October 2021 PMID 34645996

'I hope you die': how the COVID pandemic unleashed attacks on scientists.

Bianca Nogrady

Mentions

259
Peak: 9 in Oct 2021
across 6 sources since Oct 2021

Extended reach

655,164
potential audience

Total likes

108

Video views

1,511

Mentions per month

Oct 2021 – Aug 2025

Where it's discussed

  • News186 articles
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  • Facebook22 posts
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  • YouTube2 videos

AI synopsis

What people are saying

Discussions emphasize the seriousness of the attacks, with posts quoting harsh messages like 'I hope you die,' and explore how misinformation and fear during COVID fueled hostility against scientists. The tone varies from critical to concerned, reflecting a deep engagement with the social and ethical impacts highlighted by the article.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the severity and unethical nature of the harassment faced by scientists, supporting the article's depiction of increased hostility during the pandemic.

InterestHigh interest

The posts demonstrate high interest by discussing the implications of attacks on scientists, sharing personal experiences, and analyzing the broader societal impact.

EngagementModerate engagement

There is active engagement through sharing examples of abusive messages and linking them to broader issues of harassment and public trust, indicating thoughtful reflection rather than superficial mentions.

ImpactModerate impact

Many users recognize the significance of the topic by highlighting how online hostility affects scientific communities and public perceptions, underscoring its societal relevance.

Abstract in brief

  • The text explores how the COVID pandemic led to increased hostility and attacks against scientists, blaming them or their work.
  • It highlights the ways misinformation and fear contributed to the public turning against experts.
  • The piece emphasizes the impact of this backlash on scientific research and public trust during a critical health crisis.]

Top posts

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Christophe Cassou
@cassouman40 · X

"I hope you die". J'ai reçu 2 messages en 2020 souhaitant que j'attrape le #COVID19 pour que mon empreinte carbone tombe a 0 (messages effacés par leurs auteurs rapidement!) Je n'ose imaginer le harcèlement des chercheurs en médecine

Oct 14, 2021 · 57 likes · 7 shares · 55,053 followers View post →
Sabine L.van Elsland
@SabineLvE · X

Following the inspiring plenary session presented by @dr_anne_cori at #Epidemics9 in Bologna, Italy you can now:

Dec 11, 2023 · 8 likes · 2 shares · 1,045 followers View post →
MRC Centre for Global Infectious Disease Analysis
@MRC_Outbreak · X

WATCH THIS! Recording of the talk by @dr_anne_cori as presented at the #Epidemics9 conference plenary session (including bonus slides) now available @YouTube highlighting issues scientists face & how privilege underpins career trajectories

Dec 11, 2023 · 6 likes · 1 share · 228,263 followers View post →
Jameel Institute
@Imperial_Jameel · X

A day late but for International Day of Women and Girls in Science

Feb 12, 2024 · 5 likes · 3 shares · 3,902 followers View post →
MRC Centre for Global Infectious Disease Analysis
@MRC_Outbreak · X

Watch the full plenary talk by @dr_anne_cori as presented at Epidemics9 here

May 3, 2024 · 4 likes · 2 shares · 228,263 followers View post →
Dr. Sabrina H. Kessler
@SabrinaKessler · X

@bmbfwim @asbarbutev Nogrady, B. (2021). ‘I hope you die’: how the COVID pandemic unleashed attacks on scientists. Nature, 598(7880), 250–253. https://t.co/boX8u6k0kv

Nov 9, 2022 · 2 likes · 1,079 followers View post →

All mentions

Professor Dr. Mohamed Ezzat El Zowalaty, PhD
@elzowalaty · X

RT @MRC_Outbreak: Watch the full plenary talk by @dr_anne_cori as presented at Epidemics9 here

May 15, 2024 · 2 shares · 448 followers View post →
Blowin' Money Fast
@goldbottless · X

RT @MRC_Outbreak: Watch the full plenary talk by @dr_anne_cori as presented at Epidemics9 here

May 3, 2024 · 2 shares · 894 followers View post →
MRC Centre for Global Infectious Disease Analysis
@MRC_Outbreak · X

Watch the full plenary talk by @dr_anne_cori as presented at Epidemics9 here

May 3, 2024 · 4 likes · 2 shares · 228,263 followers View post →
Jameel Institute
@Imperial_Jameel · X

A day late but for International Day of Women and Girls in Science

Feb 12, 2024 · 5 likes · 3 shares · 3,902 followers View post →
André Karch
@andkarch · X

RT @SabineLvE: Following the inspiring plenary session presented by @dr_anne_cori at #Epidemics9 in Bologna, Italy you can now:

Dec 11, 2023 · 2 shares · 391 followers View post →
Adam Kucharski
@adamjkucharski · X

RT @SabineLvE: Following the inspiring plenary session presented by @dr_anne_cori at #Epidemics9 in Bologna, Italy you can now:

Dec 11, 2023 · 2 shares · 131,110 followers View post →
Sabine L.van Elsland
@SabineLvE · X

Following the inspiring plenary session presented by @dr_anne_cori at #Epidemics9 in Bologna, Italy you can now:

Dec 11, 2023 · 8 likes · 2 shares · 1,045 followers View post →
MRC Centre for Global Infectious Disease Analysis
@MRC_Outbreak · X

WATCH THIS! Recording of the talk by @dr_anne_cori as presented at the #Epidemics9 conference plenary session (including bonus slides) now available @YouTube highlighting issues scientists face & how privilege underpins career trajectories

Dec 11, 2023 · 6 likes · 1 share · 228,263 followers View post →
Dr. Sabrina H. Kessler
@SabrinaKessler · X

@bmbfwim @asbarbutev Nogrady, B. (2021). ‘I hope you die’: how the COVID pandemic unleashed attacks on scientists. Nature, 598(7880), 250–253. https://t.co/boX8u6k0kv

Nov 9, 2022 · 2 likes · 1,079 followers View post →
Infozentrum
@ICBPETH · X

Recommended reading: ‘I hope you die’: how the COVID pandemic unleashed attacks on scientists https://t.co/XclzkYeyxr https://t.co/tLY5LKfRQk Note the different titles of this article: Scientist under attack (Paper) vz. I hope you die (Web). The web seems to need bold titles. https://t.co/ky9cKZ5gA8

Nov 23, 2021 · 242 followers View post →
jfa643
@jfa643 · X

An excellent article in this week's Nature about harassment of scientists in the age of COVID. https://t.co/K8nqHGWYXh

Oct 18, 2021 · 453 followers View post →
Pascal Bonnefond ⏚
@scalap_fr · X

RT @cassouman40: "I hope you die". J'ai reçu 2 messages en 2020 souhaitant que j'attrape le #COVID19 pour que mon empreinte carbone tombe…

Oct 15, 2021 · 7 shares · 146 followers View post →
Charles Sirot
@CharlesSirot · X

RT @cassouman40: "I hope you die". J'ai reçu 2 messages en 2020 souhaitant que j'attrape le #COVID19 pour que mon empreinte carbone tombe…

Oct 15, 2021 · 7 shares · 915 followers View post →
Corios Tifoglu
@clinofule · X

RT @cassouman40: "I hope you die". J'ai reçu 2 messages en 2020 souhaitant que j'attrape le #COVID19 pour que mon empreinte carbone tombe…

Oct 15, 2021 · 7 shares · 36 followers View post →
Mollaret
@JcMollaret · X

RT @cassouman40: "I hope you die". J'ai reçu 2 messages en 2020 souhaitant que j'attrape le #COVID19 pour que mon empreinte carbone tombe…

Oct 15, 2021 · 7 shares · 79 followers View post →
Lisbapple ن
@Lisbapple · X

RT @cassouman40: "I hope you die". J'ai reçu 2 messages en 2020 souhaitant que j'attrape le #COVID19 pour que mon empreinte carbone tombe…

Oct 14, 2021 · 7 shares · 511 followers View post →
anozerday
@anozerday · X

RT @cassouman40: "I hope you die". J'ai reçu 2 messages en 2020 souhaitant que j'attrape le #COVID19 pour que mon empreinte carbone tombe…

Oct 14, 2021 · 7 shares · 193 followers View post →
Pessoa
@Apoetreflects · X

RT @cassouman40: "I hope you die". J'ai reçu 2 messages en 2020 souhaitant que j'attrape le #COVID19 pour que mon empreinte carbone tombe…

Oct 14, 2021 · 7 shares · 487 followers View post →
Christophe Cassou
@cassouman40 · X

"I hope you die". J'ai reçu 2 messages en 2020 souhaitant que j'attrape le #COVID19 pour que mon empreinte carbone tombe a 0 (messages effacés par leurs auteurs rapidement!) Je n'ose imaginer le harcèlement des chercheurs en médecine

Oct 14, 2021 · 57 likes · 7 shares · 55,053 followers View post →