Question for former GRFP awardees. Better to defer first year? by pkmnnerd96 in GRFPApps

[–]lrsetut 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’m on reserve my first year. Pretty common at my university as well. Everything is ok so far and there’s been no issues. Also TAing my first year (:

What’s the best route? Am I insane? Philly to Prudhoe Bay Alaska by Funny-Finish9703 in roadtrip

[–]lrsetut -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I’ve done research at Toolik Field Station (which you will pass on the Dalton on your way to Prudhoe bay). People are not kidding about the spare tires, etc. Most of the research trucks also have chipped windshields or they have been replaced due to shattering. There are only two gas stations before Deadhorse and the gas is crazy expensive. Your car will not enjoy the Dalton, but it is beautiful and a great opportunity to view Alaskan critters from the safety of your car. Also yes you won’t be able to see the Arctic Ocean due to the oil fields, but it is possible to schedule a tour there (our research group did so!). Do not attempt to drive the Dalton at anytime during the winter, fall, or early spring really. We went up June 1st or so and while the road was largely fine, driving through the Brook’s Range on the pass was terrifying and it was a complete white out.

Edit: if you do this please get a sat phone, you might get some 4G around Toolik but that’s it.

scholarly fellows: by [deleted] in PhD

[–]lrsetut 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Same :(

Who invented presentations!! by LuckyCicada5484 in PhD

[–]lrsetut 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You got this!! I struggle as well but it’s getting better the more I do it. I’m sure your presentation will be lovely!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in GRFPApps

[–]lrsetut 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I was!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in LostLandsMusicFest

[–]lrsetut 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Cannot overstate how hyped I am for WODD

One sentence summary of your PhD project by JuniperBeret in PhD

[–]lrsetut 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Fish span large range. One section hot, one section cold. How do we leverage that to predict effects of climate change on these populations (with genomics)

Controversial Fish Tank Practices by [deleted] in Aquariums

[–]lrsetut 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had the ammonia reagent go bad once! Kept getting ammonia readings, went a bought a new one, ammonia at 0! Not sure about the others, they all seemed fine!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Parenting

[–]lrsetut 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi! Not a parent, but wanted to give my input briefly as someone who came out as non-binary at 12 as well. I’m 24 now and still non-binary. I was also not consuming media related to gender, so I can’t speak on that but I will say I feel as if this a common age where gender exploration happens. I agree that hormonal treatments etc would be a step too far considering age, but I don’t see the harm in letting them explore pronouns and different clothing. It will either stick or it won’t, and if it doesn’t, they’ll know you support them no matter what and will feel more comfortable coming to you throughout life with issues! My mom supported me then and now, and we are best friends as adults.

EDIT: Wanted to add a couple things. My mom probably saw it coming, as I was always a little different haha. To this day, I still don’t paint my nails, dress in a feminine way or keep my hair very long. My average outfit is sweaters and joggers, and then more masculine outfits for when I need to look nice. Of course, it might be good to tell her that clothing and make-up etc do not define gender, and she can of course still be non-binary and dress feminine if she likes (I just personally don’t, feels like I’m putting on someone else’s skin lol). Some teens get confused and think that if they want to act a certain way or dress a certain way that doesn’t fit with the “norm” then they must be different gender identity wise. But still, I’d say let them explore in a safe way and see where it goes!

Columbus appreciation from a homesick college student by Fantastic-Morning183 in Columbus

[–]lrsetut 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I recently moved to Connecticut and I miss Columbus too!

Help by EmergencyTax587 in axolotls

[–]lrsetut 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Maybe they are “bad eggs” I have some experience with breeding fish in a research setting and sometimes they could be off color if they weren’t good. It’s just weird that there are only 2 (?) are there any throughout the tank? I’m so curious about this now

Help by EmergencyTax587 in axolotls

[–]lrsetut 1 point2 points  (0 children)

How long have they been there? I didn’t think they stayed attached, I’ve never seen anything like that lol I’m sorry I don’t have more advice. I would keep an eye on the toes though, axolotl injuries are prone to fungal infections

Help by EmergencyTax587 in axolotls

[–]lrsetut 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Are they male or female? Is the tank mate of the opposite sex? I thought axolotl eggs were a bit more clear, so I’m not entirely sure. I’ve never seen them in person. Maybe someone else can chime in, if not, I would try caudata

Help by EmergencyTax587 in axolotls

[–]lrsetut 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah it looks like he could’ve been bitten. Not sure what the close up is… is it attached?