calamur

@Calamur
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I work in the area of #ResearchImpact looking at how to use communication tools and techniques to take evidence research to people who can take it further to create tangible change. #fedi22

I am a refugee from #MainstreamMedia –A filmmaker, News Professional, and worked in Educational TV

I am curious about OA, and diversity in academia.
I teach #DigitalDemocracy ; #MediaStudies #journalism

live in #Pune, #India
interests : #Reading, #meditation, #india, #Gender #Photography #Dogs #Rights

Bloghttps://calamur.org/gargi/
Photographshttps://www.flickr.com/photos/gargi/
Columnshttps://www.freepressjournal.in/author/harini-calamur
Linkedinhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/calamur/
Show threadcalamurFeb 27, 2024
@anandphilipc IMO, the main issue is that the entire system of academia seems to have rewards on one main parameter - how much do you publish?
and that is defended by too many corporate interests. Unless that changes - not sure how it is going to help science :(
Show threadcalamurFeb 27, 2024
@anandphilipc thank you so much.
yes - i have been looking at preprints. and more importantly on this entire peer review thing.
not sure how a system geared for mybe 10k papers a year, will work at scale for 22 million papers (or more).
the elephant in the room is payment to reviewers. there is only so much you can expect with free labour :)
but the system will implode in outrage, every time that is suggested.
calamurFeb 27, 2024

“If you torture the data long enough, it will confess to anything,”
I write on the weaponization of #Research by interested parties - be it the anti abortion lobby or the anti vaccines lobby.
#TrustInScience #researchIntegrity #academicMastodon

https://www.freepressjournal.in/analysis/analysis-the-weaponisation-of-research-is-science-becoming-a-tool-for-deception

Analysis: The Weaponisation Of Research – Is Science Becoming A Tool For Deception?

The revelations around manipulated research and the propagation of misleading narratives remind us of the fragility of trust and the ease with which it can be eroded in the digital age

Free Press Journal
calamurFeb 18, 2024

I am hoping an "intelligent" chat bot will hand me over a fortune, with all the legal disclaimers in place :)

Air Canada Has to Honor a Refund Policy Its Chatbot Made Up
The airline tried to argue that it shouldn't be liable for anything its chatbot says.

https://www.wired.com/story/air-canada-chatbot-refund-policy/

Air Canada Has to Honor a Refund Policy Its Chatbot Made Up

The airline tried to argue that it shouldn't be liable for anything its chatbot says.

WIRED
calamurFeb 14, 2024
I suspect actions of the West against Iran, helps the mullahs stay in power.
if the West ignored Iran, the people will probably revolt and get rid of the regime
Why Iran is hard to intimidate
https://www.economist.com/middle-east-and-africa/2024/02/06/why-iran-is-hard-to-intimidate
Why Iran is hard to intimidate

US soldiers are a bull’s-eye target for Iranian militias

The Economist
calamurFeb 10, 2024

My mother "Marriage is an institution"

Me "so is an insane asylum".

Needless to say she wasn't amused.

I write about the "threats" to marriage that legislators and jurists are trying to defend.

https://www.freepressjournal.in/analysis/analysis-the-threats-to-the-institution-of-marriage

Analysis: The ‘Threats’ To The Institution Of Marriage

The defenders of marriage seem to be saying that agency, especially the agency of an adult woman, is immaterial so long as the institution of marriage survives

Free Press Journal
calamurJan 30, 2024

I write on the challenges facing the Republic of India that we need to navigate carefully for the Free Press Journal

https://www.freepressjournal.in/analysis/the-republic-at-74-challenges-on-the-road-ahead

The Republic at 74: Challenges on the road ahead

From navigating geopolitical instability amidst global tensions to addressing the urgent threats posed by climate change, India's path is fraught with trials

Free Press Journal
calamurJan 27, 2024

Google’s New AI-Powered Browser Could Mark the End of the Human Internet

https://nymag.com/intelligencer/2024/01/new-ai-powered-google-chrome-browser-end-of-human-internet.html?utm_source=flipboard&utm_content=topic%2Fgoogle

calamurJan 17, 2024

of late there has been a lot of discussion around #PredatoryJournals and Academic Researchers who get duped.
How do you distinguish between a predatory and an authentic journal?
#academicpublishing #AcademicMastodon

https://www.editage.com/insights/how-do-i-distinguish-between-a-predatory-and-an-authentic-journal

How do I distinguish between a predatory and an authentic journal?

If you've ever wondered how to identify trustworthy publications, watch this video. Miguel shares valuable insights on distinguishing between predatory and authentic journals and provides key indicators including a few red flags. This information will help you navigate and safeguard your research journey! 

Editage Insights
calamurJan 16, 2024

Each of these photos is a stunner .... well worth the time spent.
#Photos #photography

https://mymodernmet.com/refocus-awards-black-white-photo-contest/?utm_source=flipboard

31 Incredible Winners of the 2023 Black & White Photo Contest

Take a look at these exceptional black and white photo winners from all around the world.

My Modern Met