I think a lot of people see your posts about your research and assume that since it is on Tumblr it's likely just a personal interest/project, rather than Professional and probably intended to be published one day.
Probably has to do with the whole degredation of boundaries on the internet and work-life balance issues.
Anyway, I hope your passion for your projects remains strong, and that people stop and listen to your wishes.
It really does, boundaries have become almost null at this point on most social media platforms. People are developing a sense of such entitlement and then throw fits (looking @ you anon) when they don't get their way.
This thankfully isn't a huge problem all the time, I just get occasional cry babies that get mad at me for random things. They won't get in my way other than being a brief irritation. There are so many positive and genuine people that cancel these idiots out.
I appreciate you! Thank you for being a cool person that understands.