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Mark Crowe
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Occasional poster on random Brisbane and genomics matters.
A pleasant start to day two of the #CTBMB workshop!
August 27, 2025 at 3:32 AM
Reposted by Mark Crowe
I spoke with Kari Jordan and Erin Becker of The Carpentries about why they declined a $1.5M NSF grant intended to expand data science training. Their decision highlights the growing intersection of #science, #DEI, and federal policy.

Read the full story on Forbes: www.forbes.com/sites/johndr...
Nonprofit Refuses $1.5M Science Grant Due To New Federal DEI Rules
A coding nonprofit turned down a $1.5M NSF grant after new DEI restrictions, highlighting the clash between federal policy and scientific community values.
www.forbes.com
August 8, 2025 at 2:41 PM
Reposted by Mark Crowe
Must read piece on @carpentries.carpentries.org 's brave and principled decision to turn down a $1.5M NSF grant rather than compromise their core value of inclusion.

Kudos to The Carpentries, and let's support them and others who won't cross the first line.
I spoke with Kari Jordan and Erin Becker of The Carpentries about why they declined a $1.5M NSF grant intended to expand data science training. Their decision highlights the growing intersection of #science, #DEI, and federal policy.

Read the full story on Forbes: www.forbes.com/sites/johndr...
Nonprofit Refuses $1.5M Science Grant Due To New Federal DEI Rules
A coding nonprofit turned down a $1.5M NSF grant after new DEI restrictions, highlighting the clash between federal policy and scientific community values.
www.forbes.com
August 13, 2025 at 5:33 PM
Today's been a remarkably good day considering the alarm didn't go off!
July 31, 2025 at 6:37 AM
Working in the lab or behind a computer, it's sometimes easy to overlook the real reason for your work. Thanks to the Children's Cancer Institute for this fantastic highlight of the difference researchers can make. www.youtube.com/watch?v=q-YQ... @kidscancerinst.bsky.social #AGRF #genomics
Showcasing our Research Highlights from 2024
YouTube video by Children's Cancer Institute
www.youtube.com
July 14, 2025 at 7:27 AM
Calling livestock/conservation/vet researchers. Join Bioplatforms Australia's "Animal Disease Genomics Initiative" to generate genomic data for animal pathogens and parasites. See bioplatforms.com/animal-disea... for info and to nominate a project. @bioplatformsaus.bsky.social #agrf #genomics
Animal Disease Genomics Initiative – Request for Partnership 2025 - Bioplatforms Australia
REQUEST FOR PARTNERSHIP GUIDELINES BACKGROUNDAnimal diseases continue to pose a growing threat to Australia’s agriculture, biosecurity, and public health. Climate change, land use change, global trade...
bioplatforms.com
July 9, 2025 at 6:01 AM
Thanks to #ResBazQLD for inviting me to the beautiful University of the Sunshine Coast Moreton Bay campus this week to talk about @carpentries.carpentries.org commitment to Equity and Inclusivity.
July 4, 2025 at 6:57 AM
Researchers of pest and predator insects: the Bioplatforms Australia Integrated Pest Management Omics Initiative closes in just a couple of weeks. See bioplatforms.com/project/inte... for details. Applications are quick and easy.
Integrated Pest Management Omics Initiative - Bioplatforms Australia
bioplatforms.com
April 2, 2025 at 12:04 AM