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SciLine @sciline.org · 2d

ICYMI: Our full Q&A with Dr. Brian Lee (Drexel) on autism and maternal medication use is now available on request for free use in news stories. Reporters can also find a VOSOT, soundbite clip, and transcript with timecodes ready to use. bit.ly/4gBRgw1

Dr. Brian Lee: Autism & maternal medication use - SciLine

After President Trump's announcement on autism, Dr. Brian Lee discussed insights on Tylenol and autism, maternal medication, and neurodevelopmental impacts.

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SciLine @sciline.org · 2d

As the media landscape changes, how can scientist vet news outlets when they are contacted to be a source? Our new tip sheet helps science experts navigate this. Grab the PDF; bookmark it; share it with fellow faculty & colleagues. bit.ly/4603DhK

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Vetting news outlets - SciLine

Discover how to evaluate the credibility of news outlets before accepting interview requests. Learn key steps to assess bias and reputation effectively.

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SciLine @sciline.org · 7d

Covering vaccines? Our new Reporting Resource has advice from experts to help journalists report on the science of vaccines with accuracy, responsibility, and confidence. bit.ly/4m3LYKT

Covering vaccines: Understand the science, be thoughtful about framing - SciLine

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Climate Central @climatecentral.org · 8d

Don't miss this COP30 discussion on October 9 with @coveringclimatenow.org and 3 Brazilian reporters!

Covering Climate Now @coveringclimatenow.org · 10d

Covering COP30? Join CCNow and 3 Brazilian reporters for a one-hour discussion about how they're gearing up to cover the upcoming UN climate summit, on October 9, 12pm ET. coveringclimatenow.org/event/coveri...

Covering the COP in the Amazon

PANELISTS:
Miguel Peixe, Product Engineer, Newspack
Steffanie Schmidt, Reporter, Varadouro
Stefano Wrobleski, Executive Director, InfoAmazonia
Mark Hertsgaard, CCNow Co-founder and Executive Director, will moderate.

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The Journalist's Resource @journoresource.bsky.social · 8d

NEW: Journalists often overgeneralize study results by reporting that they apply to a much larger group of people than they actually do. In this tip sheet, scholars offer guidance and explain why it's a bad idea to rely on AI tools to summarize research.

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6 tips to help you avoid overgeneralizing research findings

Read this to avoid overgeneralize research results, or reporting that they apply to a larger group of people than they actually do.

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Climate Central @climatecentral.org · 8d

🏜️ Let’s talk #drought…

After a “summer of flooding” in many U.S. locations, the last 2 months have seen the tap shut off for a large portion of the country:
⬆️ 25% increase in abnormally dry areas
⬆️ 12% rise in drought (D1–D4)
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SciLine @sciline.org · 8d

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SciLine @sciline.org · 8d

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SciLine @sciline.org · 8d

Vaccine researcher or clinician interested in speaking to the public about vaccines? Our no-cost training on October 9 (2-3 p.m. ET) can help you improve your skills. Register now for this live event:

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SciLine @sciline.org · 8d

Trying to make sense of a scientific study to include in your reporting? Our free tip sheet, created with @theopennotebook.bsky.social, has a 6-step method to guide you. bit.ly/4mNjYeP

#SciComm #journalism

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SciLine @sciline.org · 8d

Reporters—need resources and story angles for covering federal involvement in local policing? Our free tip sheet can help! bit.ly/472sfH4

Resources for covering federal involvement in local policing - SciLine

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SciLine @sciline.org · 9d

Need help evaluating whose expertise to trust? Our tip sheet for vetting and finding relevant scientific sources, written with
@theopennotebook.bsky.social can help reporters to determine if an expert is the right fit for their news story. bit.ly/46i1H4q

#SciComm #journalism

Vetting scientific sources - SciLine

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SciLine @sciline.org · 9d

As the media landscape changes, how can scientist vet news outlets when they are contacted to be a source? Our new tip sheet helps science experts navigate this. Grab the PDF; bookmark it; share it with fellow faculty and colleagues. bit.ly/4603DhK

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Vetting news outlets - SciLine

Discover how to evaluate the credibility of news outlets before accepting interview requests. Learn key steps to assess bias and reputation effectively.

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SciLine @sciline.org · 10d

What happens if there is a natural disaster during a government shutdown? Register now for our 3 p.m. ET briefing to learn about emergency preparedness from experts and include more evidence-based research in your reporting.

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SciLine @sciline.org · 11d

Is your area ready for a natural disaster? Join our Tues., Sept. 30th briefing (3-4 p.m. ET) with scientific experts Dr. Claire Knox, @suttonj.bsky.social, and Dr. Jennifer Trivedi on #EmergencyPreparedness plans, warning systems & community response to find out. Register: bit.ly/4mKa6m6

Natural disasters: Is your community ready? - SciLine

Discover how communities can enhance disaster readiness at SciLine's media briefing with expert insights on emergency plans and evacuation behaviors.

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SciLine @sciline.org · 10d

Reporters—need resources and story angles for covering federal involvement in local policing? Our free tip sheet can help! bit.ly/472sfH4

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SciLine @sciline.org · 10d

TODAY at 3 p.m. ET! Registration is open for U.S based journalists.

SciLine @sciline.org · 11d

Is your area ready for a natural disaster? Join our Tues., Sept. 30th briefing (3-4 p.m. ET) with scientific experts Dr. Claire Knox, @suttonj.bsky.social, and Dr. Jennifer Trivedi on #EmergencyPreparedness plans, warning systems & community response to find out. Register: bit.ly/4mKa6m6

Natural disasters: Is your community ready? - SciLine

Discover how communities can enhance disaster readiness at SciLine's media briefing with expert insights on emergency plans and evacuation behaviors.

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SciLine @sciline.org · 10d

Including diverse sources in your reporting can add important context, amplify the perspectives of historically marginalized communities, and improve public trust in science and journalism. Learn more in our tip sheet with @theopennotebook.bsky.social. bit.ly/4nqRSqF

#SciComm #journalism

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SciLine @sciline.org · 10d

Tackling science misinformation and disinformation in your reporting? Check out our tip sheet with @theopennotebook.bsky.social! 📄✨ bit.ly/42RGEDo

#Science #Journalism

Addressing science-related misinformation and disinformation - SciLine

Discover effective strategies for interviewing scientists. Learn how to select the right sources, craft clear requests, and prepare insightful questions for successful interviews.

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SciLine @sciline.org · 11d

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SciLine @sciline.org · 11d

Is your area ready for a natural disaster? Join our Tues., Sept. 30th briefing (3-4 p.m. ET) with scientific experts Dr. Claire Knox, @suttonj.bsky.social, and Dr. Jennifer Trivedi on #EmergencyPreparedness plans, warning systems & community response to find out. Register: bit.ly/4mKa6m6

Natural disasters: Is your community ready? - SciLine

Discover how communities can enhance disaster readiness at SciLine's media briefing with expert insights on emergency plans and evacuation behaviors.

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SciLine @sciline.org · 11d

Need help evaluating whose expertise to trust? Our tip sheet for vetting and finding relevant scientific sources, written with
@theopennotebook.bsky.social can help reporters to determine if an expert is the right fit for their news story. bit.ly/46i1H4q

#SciComm #journalism

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SciLine @sciline.org · 14d

Check out our tip sheet with @theopennotebook.bsky.social to tackle science misinformation and disinformation! 📄✨ bit.ly/42RGEDo

#Science #Journalism

Addressing science-related misinformation and disinformation - SciLine

Discover effective strategies for interviewing scientists. Learn how to select the right sources, craft clear requests, and prepare insightful questions for successful interviews.

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Climate Central @climatecentral.org · 17d

On this first full day of fall, high temperatures across much of the South and Southeastern US are running 10°-15°F ABOVE average for September 23.

🔴Unusual, late September heat with a strong fingerprint of climate change (2x) to temps almost impossible without it (5x)
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Map of the southern U.S. showing Climate Shift Index (CSI) for maximum temperatures on September 23, 2025. Dark red areas (Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, Florida) show strong to exceptional climate change influence (CSI 3–5). Lighter orange/yellow shades indicate moderate influence. Cities labeled include Dallas, Houston, San Antonio, Jacksonville. Legend explains CSI scale from “No effect (0)” to “Exceptional (5).

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The Journalist's Resource @journoresource.bsky.social · 16d

It's Falls Prevention Awareness Week. Each year, more than 1 in 4 older adults in the U.S. report falling and 1 in 10 are injured from a fall. In this 2024 research-based explainer, we explore disparities, prevention efforts and costs associated with falls.

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Accidental falls in the older adult population: What academic research shows

Each year, more than 1 in 4 older adults in the U.S. report falling and 1 in 10 are injured from a fall. This research-based explainer explores disparities, prevention efforts and costs associated wit...

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Climate Central @climatecentral.org · 16d

🌞💨 Curious how much solar & wind power is being generated near you?

Check the WeatherPower tool for multi-day forecasts by state, county, or even congressional district: weatherpower.climatecentral.org/forecast/

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