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Prof Emma Short
@emmpath.bsky.social
Professor of Cyberpsychology, researches stalking and online harms. Loves being with friends and feeling useful. And dogs, dogs are great.
Hidden London. Unused sections of Holborn underground station. I could really become interested in the history of engineering 😊
March 20, 2025 at 8:25 AM
Introducing Post Grad Psychology students to Qualitative methodology this morning. It’s going to get deep :). They’ve just had 6 weeks of stats. Which do you prefer teaching or working with? #academia #ResearchMethods
March 20, 2025 at 7:45 AM
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Opinion: Academics must challenge selective empathy fuelled by social media – Carla Ferstman and Faten Ghosn

#highered #AcademicSky
Academics must challenge selective empathy fuelled by social media
Delayed introduction of England’s campus free speech act will help scholars confront bias confirmation propagated by social media bubbles, argue Carla Ferstman and Faten Ghosn
www.timeshighereducation.com
February 18, 2025 at 10:24 AM
Deep into marking essays this week. Have decided the best chocolate for late nights with this is… a bag of Revels.. it’s the surprise element
February 1, 2025 at 4:43 PM
Have you experienced behaviours that may be online stalking or harassment? We’re asking for your help to understand the harms involved and what would help. If you’re 18+ and in the UK, Please consider taking part. Support services are listed. Thank-you

run.pavlovia.org/pavlovia/surve…
https://run.pavlovia.org/pavlovia/surve…
January 31, 2025 at 11:06 AM
over Christmas week I had 6 requests to review journal articles and now the reminders are coming in. We do need to sort this out and respect the space people need rest and love the other parts of their lives #academicchatter any thoughts?
January 2, 2025 at 9:04 AM
Day in the life of an HE teacher 10am, 3hrs travel because of delays, arrived 4mins before lecture, no time 2 upload slides so went to my room to pick up notes, door handle came off in my hand, estates helped,15 mins late to lecture, coffee break uneventful,2nd half starts in 10 mins, how’s you day?
https://minutes.how’s
November 26, 2024 at 11:38 AM
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Passionate about #eatingdisorder research and looking for a #PhD? I have a self-funded PhD available looking at the multifaceted impact of technology for eating disorders. Lots of scope to shape it to suit your own interests in this area 😊 #cyberpsychology www.findaphd.com/phds/project...
Exploring the Multifaceted Impact of Technology on Eating Disorders (ref: SF24/HLS/PSY/BRANLEYBELL) at Northumbria University on FindAPhD.com
PhD Project - Exploring the Multifaceted Impact of Technology on Eating Disorders (ref: SF24/HLS/PSY/BRANLEYBELL) at Northumbria University, listed on FindAPhD.com
www.findaphd.com
November 25, 2024 at 4:23 PM
In a lecture today about disinformation & conspiracy theories - an Interesting theme emerged - that this narrative is used as a way of oppressing opinion. Would be interested in people’s thoughts - are accounts of CT in social science are balanced?
The Conspiracy Chart 2021
conspiracychart.com
November 21, 2024 at 7:30 PM
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If you research data from the Crime Survey for England and Wales, you might want to present it at the Crime Surveys User Conference in March. Always lots of interesting presentations!.

#UKDSCrime25
Call for papers: Crime Surveys User Conference 2025 - UK Data Service
Do you conduct crime research using quantitative surveys or longitudinal studies from the UK Data Service, such as the Crime Survey for England and Wales, Commercial Victimisation Survey, and many…
ukdataservice.ac.uk
November 21, 2024 at 10:00 AM
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“Allyship is a verb, not a noun. Allyship is with, not for. Men are part of the problem but we can also be part of the solution.”
I had the privilege to address the Women In Sport conference today & on what men need to do
We’re not going to eliminate abuse by just dealing with the symptoms
November 19, 2024 at 5:32 PM
@agreenpsych.bsky.social good to see you here Andy 👋
November 19, 2024 at 2:48 PM
Have thoroughly enjoyed Airhead by @emilymaitlis.bsky.social a glimpse behind the news, and a full account of the toll the job takes along with the rewards it brings. An extraordinary life
November 19, 2024 at 6:37 AM
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If you don’t know about Sophie Lancaster Foundation I really encourage you to find out more
Reading a report on violence towards subcultures. Always remember Sophie Lancaster - support the charity in her memory if you can and if not support it by kindness and empathy

www.sophielancasterfoundation.com
November 18, 2024 at 7:02 PM
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What is Bluesky and why are so many people suddenly leaving X for the platform?
What is Bluesky and why are so many people suddenly leaving X for the platform?
Users turn to the heavily moderated network after warnings about misinformation on Elon Musk’s X The great X-odus is under way, with more than 1 million new users having joined the social media platform Bluesky since the US election. It comes as many…
dlvr.it
November 16, 2024 at 11:41 AM
I’m enjoying exploring bluesky, the freedom to do that safely is so welcome! And so many social scientists and cyber people here, that can be found easily.
November 16, 2024 at 11:05 AM
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"We are looking for applicants with scientific expertise in:
behavioural science
anthropology
human geography
engineering
medical science
political science
economics
artificial Intelligence
migration
fraud and democratic/state threats
public safety"
The UK Home Office's Science Advisory Council (HOSAC) has announced new vacancies for members to join their team, inviting experienced scientists & experts from a variety of fields to apply.
The deadline for application is 12pm on 25/11/2024 📅
Apply now: www.gov.uk/guidance/hom...
Home Office Science Advisory Council vacancies
Vacancies for the Home Office Science Advisory Council (HOSAC).
www.gov.uk
November 15, 2024 at 11:52 AM
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This is a great guide to getting started on here! Aimed ay scientists - but useful for anyone tbh!

Key point - likes are only to let the author know you liked their post. It doesn’t affect the algorithm- because there isn’t one! Reposts will share it with others ☺️
November 16, 2024 at 10:08 AM
I’ve just arrived here, leaving X behind for now, so far I haven’t found many people I know and I’m looking for #cyberpsychology chat and #academicchatter
November 14, 2024 at 11:22 PM