Paul Ian Cross@drpaulscience

Scientist (MSc, PhD) | Science Communicator | Speculative Fiction Author | Exploring STEM, Emerging Technologies & Innovation 🧬

 Brighton, England
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Joined October 2020
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Count Binface
@CountBinface
Oct 30
Just to clarify, I have not been hacked and I have nothing to do with crypto controversies. That's the other guy. #Binance
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NASA
@NASA
Oct 30
We mourn the passing of Patrick Stewart, who inspired countless individuals at NASA (and beyond) to boldly go where no one has gone before.
Image description: A packed, sparkling starfield captured by our Hubble telescope — with strange new worlds potentially awaiting. Credit: ESA/Hubble and NASA, R. Cohen

ALT Image description: A packed, sparkling starfield captured by our Hubble telescope — with strange new worlds potentially awaiting. Credit: ESA/Hubble and NASA, R. Cohen

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nature
@Nature
Oct 30
“We have powerful tools: openness, optimism and the spirit of curiosity” - Captain Jean-Luc Picard go.nature.com/4idrT6b

Patrick Stewart dies: how Captain Picard inspired today’s science leaders

Nature - Researchers say his portrayal of the Star Trek character represented curiosity, thoughtfulness and an effort to understand others.

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Seth MacFarlane
@SethMacFarlane
Oct 29
Patrick was one of those icons who we somehow all took for granted would always be with us. I grew up as a fan, and was later gifted the privilege of becoming a colleague and friend, working with him for many years on “American Dad!”, “Family Guy”, and “Ted”. He was that rare actor who could take any bit of dialogue and elevate it, making a good writer sound great, and a great writer sound masterful. He was also as humble as they come. I remember exchanging emails with him a number of years ago when he was beginning day 1 of a new film. He commented to me that he always walked onto a new set feeling like the biggest novice there. My stunned reaction was the same as anyone’s would be. I said, “Patrick, if you feel that way, the rest of us are screwed.” We have lost a legendary actor today, and for many of us, a good friend. He will be deeply missed by the entire planet.
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NASA Goddard
@NASAGoddard
Oct 29
History will never forget the name Captain Picard. Thank you for inspiring the Next Generation of explorers. ✨
Two interacting galaxies against the black of space. Together, they fill most of the right side of the image. They have a rounded center shape, with two extended arms. The arms both extend back, shaped roughly like the starship Enterprise. A third smaller galaxy spirals to its left.

ALT Two interacting galaxies against the black of space. Together, they fill most of the right side of the image. They have a rounded center shape, with two extended arms. The arms both extend back, shaped roughly like the starship Enterprise. A third smaller galaxy spirals to its left.
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Patrick Stewart
@SirPatStew
Oct 29
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: Johns Hopkins Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center Fund    alzresearch.org/giving/ Alzheimer’s Foundation of America Caregiver Resources     alzfdn.org/donate/ Photo Credit: Tommy Garcia
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So sad to hear about Sir Patrick Stewart. Jean-Luc Picard was a huge part of my childhood and helped inspire my lifelong love of science fiction.
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Star Trek: First Contact was the first Star Trek film I saw at the cinema, and I remember it like it was yesterday. It’s hard to believe that was 30 years ago. So many wonderful memories of watching TNG growing up. Thank you, Sir Patrick Stewart. Rest in peace.
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I just signed up … I’ve always wanted to see the Great Methane Lakes of Titan 🪐
NASA Solar System
@NASASolarSystem
Oct 29
Your next trip: a flight to another world. 🪐 Send your name aboard NASA’s Dragonfly mission to Saturn’s largest moon Titan and get a personalized boarding pass for the journey. Become a Dragonflyer today: go.nasa.gov/dragonfly-names
Poster with a peach-and-gold background that reads “Journey to Titan” in bold orange text, with a banner beneath it that says “Fly your name to another world!” Below the headline, NASA’s Dragonfly rotorcraft flies through a hazy sky with its rotors spinning, with faint hexagon patterns in the background.

ALT Poster with a peach-and-gold background that reads “Journey to Titan” in bold orange text, with a banner beneath it that says “Fly your name to another world!” Below the headline, NASA’s Dragonfly rotorcraft flies through a hazy sky with its rotors spinning, with faint hexagon patterns in the background.
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NASA Solar System
@NASASolarSystem
Oct 29
Your next trip: a flight to another world. 🪐 Send your name aboard NASA’s Dragonfly mission to Saturn’s largest moon Titan and get a personalized boarding pass for the journey. Become a Dragonflyer today: go.nasa.gov/dragonfly-names
Poster with a peach-and-gold background that reads “Journey to Titan” in bold orange text, with a banner beneath it that says “Fly your name to another world!” Below the headline, NASA’s Dragonfly rotorcraft flies through a hazy sky with its rotors spinning, with faint hexagon patterns in the background.

ALT Poster with a peach-and-gold background that reads “Journey to Titan” in bold orange text, with a banner beneath it that says “Fly your name to another world!” Below the headline, NASA’s Dragonfly rotorcraft flies through a hazy sky with its rotors spinning, with faint hexagon patterns in the background.

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So, the Budget. A bit of a nothing burger, really. Just rearranging the deckchairs on the Titanic.
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I found my old Twitter account from 2020. Feels like it’s time for a fresh start and to give it another go. Science, technology, and hopefully some interesting conversations. What could possibly go wrong?
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