“What happens at the conference stays at the conference” isn’t always the best rule to follow when it comes to social media and discussing conference sessions. Social media creates new challenges for conferences and venues for philosophy and otherwise. Not every presentation is meant to be broadcast to the whole world, but few programs have any recommendations for conference guests. In today’s connected world, it should be normal for conferences to suggest guidelines to attendees and for attendees to follow them. Read full article here
Societal Issues
To curb drug deaths, communities turn to Reddit, texts and wastewater
With drug overdose deaths on the rise, authorities are attempting to curb the epidemic by tracking and sharing information in real time. In one unique effort, a nonprofit in New York City is using drug-testing equipment and stamping or marking habits of dealers to identify drug batches that may endanger users. Other approaches are also being used, such as monitoring drug-related chatter on Reddit and analyzing local wastewater for opioid and other drug levels. With the combination of these efforts, researchers hope to put a dent in the opioid crisis and reduce overdose deaths. Read full article here
Merv
June 1, 2023
