If you are really concerned about the issue then why not push to have sciforums change its policies to suggest or maybe even dissallow the posting of real names or personal contact information? To blame someone for harassment on their leaving themselves open to harm is crazy.
"So why'd you kill him, Clem?"
"Heck, Clyde, I didn't kill him it was my rubber ducky. Besides, he was weak and vulnerable."
"Ah, of course, good defense, Clem. If he gives an opening and someone takes advantage then its his own damn fault."
"Right Clyde, hand me those shotgun slugs. I think his sister is gunning fo' me."
"Why here ya go, Clem. Protect the home front and remember, a good defense is a good offense."
"Heck Clyde, you know I been livin' by the golden rule all my life, I'm innocent. It's just these spineless nerds who got it comin' to them that's unaware what's goes 'round comes 'round. It was just destiny."
"Yeah Clem. Hand me my gun. Maybe you need a little help in killing them weak poor excuses for homo beans. Duh, actually it'll be my teddy bear that pulls the trigger, chortle, chortle."
"Huck, Huck, spurtle spit, right on Clyde."