Photos 📸 on.bc.edu/4lzt9iO
Welcome to the Heights! 🦅
Photos 📸 on.bc.edu/4lzt9iO
Reposted by Jeff DaCosta
NEW: Under Trump, the National Science Foundation is awarding grants at the slowest pace in decades. We took a detailed look at every area of science affected by the funding lag. Here's a gift link: www.nytimes.com/interactive/...
May 22, 2025 at 1:21 PM
NEW: Under Trump, the National Science Foundation is awarding grants at the slowest pace in decades. We took a detailed look at every area of science affected by the funding lag. Here's a gift link: www.nytimes.com/interactive/...
My department at Boston College is seeking a full time visiting professor to teach anatomy and physiology next year, mainly geared toward first-year nursing students. www.higheredjobs.com/details.cfm?...
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May 12, 2025 at 4:32 PM
My department at Boston College is seeking a full time visiting professor to teach anatomy and physiology next year, mainly geared toward first-year nursing students. www.higheredjobs.com/details.cfm?...
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A reminder that applications for our Memorial Grants program are due tomorrow!. These $2000-10000 USD grants provide unrestricted funds (direct or indirect costs, including salary) to promote conservation research in Neotropical grasslands. conservegrassland.org/our-programs/
OUR PROGRAMS | NGC - Neotropical Grassland Conservancy
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February 28, 2025 at 5:03 PM
A reminder that applications for our Memorial Grants program are due tomorrow!. These $2000-10000 USD grants provide unrestricted funds (direct or indirect costs, including salary) to promote conservation research in Neotropical grasslands. conservegrassland.org/our-programs/
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A reminder that applications for our Memorial Grants program are due soon on March 1st. These $2000-10000 USD grants provide unrestricted funds (direct or indirect costs, including salary) to promote conservation research in Neotropical grasslands. conservegrassland.org/our-programs/
OUR PROGRAMS | NGC - Neotropical Grassland Conservancy
conservegrassland.org
February 14, 2025 at 5:05 PM
A reminder that applications for our Memorial Grants program are due soon on March 1st. These $2000-10000 USD grants provide unrestricted funds (direct or indirect costs, including salary) to promote conservation research in Neotropical grasslands. conservegrassland.org/our-programs/
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Welcome to the newest Eagles! Messina College has begun accepting its second class to the Heights 🦅
January 16, 2025 at 11:49 PM
Welcome to the newest Eagles! Messina College has begun accepting its second class to the Heights 🦅
In the Boston area and interested in adjunct work teaching microbiology or A&P labs? My department at Boston College has two openings for the spring.
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November 19, 2024 at 10:02 PM
In the Boston area and interested in adjunct work teaching microbiology or A&P labs? My department at Boston College has two openings for the spring.
apply.interfolio.com/157621
apply.interfolio.com/157617
apply.interfolio.com/157621
apply.interfolio.com/157617
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Conducting conservation research in Neotropical grasslands? Our Student Grant Program provides grants ($1500) towards transportation and consumables, and our Research Equipment Program provides basic research equipment ($100-2000). The next application deadline is December 1st! conservegrassland.org
NGC - Neotropical Grassland Conservancy | NGC - Neotropical Grassland Conservancy
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November 19, 2024 at 9:56 PM
Conducting conservation research in Neotropical grasslands? Our Student Grant Program provides grants ($1500) towards transportation and consumables, and our Research Equipment Program provides basic research equipment ($100-2000). The next application deadline is December 1st! conservegrassland.org
Reposted by Jeff DaCosta
Rise and shine! ☀️ 🐦
As a treat for making it through the week, BOW is OPEN ACCESS TODAY through Monday, 18 November! There's been a lot of updates over the last 3 weeks, so come catch up with us. Maybe you'll see some new faces... 👀
Tell your friends!
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As a treat for making it through the week, BOW is OPEN ACCESS TODAY through Monday, 18 November! There's been a lot of updates over the last 3 weeks, so come catch up with us. Maybe you'll see some new faces... 👀
Tell your friends!
buff.ly/48L0thD
November 14, 2024 at 3:59 PM
Rise and shine! ☀️ 🐦
As a treat for making it through the week, BOW is OPEN ACCESS TODAY through Monday, 18 November! There's been a lot of updates over the last 3 weeks, so come catch up with us. Maybe you'll see some new faces... 👀
Tell your friends!
buff.ly/48L0thD
As a treat for making it through the week, BOW is OPEN ACCESS TODAY through Monday, 18 November! There's been a lot of updates over the last 3 weeks, so come catch up with us. Maybe you'll see some new faces... 👀
Tell your friends!
buff.ly/48L0thD
My department at Boston College is hiring a full time, non-tenure track Assistant Professor of the Practice. The primary responsibilities are teaching 1st/2nd year labs in anatomy, physiology, and microbiology. Job listing: apply.interfolio.com/153618&source
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September 16, 2024 at 9:08 PM
My department at Boston College is hiring a full time, non-tenure track Assistant Professor of the Practice. The primary responsibilities are teaching 1st/2nd year labs in anatomy, physiology, and microbiology. Job listing: apply.interfolio.com/153618&source
I appreciate it when students have the levity to draw a picture or write a note on an exam question when they don’t know the answer
May 15, 2024 at 12:12 PM
I appreciate it when students have the levity to draw a picture or write a note on an exam question when they don’t know the answer
Ornithology biodiversity practical exam today had some empty stations with placeholders that students scribbled notes on. Some favs, "be the bird," "I like big birds and I cannot lie," and "you look like a bird-of-paradise today"
May 8, 2024 at 9:02 PM
Ornithology biodiversity practical exam today had some empty stations with placeholders that students scribbled notes on. Some favs, "be the bird," "I like big birds and I cannot lie," and "you look like a bird-of-paradise today"
Had a great time with some ornithology students on a field trip this weekend. Mainly sea ducks in Gloucester MA area. These students (mostly pre-health) don’t get out in nature that often given our urban/suburban campus.
April 11, 2024 at 1:45 AM
Had a great time with some ornithology students on a field trip this weekend. Mainly sea ducks in Gloucester MA area. These students (mostly pre-health) don’t get out in nature that often given our urban/suburban campus.
Science editorial from Chuck Davis (Harvard Herbaria) “natural history collections are not only facilitating a deeper and broader understanding of the past and present world but are also providing tools to meet both known and unforeseen challenges facing humanity”
Collections are truly priceless
Last month, Duke University in North Carolina announced that it was shuttering its herbarium. The collection consists of nearly 1 million specimens representing the most comprehensive and historic set...
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March 11, 2024 at 12:22 AM
Science editorial from Chuck Davis (Harvard Herbaria) “natural history collections are not only facilitating a deeper and broader understanding of the past and present world but are also providing tools to meet both known and unforeseen challenges facing humanity”
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LIVING FOSSILS: They GAR for REAL.
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Thanks @scattercushion.bsky.social for the story in Science, see article for link to research paper led by Chase Brownstein et al! 🧪🐟
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Thanks @scattercushion.bsky.social for the story in Science, see article for link to research paper led by Chase Brownstein et al! 🧪🐟
March 4, 2024 at 6:38 PM
LIVING FOSSILS: They GAR for REAL.
www.science.org/content/arti...
Thanks @scattercushion.bsky.social for the story in Science, see article for link to research paper led by Chase Brownstein et al! 🧪🐟
www.science.org/content/arti...
Thanks @scattercushion.bsky.social for the story in Science, see article for link to research paper led by Chase Brownstein et al! 🧪🐟
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Good advice for making figure legends, from Meghan Duffy at Dynamic Ecology: dynamicecology.wordpress.com/2024/03/04/c...
Convey the key message of your figure in the first sentence of the legend
During DE 1.0, I had a series of posts that related to conveying the key message of a study. I’m going to briefly revisit a few of those here, plus add one specific suggestion: whenever possible, conv...
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March 4, 2024 at 1:22 PM
Good advice for making figure legends, from Meghan Duffy at Dynamic Ecology: dynamicecology.wordpress.com/2024/03/04/c...
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sad news - Duke University decided to dump their herbarium, which has over 800,000 plant specimens, one of the largest among in America, and includes many type specimens of Lady Gaga ferns. What a shame. Please stop Duke admins for making this horrible mistake!!
February 14, 2024 at 4:40 PM
sad news - Duke University decided to dump their herbarium, which has over 800,000 plant specimens, one of the largest among in America, and includes many type specimens of Lady Gaga ferns. What a shame. Please stop Duke admins for making this horrible mistake!!