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As Twitter undergoes significant changes, many scientists are transitioning to Bluesky, a new social media platform that offers features reminiscent of Twitter’s earlier days. Marine biologist David Shiffman is among those leading this migration, having trained numerous scientists on leveraging social media for professional growth. The shift was prompted by dissatisfaction with Twitter’s evolving algorithm and moderation policies under Elon Musk’s ownership. Scientists like Shiffman and social scientist Julia Wester have documented this migration, noting Bluesky’s emerging role as a primary networking tool for the scientific community.