Digital Violence within the Academic System
Scienceaid for Academics at the University of Potsdam
Digital violence - a growing problem?
The Covid-19 pandemic has put scientists in the spotlight. According to a survey published in the scientific journal "Nature", the majority of the 321 scientists who spoke out in the media during the pandemic reported negative effects, including threats of violence and death, as well as attacks on their credibility.
The communication of science as a whole is increasingly facing non-objective criticism, hate speech, and other attacks against scientists, particularly in research areas with direct social implications. Dealing with digital violence is a growing challenge for the University of Potsdam, which requires strategic action.
If you experience digital violence, you can contact us at scienceaid@uni-potsdam.de.