If you can't get enough science from your college classes, then jump on Twitter to find an amazing collection of scientists who are busy posting links as well as their own thoughts on a wide range of topics. No matter if your interest is in chemistry, physics, Earth sciences, or a more general appreciation of science, you will find Twitter feeds to fill you need for more science.
Chemistry
These scientists are discussing chemistry, science education, technology, and more.
- @BenchFly. Follow the tweets by Alan Marnett, founder and CEO of BenchFly.
- @rlanzara. Chemistry and pharmacology meet on this feed from Richard G Lanzara.
- @ACSpressroom. Michael Woods posts news from the American Chemical Society.
- @cookp. Phillip Cook posts about chemistry, science education, and technology.
- @Kulinowski. Read about nanotechnology, chemistry, science education, and more from Kristen Kulinowski.
- @cassierodenberg. Chemistry and the environment are the focus of the posts here by Cassie Rodenberg.
- @acidflask. Find fun chemistry information alongside posts on technology and culture.
- @blumscientific. This chemist strives to keep the world safe from bioterrorists.
- @InvaderXan. Check out this feed to hear from astrochemist Markus Hammonds.
- @egonwillighagen. Keep up with the chemical conversation on Twitter with this feed.
- @ChemSpiderman. Learn about chemistry and ChemSpider here.
Biology
Get your biology news and information from these scientists' feeds.
- @alexbortvin. A scientist at Carnegie Institution Embryology tweets about a variety of scientific subjects and news stories.
- @aemonten. This molecular biologist posts on RNA processing and other biologically-based topics.
- @RichardDawkins. A scientist and prolific author, Dawkins shares science news here.
- @sciencegoddess. This bioengineering instructor and former model posts on science as well as a bit on fashion and culture.
- @pzmyers. Biology and religion (or lack thereof) are the focus here.
- @girlscientist. Chris Gunter posts on biology, genetics, and other science topics.
- @dgmacarthur. The genetic testing industry is what Daniel MacArthur writes about here.
- @kejames. Karen James posts frequently on Darwin-related topics.
- @edyong209. Science news with a biology twist appears here.
- @CameronNeylon. Find out what Neylon has to say about biology and open access on his feed.
- @cheeky_geeky. Dr. Mark Drapeau has a solid background in biology, specifically in animal and human behavior, and has taken that background to work with Microsoft on social engagement. His Twitter feed speaks to the diversity of his interests with science, technology, and government policy all turning up.
Physics
Read these feeds to find out what popular physicists are saying on Twitter.
- @2020science. Andrew Maynard is the Science Advisor to the Project on Emerging Nanotech and tweets on nanotechnology and more.
- @michiokaku. This theoretical physicist posts often about science in the news.
- @ProfBrianCox. This scientist from the UK posts on physics, space, and his work with TV and film.
- @thesciencebabe. Deborah Berebichez is the Science Babe and shares physics that everyone can understand.
- @joergheber. Joerg Heber posts here and is also the Senior Editor at Nature Materials.
- @seanmcarroll. Sean Carroll writes about the physics of time, among other topics.
- @garrettlisi. Science and surfing meet on this Twitter feed.
- @finestructure. Nick O'Neill shares posts from his blog and other places where physics discussions take place.
- @orbitingfrog. Get a glimpse of astrophysics, academia, and more from Robert Simpson.
- @AlexConnor. Physics and politics share the spotlight on this feed.
- @phalpern. Paul Halpern shares information from the physics world as well as other interesting points.
Astronomy
Keep your eye to the sky with all the information you will get from these scientists.
- @NewburyAS. Astronomers @AdrianWest and @nicfleet posts about current events in astronomy, especially in the UK.
- @flyingjenny. Jen Scheer is a space shuttle technician at the Kennedy Space Center and shares her enthusiasm about space science.
- @apacheman. Also a space shuttle technician at KSC, Andy Scheer posts on space science and events.
- @carolynporco. Carolyn Porco posts on images from space, space science, and more.
- @womanastronomer. Debra L. Davis shares her passion for astronomy and encourages girls and women to become interested in science.
- @BadAstronomer. This popular Twitter feed not only features astronomy news, but also strives to keep the bad science at bay.
- @hannyvanarkel. Although she calls herself a layperson, Hanny, the "discoverer of Hanny's Voorwerp," definitely has the soul of a scientist. See what she has to say about astronomy here.
- @astroengine. Dr. Ian O'Neill posts on space and other science topics as well.
- @Astro_Mike. Follow the adventures of astronaut Mike Massimino here.
- @elakdawalla. A former planetary geologist, this scientist now writes about news from space missions.
- @neiltyson. The host of NOVA scienceNOW and astrophysicist Tyson posts on space and science here.
Neuroscience
If the workings of the brain interest you, then you don't want to miss these Twitter feeds.
- @scicurious. Neuroscience is the focus of the tweets by this woman scientist.
- @mocost. Mo posts on neuroscience as well as popular culture and more in this entertaining feed.
- @drkiki. Dr. Kiki Sanford shares science news and other interesting items.
- @noahWG. Noah Gray writes on topics related to brain science here.
- @DoctorZen. Zen Faulkes is a Canadian teaching in Texas and posts about academia, culture, the brain, and his work.
- @sandygautam. Sandeep Gautam writes about his interest in technology, psychology, and neuroscience.
- @mrwdawson. Michael Dawson is a cognitive scientist and psychology professor who shares information from the field as well as his work.
- @EvoMRI. Take a look inside the research going on in the field of brain science with these posts from Daniel Mietchen.
- @vaughanbell. Vaughan is a clinical and research psychologist who posts interesting news items about psychology.
- @danlevitin. Psychology and neuroscience are featured on this feed by Daniel Levitin.
- @brembs. Follow this feed to see what Bjorn Brembs has to say on the subject of neuroscience.
Environmental Science
Learn about everything from climate science to sustainability to the environment and technology when you follow these feeds.
- @Michael_GR. Get a ton of great posts on the environment and technology from this feed.
- @scottdodd. Scott Dodd posts news and information about environmental science here.
- @MireyasWildTalk. Mireya Mayor posts facts and information about wildlife on her Twitter feed.
- @plantbiology. Find tons of news about plants and plant biology on this feed.
- @TreeHugger. Follow this popular feed to get plenty of information on sustainability and science.
- @anneminard. Anne Minard shares lots of news and information about the natural world.
- @JeremiahOsGo. Jeremiah Osborne-Gowey discusses aquatic ecology here.
- @eroston. Eric Roston shares his insight as a climate policy expert on this feed.
- @mtobis. Climate science and technology share time here.
- @SFriedScientist. Andrew Thaler posts on deep sea biology, among other topics, on his feed.
Earth Science
Geologists, meteorologists, and other Earth scientists share their knowledge and opinion on these feeds.
- @betsymason. This geologist also doubles as the science editor at Wired.com. See what she has to say on science here.
- @iescience. Hilary Maybaum writes about the ocean, science, education, and more.
- @wallacejnichols. Get ocean science news and information in both Spanish and English.
- @kzelnio. This marine biologist shares lots of interesting information about the oceans and ocean life.
- @cephalopodcast. Science education and the ocean are featured on Jason Robertshaw's feed.
- @JeffLast. Hear from this meteorologist who likes to post about the weather, technology, and more.
- @Earth2larryo. Larry O'Hanlon is a geologist and also writes for Discovery News.
- @jorge_salazar. Salazar not only writes about science, but also broadcasts on the popular EarthSky.
- @Allochthonous. Chris Rowan posts about geology on his Twitter feed.
- @Browntideguy. This oceanographer shares information about the oceans as well as his photography.
- @expeditionlog. Follow along as Jon Copley documents his adventures and discoveries while exploring undersea volcanoes.
Medicine and Microbiology
See what's going on in the field of medicine and microbiology when you visit these scientists' Twitter feeds.
- @bengoldacre. Science in general and medicine specifically are showcased on this feed.
- @DrRachie. Dr. Rachael Dunlop debunks science myth, focusing especially on the field of medicine.
- @QuantumDottie. Biology and medicine are the focus of Beth Schachter's feed.
- @Aurametrix. Irene Gabashvili posts here on health and wellness.
- @sanjayguptaCNN. See what this popular doctor has to say about the science of medicine.
- @MicrobeWorld. Microbiology and health-related issues feature on this feed.
- @sevinfo. Sarah Vogel writes on pharma, health care, and medicine here.
- @MedGeek. The MedGeek is primarily interested in genetics, but also shares other science and medicine-related posts.
- @phylogenomics. Microbiology and genomics get top billing at Professor Jonathan Eisen's feed.
- @TwistedBacteria. Cesar Sanchez posts on microbiology and more.
- @cupton1. Viruses and bioinformatics are the focus of Chris Upton's feed.
- @LabSpaces. Get plenty of science news with an emphasis on medicine from Brian Krueger.
- @doctorblogs. Anabel Bentley posts from London on a wide range of medical science topics.
General Science
If you are looking for more general science discussion and news, then these feeds are for you.
- @BoraZ. Bora Zivkovic, a science writer and teacher, shares all things science here.
- @David_Dobbs. Dobbs writes on science and culture in his posts.
- @donttrythis. Adam Savage of Mythbusters fame posts fun and interesting information.
- @grantimahara. Following on the Mythbusters theme, Grant Imahara is the robot and model-maker for the show and posts about science and the show.
- @sheldoncooper. Get your science with a sense of humor when you follow this popular feed.
- @periodicvideos. Watch fun science videos posted here.
- @SteveSpangler. Spangler may have gained fame for the Mentos Geyser Tube, but he continues to promote science education via his Twitter feed.
- @sciencecomedian. Brian Malow is not only the Science Comedian, but also the video correspondent for Time.com. His interests in space and nature show on this feed.
- @PopSciGuy. Matthew Cokeley posts links to popular science news from Popular Science and other sources.
- @DoctorKarl. Dr Karl Kruszelnicki answers science questions on the radio each week and posts about the questions and answers here.
- @westius. Mark West posts lots of interesting science tidbits on his feed.
