May 2018 Ambassador Posts
Innovative Solutions to Society's Challenges
It’s no secret that the Academy’s network is made up of innovators: extraordinary people from all walks of life who are working at the frontiers of discovery. Every day, these scientists, engineers, educators, and problem-solvers are demonstrating their commitment to making the world a better place through STEM. This month, we’re celebrating these innovators and their creative solutions to some of society’s toughest problems.
As a reminder, here are some hashtags you can include in your posts on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, or other preferred social media channels:
- #IAmNYAS - When sharing your own or other Academy Members' stories.
- #Imagine300 - For posts focused on the future of STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics)
- #STEMRoleModels or #ScienceHeroes - For mentors, role models, leaders in their field (past and present), and people of all ages doing inspiring work in STEM.
- #FutureofSTEM - For posts focused on young people in STEM.
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Early May Posts | |
Post 1 - Enhanced Humans Suggested Post: You've heard about it in news and sci-fi: human bodies and minds altered by things like gene editing and artificial intelligence. But what does this look like in reality? @NYASciences discusses in this low-cost live event and free livestream. https://bit.nyas.org/2I6V86z |  |
Post 2 - The STEM Innovation You Can’t Imagine Living Without Instructions: Give an example of a STEM innovation that holds meaning in your everyday life. This innovation can be anything—from a crucial medical advancement to a silly but enjoyable video game—as long as it has made an important impact on your life. Example: I can't imagine my life without my bicycle. Whether commuting to the lab or running errands in my neighborhood, I can probably be found riding around on two wheels. #IAmNYAS #everydaySTEM | Include a photo of the #everydaySTEM object that you can't imagine living without. Bonus points if you are featured in the photo, as well! |
Post 3 - Challenge Winners Design Innovative Solutions to Global Problems Suggested Post: If you were asked to design a more environmentally responsible urban building, where would you start? The winning team of the @UTC & @NYASciences Future of Buildings & Cities Challenge offers us an innovative approach to this global problem. #Imagine300 https://bit.nyas.org/2HSorxv |  |
Mid-May Posts | |
Post 1 - Deciphering Zika Suggested Post: In 2016, the threat of the Zika virus took the world by storm. In the latest @NYASciences podcast, hear how two @BlavatnikAwards Scholars are tracking the spread of the disease and paving the way for new treatments, therapies, and vaccines. #FutureofSTEM https://bit.nyas.org/2HRWDsW |  |
Post 2 - Focusing Locally for Global Impact Suggested Post: How can just a few people help to reduce global energy consumption? Ask longtime @NYASciences Member Laurie Kerr, an architect and policymaker who is using the place where she lives as a local testing ground for innovation. #IAmNYAS #SDGs https://bit.nyas.org/2GRcJU4 | [Link to video will automatically preview on most social platforms.] |
Post 3 - MARY KAY LOBO Suggested Post: Neuroscientist and @NYASciences Member Mary Kay Lobo, PhD weighs in on the importance of networks in STEM and tells us about her cutting-edge research that is shaping our understanding of the brain. #IAmNYAS #Imagine300 https://bit.nyas.org/2rfG0hc |  |