I think the donation pattern is becoming that some wait until the last day or three to see what the deficit is to decide how much to donate. There were a number of large donations ($1000 +) right at the end. Thank you to everybody who contributed, no matter how small. Ten dollars from somebody on a pension is just as important and worthy as a thousand from a wealthy person. (Can the person who is cutting up onions in the room please stop.)
The moderation team has decided to not split posts off from the thread. We think the information about David's approach to his ME/CFS work is not off-topic for the thread. The small number of posts that go beyond that are difficult to separate. We have existing threads for discussing the evidence (or lack of it) for specific biological hypotheses. If you want to discuss this decision, please contact a moderator rather than posting on the thread. Without my mod hat on, fantastic about the target being achieved. Thanks to all those who contributed. Looking forward to your next year of work David.
Wow, what a difference a day makes! The crowdfunder is over, although the link will be live till the end of the day, California time. yes, I was pretty surprised to see that. Also, there seemed to be quite a few people this time who hadn't given before. Thanks for all the support here!!
Fantastic news David. Well done all I have not given this time .... hoping need would not arise, as I think Whitney's Birthday Appeal for OMF deserves some of the cake! Next time though. ......