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Does no one check these things? Could it be the case that the doi was mistyped and the wrong article was pulled by an editorial assistant?

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That reference #9 is our paper, which clearly does not talk about this at all… i mean, it couldn’t even be confused with a paper that did…

In “Engineered hypoxia-responsive albumin nanoparticles mediating mitophagy regulation for cancer therapy” the authors say:

So… an article we published on science curiosity and political information processing was inappropriately cited in a @naturecomms.bsky.social article 👇🧵

As the pandemic collided with a US presidential election, I felt like I was watching a slow-motion car crash. COVID-19 vaccine attitudes polarized (as we expected)—and then that polarization spread to childhood vaccinations. The fallout is still unfolding. #scicomm #science&politics

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When platforms like Facebook attached fact-check articles to original posts, it helped promote SIFT by providing immediate pathways to investigate claims and evidence. These habits empower people to pause, think critically, and make informed choices about what they trust and share.

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We all want to be responsible consumers of media, and developing certain habits can help us achieve that. One framework we teach is called SIFT: Stop, Investigate the source, Find additional coverage, and Trace claims to their original context.

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This is why we need to be especially vigilant—not just about our own biases, but also about how bad actors exploit these tendencies, spreading misleading and/or polarizing content to sow division.

When we see information that aligns with what we already believe, we tend to accept it without much thought. On the flip side, when something contradicts our beliefs, we scrutinize it heavily.

Removing this feature can feel like censorship because it takes away an important tool for audiences to evaluate the accuracy and reliability of what they’re seeing. Fact-checking isn't about silencing anyone—it's about ensuring audiences have access to the full story.

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Platforms like Facebook *used to* enhance conversations by attaching fact-checks directly to posts, allowing users to see additional context alongside the original content.

Fact-checking adds to the conversation by verifying claims, connecting them to reliable evidence, and providing the broader context audiences need to make informed decisions. Censorship, on the other hand, removes content and limits discourse.

Asheley Landrum @asheley.bsky.social · 08/01/2025

I was interviewed on @abc15arizona.bsky.social about Meta’s decision to get rid of fact checking. Most of my points got cut. Here’s what I think 👇

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Had a blast returning as an alumnus of the SFIS Winter School at Saguaro Lake Ranch.

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So cheers to you, Phoenix, where the sun never sets on bad decisions, and the most relatable phrase is, “But it’s a dry heat!”

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Still, credit where credit is due: Phoenix is the perfect place to experience nature. Just take a hike up Camelback Mountain for a breathtaking view of…more desert. And if you survive the heat stroke, you’ll have earned the privilege of spending $6 on a bottle of water.

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But hey, at least you have #ASU, where the only thing hotter than the temperature is the party scene—and the campus dress code is apparently just a suggestion.

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Oh, and let’s not forget your obsession with golf courses. Who looked at an arid wasteland and thought, “You know what this place needs? Thousands of acres of green grass and water features!” It’s as if your goal is to taunt Mother Nature.

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And can we acknowledge the irony of a place called the “Valley of the Sun” hosting professional hockey? Nothing screams “ice rink” like a city where the sidewalks can cook an egg by noon. Speaking of sports, Phoenix’s teams are like the desert itself: dry, barren, and full of unrealized potential.

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Your infrastructure was clearly designed by someone who thought, “What if we made public transit a mythical creature that no one sees?” And let’s talk about your freeway system—I feel like I’m playing Mario Kart: Inferno Edition with construction cones instead of banana peels.

Phoenix, where urban sprawl is less of a development plan and more of a competition to see how far humans can live from actual civilization while still calling it a city. Who needs a skyline when you’ve got a cactus?

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Ah, Phoenix, the city where the weather report is basically just the word “HOT” shouted at you 365 days a year. A place where shade is considered luxury real estate, and your car’s steering wheel doubles as a branding iron.

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Inspired by a random reel on Instagram, I asked #ChatGPT to write a roast of #Phoenix. 👇

Asheley Landrum @asheley.bsky.social · 03/01/2025

Anyone else suspicious that like 90% of accounts on Bluesky are bots?

Asheley Landrum @asheley.bsky.social · 19/12/2024

Improving access to high-quality scientific information can fill information voids that exist for topics of interest to people and reduce exposure to and uptake of misinformation about science. Read more in our report: nap.nationalacademies.org/27894 #scicomm #medialiteracy

nap.nationalacademies.org

Understanding and Addressing Misinformation About Science

Read online, download a free PDF, or order a copy in print.

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Asheley Landrum @asheley.bsky.social · 17/12/2024

I have a family member who has a wooden spoon older than me.

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Asheley Landrum @asheley.bsky.social · 15/12/2024

I’m certain the majority of these pubs over 3 or so are likely co-authored. But, if we had to limit our focus to no more than 5 papers, including co-authorships, would that help reduce mistakes, improve quality, etc? Or would it just slow the progression of science? More file drawer problems?

Asheley Landrum @asheley.bsky.social · 15/12/2024

I read somewhere that publishing more than 7-10 papers per year is called “excessive publishing” and is “bad for science”. If we were limited to submitting 5 papers per calendar year, would that ultimately be better for science (or worse)? I have some ideas, what are yours? #scicomm