@article{crameri_misuse_2020,
	title = {The misuse of colour in science communication},
	volume = {11},
	copyright = {2020 The Author(s)},
	issn = {2041-1723},
	url = {https://www.nature.com/articles/s41467-020-19160-7},
	doi = {10.1038/s41467-020-19160-7},
	abstract = {The accurate representation of data is essential in science communication. However, colour maps that visually distort data through uneven colour gradients or are unreadable to those with colour-vision deficiency remain prevalent in science. These include, but are not limited to, rainbow-like and red–green colour maps. Here, we present a simple guide for the scientific use of colour. We show how scientifically derived colour maps report true data variations, reduce complexity, and are accessible for people with colour-vision deficiencies. We highlight ways for the scientific community to identify and prevent the misuse of colour in science, and call for a proactive step away from colour misuse among the community, publishers, and the press.},
	language = {en},
	number = {1},
	urldate = {2022-01-24},
	journal = {Nature Communications},
	author = {Crameri, Fabio and Shephard, Grace E. and Heron, Philip J.},
	month = oct,
	year = {2020},
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Cc\_license\_type: cc\_by
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Number: 1
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Publisher: Nature Publishing Group
Subject\_term: Scientific community;Software
Subject\_term\_id: scientific-community;software},
	keywords = {Scientific community, Software},
	pages = {5444},
}

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