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As I mentioned here a few weeks ago, I am excited to say that I have started a new, FULL TIME job as the Science Education Writer at Science News for Students! You can check out all my science education stuff over at Eureka!Lab! And don't worry, Scicurious will continue! I've got my new digs up and running over at Science News, and the science...and the WEIRD SCIENCE, will continue on!!!
Recent events aside, I have been proud to write for SciAm the past few years. It's a wonderfully talented group of writers, and I wish I could take you all with me! :) The writers and editors here have taught me a lot, and been wonderful colleagues and friends. I'll miss you all. And I'll be back reading anyway, never fear!
So readers and fellow bloggers, please update your bookmarks, and make sure not to miss any Scicurious! The blog continues on!
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