Notes on science, mentoring, technology, and public health.
Posts on vaccines and public health, environmental immunology, science careers, productivity for researchers, and the people behind the RIPLRT Institute.
Where I Was on September 11, 2001
Twenty-five years after September 11, 2001, a personal reflection from an Organic Chemistry lab at Southeastern Louisiana University to the long-term public-health research that continues to reveal the disaster's chronic and evolving health consequences.
Launch of FERMLLC Technologies: a technology branch of Félix E. Rivera-Mariani PhD LLC
FERMLLC Technologies launches as the technology branch of Felix E. Rivera-Mariani PhD LLC, focused on building practical AI-assisted systems, workflow automations, dashboards, research infrastructure, and custom web applications. Guided by the slogan…
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Why Every Newborn Needs the Hepatitis B Vaccine: Countering the Selective Screening Myth
Universal hepatitis B vaccination at birth protects all infants—not just those with infected mothers. Screening misses 50% of infections, horizontal transmission is common, and infants have 90% risk of chronic infection if exposed.
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ClickUp for Scientists: Running Labs, Mentoring, and Grants Without Burning Out
ClickUp is the command center I use to run a busy academic life—labs, mentoring, grants, courses, and outreach—without burning out. In this post I share my ready-to-clone workflows: a Lab Project Roadmap, Mentoring 1:1 cadence, a Manuscript Factory, a…
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When Science is Sidelined: A Call to Action on COVID-19 Vaccine Access
In a critical moment for public health, FDA leadership is proposing to restrict access to updated COVID-19 vaccines for healthy individuals under 65. This blog outlines the scientific and ethical implications of the proposed policy and includes the full…
Read the post →My Latest Milestones in Allergy Research, Scientific Leadership, and Public Engagement
Find here recent milestones in research, science communication, and public health leadership — from national research initiatives to academic recognitions and lab innovation.
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Society of Toxicology Mentor Match program
Attention trainees in the field of #toxicology ! Are you looking for a mentor to help you navigate your scientific career? Look no further than the Society of Toxicology (SOT) Mentor Match program! From PIs to CEOs, successful scientists credit mentors…
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Beyond "I Don't See Differences": Navigating the Nuances of DEI
Have you ever been in a conversation about Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) where someone chimes in with, "I just don't see differences between people. We're all just humans, right?" While the sentiment behind this statement might be rooted in good…
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Revolutionize Your Productivity with ClickUp 3.0: A Game-Changer in Project Management
Are you constantly searching for ways to streamline your work and boost your productivity? Look no further! I'm excited to introduce ClickUp 3.0, a groundbreaking update that's not just an upgrade but a complete transformation of how we approach productivity.
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Unveiling the Differences: Boss vs. Manager vs. Mentor
In the world of leadership and guidance, the titles "boss," "manager," and "mentor" are often used interchangeably, but they represent distinct roles and approaches. Understanding these differences is crucial for personal and professional growth, whether…
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The Journey to Becoming a College Student-Athlete
So, you've got the skills on the field and the drive in the classroom. Now, you're looking to fuse your love for sports with your academic career by becoming a college student-athlete. Transitioning from high school to college sports can be challenging yet…
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Takeaways and Advice from a Young Female Swimmer Who Recently Represented Puerto Rico
Mariana Burgos Guilfú is a prominent 13-year-old athlete. The young athlete is a member of the National Swimming Team and will soon be representing Puerto Rico, as she has in previous years, at the Central American and Caribbean Amateur Swimming…
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Navigating the College Decision: To Attend or Not to Attend?
Each of us is a “brand,” and the decision to attend college is a significant milestone that many young individuals face towards “polishing” their brand. While pursuing higher education has long been considered the traditional path to success, it's…
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Funding Campaign to Support an Aspiring PuertoRican Swimer: #TeamMariana
Mariana Burgos-Guilfú is an outstanding and aspiring 13-year-old athlete. She belongs to the Puerto Rico National Swimming Team and will soon be representing Puerto Rico, as in previous years, in the Central American and Caribbean Amateur Swimming…
Mentees @SACNAS 2022: Andrea Semidei-Rodríguez
Disclosure: This post was published at https://www.vistazoalaciencia.com/blognoticias/teamvistazo-en-sacnas-2022-andrea (in Spanish) on October 28trh, 2022.
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Mentees @SACNAS 2022: Lorraine N. Vélez-Torres
Disclosure: This post was published at https://www.riplrt.com/blogs/lorraineinsacnas on October 27h, 2022.
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Mentees @SACNAS 2022: Albersy Armina-Rodríguez
Disclosure: This post was published at https://www.vistazoalaciencia.com/blognoticias/teamvistazo-en-sacnas-2022-albersy on October 27h, 2022.
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Mentees @ SACNAS 2022: Dr. Alexandra Colón-Rodríguez
The National Diversity in STEM Conference , SACNAS 2022, which will take place in San Juan, Puerto Rico, from October 27 to October 29, marks a historic event in the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields in Puerto Rico!
Mentees @ SACNAS 2022: Xaymara Hernández-González
Disclosure: This post was previously published at https://www.riplrt.com/blogs/59hns410imfpna6av3bifnk0mqz5nl on October 25th, 2022.
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Reconociendo mis Límites e Identificando Soluciones
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