We should take this as an opportunity to ask — WHY?

And — how could we improve things on the Fediverse to be attractive to scientists?

...

BTW, I was part of Science-Twitter, back when I used to be active on Twitter. And, wanted to be part of a Science-Fedi, too.

So, this affected me, too.

https://werd.io/bluesky-now-platform-of-choice-for-science-community/

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RE: https://werd.social/@ben/115106402561062002

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‘This isn’t how good scientific debate happens’: #academics on #cultureoffear in #gendermedicine research | Transgender | The Guardian
https://www.theguardian.com/society/2024/apr/12/this-isnt-how-good-scientific-debate-happens-academics-on-culture-of-fear-in-gender-medicine-research

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‘This isn’t how good scientific debate happens’: academics on culture of fear in gender medicine research

Cass review found professionals in the field are scared to discuss views amid risk of reputational damage and online abuse

The Guardian

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