Behind the X Trend: Scientists Are Leaving Twitter in Significant Numbers Due to Its Declining Professional Value A significant number of scientists are leaving Twitter due to concerns about harassment, misinformation, and changing social dynamics within the scientific community.
As of now, roughly 30% of prominent science influencers have either deleted their accounts or reduced their activity. The platform's growth was fueled by its accessibility in the early 2010s.
Scientists began sharing links to papers, attending conferences, and engaging with journalists.