If COVID has taught us anything is that we live in a world where there is an increasing distrust in the sciences and scientists. Flat-Earthers and other conspiracy theorists seem to be gaining more and more ground due to social media. Society in general seems to frequently latch on to populist, and even dangerous, misinformation. This information is disseminated by entertainers and other popular figures for selfish reasons, while field experts are ignored.

This can be due to various factors. One could argue that social media enables echo chambers where people only want to hear or read what fits their own beliefs. On the other hand, it could also be because scientists and experts feel that they do not have a platform to adequately address certain topics. It could also be that some academics are introverts who shy away from conflict, or because they do not want to engage in frivolous fights with strangers on the internet that could harm their standing with their places of work. We can only speculate about the various reasons.
What is important though is to give academics a platform where they can discuss their research or knowledge in an accessible way. That is our goal with Libris Ignis. We will be publishing weekly articles written by field experts with backgrounds in science, technology, engineering, and medicine.
Additionally, we’ll have frequent interviews with some astoundingly clever people, to celebrate them, but to also show the world that they are just good people who want to make the world a better place.
We will also be publishing their books, podcasts, videos, and other materials for those of you who are interested in different types of media. So please make sure to subscribe to our newsletter so that you do not miss out on our exciting offerings.
If you are a researcher and this interests you, please go through our submission guidelines, and when you are ready, contact us. As mentioned, we accept books, posters, videos, podcasts, and even replication studies. For the time being, we only accept science, technology, engineering, and medical-related submissions. That does not mean we are not interested in creating a similar platform for the humanities in the near future. If there is enough interest, and if we can generate funding, we have plans for a parallel humanities site. Note, that if you are from the humanities, but your study is tech-based or has a strong STEM slant, please send us your work. We might just publish it.
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