[Southeastern Louisiana University] sidelines scientist who exposed toxic metals in Lake Maurepas

https://www.fox8live.com/2025/08/01/university-sidelines-scientist-who-exposed-toxic-metals-lake-maurepas/

HAMMOND, La. (Louisiana Illuminator) – The Southeastern Louisiana University scientist who discovered alarming levels of toxic chemicals in Lake Maurepas was abruptly removed from her research position this week without explanation.

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21Cabbage@lemmynsfw.com · 5 pts · 1y (2 replies)

Y'all are aware people tend to do the opposite of shut up when you fire them, right?

FundMECFS@quokk.au · 3 pts · 1y

It sends a message. Now every other professor who discovers something like this will be scared to speak up less they lose their job.

Ptsf@lemmy.world · 1 pts · 1y

It doesn't matter if the truth is out there. You just keep denying it. Then deflect. Then attack your opponent for a weak position that's difficult for them to defend to distract.