michaelplanknz.bsky.social
Professor of Applied Mathematics at the University of Canterbury, NZ. Fellow @royalsocietynz.bsky.social. Math modelling in biology and epidemiology. Bicycles make the world a better place. He/him https://www.math.canterbury.ac.nz/~m.plank/
👤 Joined on 30 August 2023
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@michaelplanknz.bsky.socialI'm thrilled to share my first foray into nature writing. I describe my travels through Aotearoa New Zealand to see the country's rarest birds—and use this as a vehicle to tell the stories of the islands' evolutionary history and the bold conservation efforts that saved these creatures. Gift link
Show PostI cannot emphasise enough the extent to which our science system should not have any reliance on ministers reading and understanding proposal titles. That's not their job!
Show PostSaddened to hear of Helen Branswell's passing. I really respected her quantitatively driven, dogged and clear reporting. She helped us tremendously over the years, and especially since 2020, in tracking and interpreting public health data, and holding our institutions accountable. She'll be missed.
Show PostThere are some people you just feel better knowing that they're out there. Helen was one of those people. The outpouring among so many tonight, is testament to that. The world is a little emptier tonight without her. Thank you for everything @helenbranswell.bsky.social!
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