Scientists, disturbed by anti-science and far-right content, starting to leave Twitter

Nature reports that scientists are leaving Twitter. Overwhelmed by anti-science and far-right material, which is often shoved at them by the site's trending topics and other algorithmic feeds, it's just not for them anymore.

after much consideration and several experiences of fighting misinformation on climate change and COVID-19, Jarochowska closed her account, feeling that her reputation could be at risk if she kept using the platform.