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Ariana Elena Castillo

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meteorologist & PhD candidate studying stratospheric dynamics & chemistry @ Harvard | proud Latina & mental health advocate | probably running, knitting, drinking coffee or going outside

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Thank you!

05.03.2026 20:44 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Gave a talk today for the first time since January 2025. It feels so good to be back on my feet and talk about my science again!

05.03.2026 20:42 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

After three years, I finally submitted my manuscript today. The amount of relief I fee!!! πŸ₯Ή

05.03.2026 02:17 πŸ‘ 11 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

It’s the wind!!!! It’s relentless. And the wind tunnels πŸ˜…πŸ₯ΉπŸ’¨

25.01.2026 17:06 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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I can’t believe I’ve gone from β€œI can’t stand Boston winters” to running in winter conditions. πŸ₯Ήβ„️

25.01.2026 17:00 πŸ‘ 11 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

People are DYING. F the people who said we’d be β€œfine” this time around. It’s not fine. None of this is fine. I can’t believe people not only voted for this, but continue to support the oppressive fascist entities.

24.01.2026 23:04 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Man, I bet the NRA is going to be furious when they hear that jack-booted thugs from the federal government executed a law-abiding citizen for exercising his Second Amendment right to carry a handgun.

Any second now, I'm sure.

He was a white guy, if that helps?

Hello? NRA?

24.01.2026 20:56 πŸ‘ 13233 πŸ” 3423 πŸ’¬ 314 πŸ“Œ 109

Wish I could be there to have all the good food with you 😭

24.01.2026 22:08 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

I withdrew my abstract due to health and extenuating circumstances. I hope everyone has a great #AMS2026!

Maybe next year.

23.01.2026 23:09 πŸ‘ 7 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

The cautionary tales in the WWII books I read as a little girl are coming to fruition. It’s terrifying and despicable.

23.01.2026 22:53 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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We need radical change. I cannot believe history is repeating itself.

23.01.2026 22:52 πŸ‘ 9 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 1
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Life lately (outside of work): winter hiking and snow, lots of coffee and reading, making tortillas from scratch and marathon training 😊

23.01.2026 16:10 πŸ‘ 11 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Hi, everyone! It’s been a minute since an update:

I am finishing my PhD working with Dr. Frank Keutsch in his research group while continuing to focus on stratospheric transport, chemistry & trends.

My journey has been unexpected to say the least. BUT! I’m excited for this transition & to wrap up!

21.01.2026 20:56 πŸ‘ 7 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

β€œWhy does that person need a mobility scooter, I’ve seen people who are worse and they soldier on”

β€œWhy did they use a wheelchair at the airport & then walk onto the plane?”

β€œWhy do they have a disability placard they look fine!”

The answer to all is it’s none of your business.

07.12.2025 08:17 πŸ‘ 495 πŸ” 125 πŸ’¬ 16 πŸ“Œ 7

I’m very thankful to Stephanie Maltarich at @cires.colorado.edu for this writeup about efforts to reform how scientific fieldwork operates. To make it less hostile & exclusionary, and *actually* safer.

From our research talks @ AGU about this subject. The work is ongoing. #disability πŸ§ͺ

29.12.2025 22:34 πŸ‘ 27 πŸ” 7 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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Merry Christmas! πŸŽ„

26.12.2025 02:25 πŸ‘ 12 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Idk who needs to hear this but we grade assignments based on whether they actually understood the assignment and course materials???? I’m ??????

24.12.2025 02:33 πŸ‘ 11 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

I’m really glad these practice recommendations were used in the process of my diagnosis.

I am even more glad that this can and will help others going through the same process πŸ’œ

23.12.2025 19:17 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

One of the biggest lessons I’ve learned this semester: it’s ok to ask for help when advocating for yourself isn’t enough.

I am really thankful to have a supportive department and committee given extenuating circumstances and the very sudden move back to Cambridge (which I as NOT expecting).

23.12.2025 16:23 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

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23.12.2025 03:39 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Snow in Boston last week πŸ˜Šβ„οΈ

23.12.2025 00:01 πŸ‘ 7 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

A significant amount of anger and empathy stems from my personal experience with said institution.

My heart goes out to this graduate student. How traumatizing.

22.12.2025 23:44 πŸ‘ 8 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Just another day of academic institution failing to protect students that stand up for what is right. I’d say I’m shocked, but this continues to happen time and time again.

22.12.2025 23:35 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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BREAKING: β€˜This hurts’: UNL eliminates 4 programs despite faculty, student pleas The University of Nebraska-Lincoln eliminates the Earth and atmospheric sciences 8-0, educational administration 7-1, statistics 7-1, textiles, merchandising and fashion design 7-1 programs.

It's over.

Despite the fact that the academic council recommended against it, despite the fact that the program brought in more tuition than it cost, and despite the fact that Nebraskans need & deserve this expertise, Earth & Atmospheric Sciences will be cut.

www.dailynebraskan.com/news/adminis...

06.12.2025 17:35 πŸ‘ 1118 πŸ” 480 πŸ’¬ 64 πŸ“Œ 136

I’d say I’m surprised but I understand and strongly empathize

04.12.2025 17:13 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

BREAKING: OU system fails those who stand up for what is right in said system

04.12.2025 17:10 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 0

Some exciting updates:

1) I submitted my 1st manuscript to my co-authors after two years of unprecedented events!

2) I am now going to be advised under Eric Ray and Frank Keutsch (alongside Steve Wofsy) for the remainder of my PhD!

Excited to hit the ground running for the next year and a half!

04.12.2025 16:33 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Got my three beverages - including my @mathworks.bsky.social mug - and it’s time to rewrite my manuscript! πŸ’ƒπŸ½

13.11.2025 14:34 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Day 4 of knitting every day for the American Cancer Society. Started my project all over because I am a perfectionist!

Plz consider supporting or you can support by reposting or sharing this post with others! Thank you so much πŸ’œ @americancancersoc.bsky.social

www.facebook.com/donate/14700...

04.11.2025 14:42 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Thank you! And oh my gosh I’m so excited to follow you on strava because your updates are hilarious and fantastic! 🀠

03.11.2025 22:25 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0