Monthly Archives: March 2026

Links 3/24/26

Posted on March 24, 2026 by mikethemadbiologist

Links for you. Science: A new poll shows who Americans trust over the CDC (study, accessible to non-experts, here) Tiny Teeth Reveal Early Spread of Proto-monkeys in North America When Did Mosquitoes Start Specializing in Human Blood? 1.8 Million Years … Continue reading →

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The Case of the Multiple (Markwayne) Mullins

Posted on March 24, 2026 by mikethemadbiologist

Last week, one senate Democrat* explained his vote to advance the nomination of Sen. Markwayne Mullin to head DHS (boldface mine): “This is going to surprise some people, but I consider Markwayne Mullin a friend. We have a very honest … Continue reading →

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Links 3/23/26

Posted on March 23, 2026 by mikethemadbiologist

Links for you. Science: Dynamics of natural selection preceding human viral epidemics and pandemics NIH Says It Will No Longer Recognize the Research Fellows’ Union ACIP To Discuss COVID ‘Vaccine Injuries’ Next Month, Despite That Not Being In Its Purview … Continue reading →

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Links 3/22/26

Posted on March 22, 2026 by mikethemadbiologist

Links for you. Science: Six federal scientists run out by Trump talk about the work left undone RFK Jr. Tells Joe Rogan He’s About to Unleash 14 Banned Peptides. RFK Jr. plans to reverse a sweeping compounding ban of certain … Continue reading →

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Links 3/21/26

Posted on March 21, 2026 by mikethemadbiologist

Links for you. Science: Inhibition of multidrug-resistant Staphylococcus aureus by commensal bacterial species from the human nose Cervical cancer rates higher in states with low HPV vaccination rates A jumbo cyanophage encodes the most complete ribosomal protein set in the … Continue reading →

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Links 3/20/26

Posted on March 20, 2026 by mikethemadbiologist

Links for you. Science: Estimation of undetected asymptomatic infections of COVID-19: a mathematical modeling approach The selfish ribosome Astronomers Estimated the Lifespan of Alien Civilizations, and It’s Not Looking Good for Us Do America’s Top Health Research Officials Stick Around … Continue reading →

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Some Good News for D.C.: Homicides Are Down

Posted on March 20, 2026 by mikethemadbiologist

Way down. Why they are down is puzzling, as homicides seem to be lower everywhere regardless of policing policy, and much of the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast has been pummeled by crappy weather, but D.C. has only had eleven recorded murders … Continue reading →

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Links 3/19/26

Posted on March 19, 2026 by mikethemadbiologist

Links for you. Science: The NIH Restructuring Congress Rejected Is Happening Anyway Dentists still write millions of prescriptions a year for an antibiotic with life-threatening risks Matrilineal networks may be the key to understanding Neanderthal mixture How are asymptomatic COVID-19 … Continue reading →

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Links 3/18/26

Posted on March 18, 2026 by mikethemadbiologist

Links for you. Science: MIT study finds Earth’s first animals were likely ancient sea sponges Deadly bird flu found in California elephant seals for the first time There are key differences in long-term impacts of COVID and flu An Army … Continue reading →

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Links 3/17/26

Posted on March 17, 2026 by mikethemadbiologist

Links for you. Science: Neanderthal males and human females had babies together, ancient DNA reveals RFK Jr.’s war on vaccines is coming for the elderly Hospitals fighting measles confront a challenge: Few doctors have seen it before Novartis settles with … Continue reading →

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