January 2026
Scientists and administrators explain why they left in protest
We are National Institutes of Health scientists and administrators with more than 50 years of collective civilian service. Or, more precisely, we were NIH scientists and administrators. Going into 2025, we anticipated changes with the new administration, but expected that rigorous scientific research would continue to be valued. After all, the country’s health research infrastructure, […]
How to get your first graduate job
Googling “how to get your first grad job” repeatedly? We’ve all been there. Getting your first graduate job is a rite of passage that can often seem very, very difficult. Here are some useful tips to help those of you looking for an entry-level role in the creative, marketing, digital and PR industry. How to […]
Ubiquinol vs ubiquinone (from the brand that really, really knows)
Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) is often described as a “cellular spark plug,” essential for energy, mitochondrial health, and antioxidant defense. But when it comes to choosing a supplement, most people quickly find themselves faced with a confusing set of options, usually: ubiquinol vs ubiquinone. Are they the same? Which one works best? And what should someone […]
Missed first shots linked to parents then skipping measles shots
Babies who don’t get their first round of vaccines on time, at 2 months of age, are much less likely to be vaccinated against measles, mumps and rubella by age 2, according to a new study that suggests pediatricians may have a narrow window to persuade parents to follow the recommended immunization schedule for children. […]
What Top Lifestyle Influencers Did Differently in 2025 (And My Top Follow-Up Recommendations)
What lifestyle influencers did differently in 2025 Let’s be specific. What’s changed in 2025, as we close out another big bang year in influencer marketing? Here’s my take, as a heavily influenced lifestyle publisher, on the big steps forward. And the little changes that we weren’t even aware of, but which have changed Allfor good. […]
NIH Director: DEI Grants Reinstated by Court Order Will Not Be Renewed
Throughout the year, researchers have been encouraged by legal rulings pushing back against National Institutes of Health guidelines to stop and deprioritize work they deem related to diversity, equity, and inclusion. In June, two lawsuits filed against the Trump administration in federal court in Boston led to the elimination of more than 2,000 grants and […]