Spam from research.com:
"We are proud to announce that Research.com now ranks scholars for all major areas of science."
WHY IS THIS A GOOD THING? #Science is not a competition.
@peterdrake Yeah, I totally agree. Some things should have their individualism kept at bay, and science is one of them.
@peterdrake When gameification goes a bit too far.
@peterdrake
I think it depends on what attributes they are ranked on. I think it makes sense if the ranking is based on which scholars are the prettiest.
CleverLibre Social is an inclusive social instance for open discussion, learning, and community. All cultures welcome. Hate speech and harassment strictly forbidden.
@peterdrake Yeah, I totally agree. Some things should have their individualism kept at bay, and science is one of them.