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For more open and equitable public discussions on social media, try “meronymity” - EurekAlert

<p>Researchers designed a communication framework that enables academics to ask for research help on social media using &ldquo;meronymous&rdquo; communication, in which the asker only reveals certain verified aspects of their identity. This approach encouraged people to ask questions they otherwise might not have for fear of judgment from more senior scientists.</p>

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