Raoul Breugelmans

@breugel
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I’m a Belgian (originally from Antwerp) living in Japan since 1988.
I am a professor at a medical school in the areas of English for medical purposes, medical education, and ICT.
I make jeans for a hobby as Eureka Jeans.
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Plum blossoms at Okami Shrine in Hirakata, Osaka, Japan.

#Plum #Blossom #OkamiShrine #Osaka #Japan

PSA: If you see this screen when using the Pixelfed app, simply logout and log-in again!

We're working to resolve this bug, and it will be fixed in the next app release!

Please boost and let other's know if you see them experiencing this issue πŸ™

Giving students good guidance about artificial intelligence (AI) use is a huge challenge. My personal AI policy for 2026 is available at this link, plus an explanation of the rationale behind it. If you're struggling with AI in the classroom, maybe this will help.

BTW, this is authentic human writing.

https://garyfisk.com/weblog/2025/12/my-artificial-intelligence-ai-policy-for-2026

#academia #academicchatter

My artificial intelligence (AI) policy for 2026

An artificial intelligence policy for a university course is provided along with a rationale. This includes an example of an assignment with application of the traffic light model.

Gary Fisk's Blog

The exploitative character of academic publishing in a single cartoon.

#publishing #universities #research #academics

h/t Alexandra Kupferberg/LinkedIn

original illustration: Thailand by Tawan Chuntra.

https://www.irancartoon.com/site/artists/tawan-chuntra#&gid=1&pid=30 #TawanChuntra #Thailand

10 Things Writers Should Know About Medical Editing

Barbara Gastel, author of Medical Editing, shares 10 things writers should know about medical editing (and writing).

Writer's Digest

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Registration is open, and now instant πŸ₯³

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#loops

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@fluffgar @sewing I have used it 😊 most of my wardrobe is based on their patterns.

I think it's a great resource, but people who approach it with a "I just want to download some PDFs" are unlikely to realize its potential.

Then again, if you check my bio, you'll see I am very biased πŸ˜‡

I love this with all of my #editorial heart! 😍 🀣

"The Em Dash Responds to the AI Allegations"

https://www.mcsweeneys.net/articles/the-em-dash-responds-to-the-ai-allegations

The Em Dash Responds to the AI Allegations

Our most-read article of 2025. (Originally published Juily 17, 2025.) - - -β€œIn recent months, a curious fixation has emerged in corners of academi...

McSweeney's Internet Tendency

Finished project! A "button-up" shirt (with metal pops instead of buttons).

I made the pattern by tracing from a shop-bought shirt I like, after SO many failed attempts at drafting from my measurements and the tests not fitting right.

The fabric is 100% cotton "typewriter poplin", which is super tightly woven and crispy. I just chose it because I love the colour, I do Not intend to ever iron any of my clothing so it will be rumpled forever.

Process 🧡...

@sewing

#sewing #crafting #tailoring

A lotus flower in full bloom at the Senshu Park in Akita, Japan.

#Lotus #Flower #Akita #Japan