Social media can be a catalyst for spreading awareness about scientific and environmental issues, and in some cases can help affect positive change. But for every link posted that actually leads to a valid, well-researched story, there are a dozen more that MIS-lead you to some nonsense article, or worse—a sensationalized, one-sided, often poorly-researched story … Continue reading The most AMAZING story you’ll ever read! (A.K.A., the concerning rise of Click-Baiting and sensational “science”)
A message of Optimism on World Oceans Day
Today is World Oceans Day—a day to recognize the life-giving resources the ocean provides, and a day for all ocean-related organizations to create a united front on social media to bring attention to ocean issues. In my last post, I discussed my capricious relationship with social media and its ability to both connect us with … Continue reading A message of Optimism on World Oceans Day
In a world of disasters, how do we cultivate hope?
My home state of California has been hit with two disasters in one week--a raw sewage spill in Monterey Bay, and the more devastating crude oil spill off the Santa Barbara coastline. These two spills are only the latest examples of the thousands of human-caused disasters that plague our shorelines every year (not counting all … Continue reading In a world of disasters, how do we cultivate hope?
Kristen Cheri Weiss 