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Lee
@leeasplund.bsky.social
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I am a proud geek who embraces learning with a passion. I believe that we can each learn from one another and that we must reach out and teach and help others! I believe in sharing knowledge, mentoring others, continuous learning, and challenging yourself.
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Lee @leeasplund.bsky.social · 1d
Linda Brown Buck, co-recipient of the Nobel Prize in 2004, revealed how our sense of smell works by identifying olfactory receptors that detect thousands of odors! 🌟 #FamousScientists #NobelPrize #Biology
Linda Brown Buck, shown smiling, revealed how our sense of smell works by identifying olfactory receptors that detect thousands of odors. "#FamousScientists" appears above with logos in the corners.
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Lee @leeasplund.bsky.social · 1d
National Mammography Day nudge: make a plan that fits your health history with a clinician you trust. Offer a ride or a note to someone scheduling too. What’s your next small step? #NationalMammographyDay #BreastHealth
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Lee @leeasplund.bsky.social · 2d
World Food Day nudge: cook, share, and waste less. One small habit can feed community energy. What will you try first? #WorldFoodDay #FoodForAll
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Lee @leeasplund.bsky.social · 3d
Welcome to Wednesday Words, where I will define one word used in biotechnology or biopharma each Wednesday morning!

If you want to learn more, check out: sbee.link/yu98exhabw
#wednesdaywords #biotechnology #biopharma #science
High Potency Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (HP-API) are substances effective at very low concentrations with high biological activity. Often used in oncology, they require specialized handling and containment due to their potency and occupational hazards.
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Lee @leeasplund.bsky.social · 4d
Ada Lovelace Day is for big questions and bold builders. Boost women in STEM and pass the mic. Who would you spotlight today? #AdaLovelaceDay #WomenInSTEM
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Lee @leeasplund.bsky.social · 4d
Whether it’s a cherished holiday destination, your cozy armchair at home, or the soothing presence of your pet, these memories can evoke feelings of calm and relaxation.

#tuesdaytips #relaxationtips #relaxation
Relaxation tip displayed over a collage of images, including a person meditating by the ocean at sunset, stacked zen stones in sand, a person sipping a drink while relaxing, and a hammock on a beach at sunset. Text reads: "Recall a previous holiday or peaceful place."
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Lee @leeasplund.bsky.social · 5d
Columbus Day is a chance to look closely at history, impact, and who gets heard. Learn something new and share it with care. What perspective shaped your thinking? #ColumbusDay #ReflectAndLearn
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Lee @leeasplund.bsky.social · 5d
Wishing you a joyful Monday! Let’s approach this new week with courage and enthusiasm!

“Strive not to be a success, but rather to be of value.”
-- Albert Einstein

#motivationmonday #mondaymotivation
A close-up of a person writing with one hand while various icons float above, including a magnifying glass, calculator, graphs, and documents. The word "VALUE" is prominent at the top. The quote reads, "Strive not to be a success, but rather to be of value." — Albert Einstein.
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Lee @leeasplund.bsky.social · 7d
National Coming Out Day is about choice and safety. Share if you want, wait if you need. Allies, follow the lead you’re given and protect privacy. What support feels right today? #NationalComingOutDay #Allyship
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Lee @leeasplund.bsky.social · 8d
Samuel Achilefu’s cancer-seeing glasses allow surgeons to spot cancer cells in real time, making surgeries more precise and effective. A game-changer in cancer treatment! 🔬🩺 #FamousScientists #MedicalInnovation #CancerResearch
Samuel Achilefu, smiling and wearing glasses and a lab coat, developed cancer-seeing glasses that help surgeons detect cancer cells in real-time, improving precision and effectiveness during surgeries.
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Lee @leeasplund.bsky.social · 8d
World Homeless Day asks us to see people first. Try one act today: a meal, a check in, or a call to a local service. Small help adds up. What can you offer now? #WorldHomelessDay #CommunityCare
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Lee @leeasplund.bsky.social · 8d
World Mental Health Day reminder: protect your own energy and show gentle care to friends, family, and coworkers. Small habits add up. What practice helps you reset? #WorldMentalHealthDay #MentalHealthMatters
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Lee @leeasplund.bsky.social · 9d
National Bullying Prevention Month reminds us to check in, document if needed, and get support. If it’s safe, interrupt with calm language. What’s one line you keep ready? #NationalBullyingPreventionMonth #StopBullying
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Lee @leeasplund.bsky.social · 10d
National Stop Bullying Day reminder: check in, set a boundary, ask for help when needed. Small actions add up. What line do you keep ready? #NationalStopBullyingDay #StopBullying
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Lee @leeasplund.bsky.social · 10d
Welcome to Wednesday Words, where I will define one word used in biotechnology or biopharma each Wednesday morning!

If you want to learn more, check out: sbee.link/bwcypfg7jv

#wednesdaywords #biotechnology #biopharma #science
pH measures the concentration of hydrogen ions, indicating the acidity or alkalinity of a solution. The image shows a gloved hand holding a syringe with a red liquid.
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Lee @leeasplund.bsky.social · 11d
Breast Cancer Awareness Month is close to my heart. I lost my grandmother, and I’m holding hope that science leads us to a kinder future. Who are you honoring or supporting today? #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth #HonorAndHope
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Lee @leeasplund.bsky.social · 11d
Struggling with procrastination? Develop self-discipline by eliminating distractions and keeping the promises you make to yourself. Stick to your plan and push your projects forward! 💪 #SelfDiscipline #StayFocused #BeatProcrastination

#tuesdaytips #Producivity
Productivity tip with background images of a folder labeled "Communication," a weekly planner with a pen, someone typing on a keyboard with sticky notes nearby, and a label marked "Productivity." The central text reads: "Develop some self-discipline! Keep the commitments you make to yourself and others." Text at the top says "Productivity" and at the bottom "Tuesdays Tips."
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Lee @leeasplund.bsky.social · 12d
World Habitat Day nudges us to care for the places we share. Cleaner streets, greener yards, kinder neighbors. What local change would make life better today? #WorldHabitatDay #Community
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Lee @leeasplund.bsky.social · 12d
Child Health Day spotlight: follow the evidence. Well visits, vaccines, active play, safer sleep, smoke free spaces, and the right car seat add up over time. What’s your next tiny move? #ChildHealthDay #EvidenceBasedCare
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Lee @leeasplund.bsky.social · 12d
Honor CP voices. Ask, don’t assume. Offer options and respect pace. What’s one practical support that really helps? #WorldCerebralPalsyDay #Accessibility
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Lee @leeasplund.bsky.social · 12d
World Cerebral Palsy Day centers visibility, access, and choice. Celebrate people with CP and the folks who support them. What small change would make your space more welcoming today? #WorldCerebralPalsyDay #Inclusion
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Lee @leeasplund.bsky.social · 12d
Happy Monday! Let’s make this new week one of growth and fresh beginnings!

"Step out of the history that is holding you back. Step into the new story you are willing to create."

--Oprah Winfrey

#motivationmonday #mondaymotivation
Old, worn stone steps leading to an overgrown area, with a quote overlay. The quote reads: "Motivation Mondays. 'Step out of the history that is holding you back. Step into the new story you are willing to create.' — Oprah Winfrey."
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Lee @leeasplund.bsky.social · 13d
World Teachers’ Day belongs to the people who spark curiosity and keep showing up. Too many in the U.S. still lack fair pay and support. Here’s to a better deal for teachers. Who do you want to thank? #WorldTeachersDay #SupportTeachers
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Lee @leeasplund.bsky.social · 13d
National Do Something Nice Day is your cue to act small and kind. Pick one person, one gesture, one moment. What will you do first? #DoSomethingNiceDay #Kindness
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Lee @leeasplund.bsky.social · 14d
LGBT History Month is a reminder to learn, listen and pass it on. Which LGBTQ+ story or local trailblazer shaped your view of courage? #LGBTHistoryMonth #InclusiveHistory