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Sci Envy@Scienvy · Feb 14

Read all about an exciting fieldwork trip to Morocco by ARIES student Dylan Seaton in today's SCI ENVY blog post! @ARIES_DTP @PlymUni scienvy.co.uk/post/tapping-i…

Scienvy's tweet image. Read all about an exciting fieldwork trip to Morocco by ARIES student Dylan Seaton in today's SCI ENVY blog post!
@ARIES_DTP @PlymUni
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Sci Envy@Scienvy · Jul 23

Rothamsted Research is the world's longest running agricultural research institution. This month, we are celebrating its rich historical legacy and world-leading research environment. @Rothamsted scienvy.co.uk/post/research-…

Scienvy's tweet card. For those exploring the intersection of plant science, sustainability, and food systems, Rothamsted Research represents both a rich historical legacy and a dynamic research environment shaping the...

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Sci Envy@Scienvy · Jun 24

This Tuesday, for insect week, we are sharing tips and tricks to make your outdoor spaces more habitable for insects and other wildlife. #InsectWeek #StandTallForTheSmall scienvy.co.uk/post/how-to-ma…

Scienvy's tweet card. Creating a wildlife-friendly garden is one of the most impactful ways to support biodiversity and reconnect with nature. Whether you have a large garden or a small balcony, there are countless ways...

Sci Envy@Scienvy · Jun 20

Announcement: Insect week 2025 This year we will once again be celebrating Insects with a week of articles about all Insect-related matters from all of the SciEnvy co-editors as well as Katie Miller. Join us next week! #InsectWeek #StandTallForTheSmall scienvy.co.uk/post/announcem…

Scienvy's tweet image. Announcement: Insect week 2025 This year we will once again be celebrating Insects with a week of articles about all Insect-related matters from all of the SciEnvy co-editors as well as Katie Miller. Join us next week! #InsectWeek #StandTallForTheSmall
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Sci Envy@Scienvy · May 9

Read about University of Plymouth PhD Student, Corbyn Johannes, fieldwork on South Sandwich Island in the latest instalment of the Sci Envy Blog! @PlymUni scienvy.co.uk/post/south-san…

Scienvy's tweet card. Introduction Far to the south, beyond the reach of ordinary seafarers, lies an untouched chain of volcanic islands—shrouded in thick fog and lashed by relentless winds that howl across the Southern...

Sci Envy@Scienvy · Apr 16

In this months instalment of the SCI-ENVY blog, I have written about the switch I have made from quantitative to qualitative research. Please give it a read for words of (slight) wisdom! scienvy.co.uk/post/welcome-t…

Scienvy's tweet card. One of the most exciting parts of doing a PhD is learning new techniques and applying new scientific methods. However, sometimes this can be a stark transitionary period which can leave you turning...

Sci Envy@Scienvy · Mar 7

Happy International Women's day! To celebrate, we have released a blog article highlighting the work of 5 female scientists and conservationists who helped pave the way for environmental science as we know it today! #InternationalWomensDay2025 scienvy.co.uk/post/internati…

Scienvy's tweet card. Every year, the world uses this day to celebrate the women’s rights movement and continues to highlight ongoing women’s rights issues. This year, the theme for IWD is ‘For ALL women and girls:...

Sci Envy@Scienvy · Jan 17

Expectation vs reality of being a first year PhD student. Read a post from first year student Alex Brumwell to read about her experiences! scienvy.co.uk/post/the-expec…

Scienvy's tweet card. I remember my first day as a PhD student as if it were yesterday: the nervousness, the feeling of inadequacy, the urge to run out of my department building, abandon my studies and become an Icelandic...

Sci Envy@Scienvy · Dec 10

Interested in soundscapes? Read our new blog post by @ARIES_DTP student, William Gough, to find out about avian soundscapes! 🎤🐦🦉 scienvy.co.uk/post/from-land…

Scienvy's tweet card. Hi, my name is William Gough, and I’m a PhD student at the University of East Anglia. My research is focused on understanding the fascinating world of natural soundscapes, the rich symphony of sounds...

Sci Envy@Scienvy · Oct 11

Flushed away 🌊 What happens to wet wipes when they escape into the environment? Read our new blog post by @ARIES_DTP PhD student, Daniel Jolly, to see where they go and what might live on them🦠 scienvy.co.uk/post/hidden-in… #AcademicTwitter #microplastics

Scienvy's tweet card. Wet wipes, a universally valuable and versatile product, we use them for everything hygiene related. From wiping down tables to wiping our rears, these materials make the lives of many just a little...

Sci Envy@Scienvy · Oct 1

Read about the fantastic opportunity the @ARIES_DTP cohort 3 and 5 students had this summer school to visit the @EdenProject @edengeothermal ! scienvy.co.uk/post/aries-sum…

Scienvy's tweet card. Hi everyone! After a month off, SCI ENVY is back. Since our last article, some of the ARIES students met at the Plymouth Marine Station for the Summer School (see photo below) to learn about key...

Sci Envy@Scienvy · Aug 1

New blog post! Here we share the pros ✅ and cons ⛔️ of PhD life at a university vs. research institute ⬇️⬇️⬇️ scienvy.co.uk/post/phd-life-…

Scienvy's tweet card. Every PhD is different, and sometimes this can depend on where it is located, such as whether it is within a university or a research institute. Although this would not normally be the primary reason...

Sci Envy@Scienvy · Jun 30, 2024

Celebrating our seventh and final agriculturally important insect of the week- Rove beetles! scienvy.co.uk/post/insect-we… #InsectWeek

Scienvy's tweet card. This week the Royal Entomological Society celebrates the small creatures that keep the world going. Supported by partner organisations throughout the UK and Europe, it is possible to get involved in...

Sci Envy@Scienvy · Jun 29, 2024

Celebrating our sixth agriculturally important insect of the week- Wasps! scienvy.co.uk/post/insect-we… #InsectWeek

Sci Envy@Scienvy · Jun 28, 2024

Celebrating our fifth agriculturally important insect of the week- Hoverflies! scienvy.co.uk/post/insect-we… #InsectWeek24

Sci Envy@Scienvy · Jun 27, 2024

Celebrating our fourth agriculturally important insect of the week- Bees! scienvy.co.uk/post/insect-we… #InsectWeek

Sci Envy@Scienvy · Jun 26, 2024

Celebrating our third agriculturally important insect of the week- Lacewings! scienvy.co.uk/post/insect-we… #InsectWeek

Sci Envy@Scienvy · Jun 25, 2024

Celebrating our second agriculturally important insect of the week- Carabid beetles! scienvy.co.uk/post/insect-we… #InsectWeek

Sci Envy@Scienvy · Jun 24, 2024

Celebrating our first agriculturally important Insect of the week- Ladybirds! scienvy.co.uk/post/insect-we… #InsectWeek

Sci Envy@Scienvy · Jun 23, 2024

For the duration of Insect week (24th-30thJune), we will be releasing a new article everyday celebrating insects. If you are interested, or want to learn more, check back in every day this week to learn more about a different insect. scienvy.co.uk/post/notice-in…

Scienvy's tweet card. Starting tomorrow, the Royal Entomological Society and its partner organisations will be hosting events all over the UK to promote insect science through all sorts of events to teach people about the...