Dr Cheryl Lancaster

Teaching Fellow, Durham University, Department of Philosophy. Always interested in stem cell history (and related topics!)

[Dr Cheryl Lancaster @Stem_Cell_Hist]

My PhD thesis, 'A history of embryonic stem cell research: Concepts, laboratory work, and contexts' is now available online: https://t.co/Z7xyItJ8YA … - comments and discussion welcome!
#stemcells #histsci #histSTM #StemCell #embryo #STS

[Dr Cheryl Lancaster @Stem_Cell_Hist]

One of the terms Haeckel coined was “Stemmzelle” (stem cell), and his conceptualisation was important for developmental biology (embryology), evolutionary theories, and hereditary theories.

[The Royal Society @royalsociety]

#OnThisDay in 1834, Ernst Haeckel, zoologist and accomplished artist, was born. He discovered, described and named thousands of new species, mapped a genealogical tree relating all life forms, and coined many terms in biology. See some of his amazing art: https://t.co/7kNP9uwnv1

[Dr Cheryl Lancaster @Stem_Cell_Hist]

@AJPrincep When I was finishing off my PhD (sci) I completed my MA (hist & phil). I’d always had an interest in history and found I still wanted to pursue it. So I did a second PhD in hist & phil of science, using my knowledge & understanding of biology to inform the project.

[Dr Cheryl Lancaster @Stem_Cell_Hist]

@pknoepfler When this was originally posted, I commented that I’d completed a Masters dissertation on @jimtill’s contribution. My PhD thesis, on a more comprehensive history of stem cell research, is now available: https://t.co/hgigeKCicW

[Dr Cheryl Lancaster @Stem_Cell_Hist]

@zenscara @AJPrincep Thanks @zenscara - I moved from biological sciences to history & philosophy.

[Cheryl Lancaster is always at home @DrCLancaster]

A 2018/19 @IASH_Edinburgh fellowship enabled me to establish the @liger_network, & work with some super people at @UoE_STIS, @roslininstitute, & @CRC_EdUni. I had a fantastic time, even having the opportunity to speak at @EdSciFest! What could you achieve? https://t.co/zcTXT7nM5J

[Dr Cheryl Lancaster @Stem_Cell_Hist]

As my research expands into new areas (don’t worry, I’m not abandoning stem cell history!), I’m proud to have established a new interdisciplinary network to explore livestock genetics - feel free to have a look around the new website! #histsci #genetics #animalhistory #sts

[LiGeR Network @liger_network]

Welcome to the Livestock and Genetics Research (LiGeR) Network! Today, we’ve launched our website, and we’d like to invite you to have a look around! #genetics #genomics #livestock #histsci #histstm #sts #animalhistory #twitterstorians #biotech #hps https://t.co/dX1R83ldB9

[Historical Studies in the Natural Sciences @HSNatSci]

Plus don't miss @Stem_Cell_Hist's philosophical review of recent books addressing "The History of Stem Cell Research" @HSNatSci 49/4 (2019): 447-58 #histSTM https://t.co/JvyNWrHNI9 #rheinberger #mazzolini #maienschein #fagan #laplane

[Dr Cheryl Lancaster @Stem_Cell_Hist]

My essay review (“The History of Stem Cell Research: A Philosophical Review”) is now available! https://t.co/a28wkoMZDc - If anyone doesn’t have access, but would like to read it, please let me know.

[Dr Cheryl Lancaster @Stem_Cell_Hist]

@ErUpNorth @dulib Thank you! That might be it then. I hope it’s fixed without too much trouble! 😬

[Dr Cheryl Lancaster @Stem_Cell_Hist]

@dulib hi, I’ve been trying to search the catalogue / use discover all morning, but eventually just get a message saying the server stopped responding. Is it just me or is there a known issue? Thanks!

[Cheryl Lancaster is always at home @DrCLancaster]

#dogsatpollingstations2019 #dogsatpollingstations

[Dr Cheryl Lancaster @Stem_Cell_Hist]

At the end of May I’m travelling to @UU_University to take part in a workshop: Research Ethics Committees – Origins, Development and Beyond. I’ll be talking about the role #research #ethics committees had during the 1990s, and when human embryonic #stemcells were isolated.

[Dr Cheryl Lancaster @Stem_Cell_Hist]

@beckycess @h_fenwick Fabulous - congratulations!

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The full programme is now available for “Approaches to Genetics for Livestock Research” at @IASH_Edinburgh on 24 May. Will be of interest to those involved in genetics and history of farming or applied science! https://t.co/tsmTQU8TGA #histsci #histbio #genetics #livestock #STS

[Cheryl Lancaster is always at home @DrCLancaster]

I’ve just add a few small updates to my website, so feel free to have a look around if you’d like to see what I’ve been up to, and what I have planned for the rest of 2019!
https://t.co/gtthmPOJNJ

[Dr Cheryl Lancaster @Stem_Cell_Hist]

Of course I don’t expect everyone to know stem cell history in great detail, but if you’re writing a paper that includes some discussion on stem cell history, a quick online search will provide some (much needed) accurate information.

[Dr Cheryl Lancaster @Stem_Cell_Hist]

I’ve already found a paper that’s made me grumpy this morning. Apparently stem cell research was originally developed in the USA (no), and “stem cell research has been around nearly as long as there have been microscopes with with to observe stem cells” (also no). 😬😬

[Dr Cheryl Lancaster @Stem_Cell_Hist]

There will, one day, be a book written on #stemcell #history! #histSTM #histsci #histmed

[Cheryl Lancaster is always at home @DrCLancaster]

Today I’m working on my book proposal-finally getting around to turning my thesis into a book. My examiners were extremely helpful with some hints and tips, but I needed some time away from it first to really help me see how the book will differ from the thesis. #histsci #histSTM

[Dr Cheryl Lancaster @Stem_Cell_Hist]

@beckycess @HeritagePhD @HistoryatHull Fantastic - congratulations!

[Dr Cheryl Lancaster @Stem_Cell_Hist]

@HPS_Vanessa Congratulations!