Science

Rules of the community

1. Maintain Scientific Integrity

   Engage as scientists with integrity. Base discussions on testable and provable facts, not anectodes. Only scientifically relevant posts allowed.

2. Reference Requirements

   References optional in initial posts, mandatory upon request. Only peer-reviewed journals qualify; blog posts are unsuitable.

3. Communication, Conduct, and Inclusivity

   Communicate clearly and kindly, fostering inclusivity and civil discourse. Respectfully challenge ideas; avoid tension, harassment, and cynicism.

4. Engagement Guidelines

   Use "reply" for comments under posts. Reserve "quote tweeting" for essential follow-ups by the original poster to expand on core concepts.

5. Posting Limitations

   Limit posts to three per day to maintain quality and relevance. Exceptions for urgent or important content may be allowed; consult a moderator first.

6. Content Accuracy and Originality

   Ensure content is accurate, not misleading or clickbait. Prioritize original sources and descriptive links over reposts. Search community to avoid reposting.

7. Avoid Low-Effort Posts

   Ensure thoughtful, informative posts; avoid title-only or copied content. Questions should show research and not be basic, like "What is DNA?"

8. Prohibited Content

   No spam, ads, self-promo, crypto, "follow for follow" or pseudoscience: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_topics_characterized_as_pseudoscience

9. Promote Recent Scientific Advances

   Share and discuss recent scientific advancements to foster continuous learning and keep our community at the forefront of scientific knowledge.

10. Direct Queries to Moderators

    Contact moderators directly for inquiries; avoid personal discussions on the community page. For content issues or clarifications, reach out privately.