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The Public Distrusts Scientists' Morals, Not Their Science

Public trust in scientists has declined significantly since the COVID pandemic, necessitating strategies to rebuild this crucial trust.

Trust in scientists starts to recover in the United States at last - but barely

Trust in scientists in the US has slightly increased since the onset of the pandemic, marking a shift away from previous declines.

How to win funding to talk about your science

Effective science communication is essential, yet funding remains limited and often prioritized for traditional research outputs.

Why COVID still splits German society DW 10/19/2024

Christian Drosten highlights the distortion of scientific discourse in pandemic narratives, urging for a truthful reflection on past events.

Vaccine Conspiracies, Fluoride Myths, and America's Broken Public Health Discourse

Economics is crucial for smarter public health communication, focusing on data analysis and weighing costs and benefits.

The Public Distrusts Scientists' Morals, Not Their Science

Public trust in scientists has declined significantly since the COVID pandemic, necessitating strategies to rebuild this crucial trust.

Trust in scientists starts to recover in the United States at last - but barely

Trust in scientists in the US has slightly increased since the onset of the pandemic, marking a shift away from previous declines.

How to win funding to talk about your science

Effective science communication is essential, yet funding remains limited and often prioritized for traditional research outputs.

Why COVID still splits German society DW 10/19/2024

Christian Drosten highlights the distortion of scientific discourse in pandemic narratives, urging for a truthful reflection on past events.

Vaccine Conspiracies, Fluoride Myths, and America's Broken Public Health Discourse

Economics is crucial for smarter public health communication, focusing on data analysis and weighing costs and benefits.
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Waves in an Impossible Sea: the 2024 science book of the year

Matt Strassler's 'Waves in an Impossible Sea' redefines fundamental physics concepts, making them accessible and engaging for both experts and general readers.

Poem: Cardiac Knotting'

The heart begins as a simple tube and develops into a complex muscular organ essential for blood circulation.

Vaccine Expert Recalls Meetings To Try Setting RFK Jr. Straight On Autism Science: An Exercise in Frustration'

RFK Jr. demonstrates a lack of interest in scientific explanations about autism, despite discussions with Dr. Hotez.
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Daily briefing: Science could solve some of the world's biggest problems. Why aren't governments using it?

The communication gap between scientists and policymakers is significant, with both sides lacking understanding of each other’s domains.

Schumer floats history-making votes on abortion and voting rights

Trust in science is crucial for informed decision-making and effective policy.

Daily briefing: Science could solve some of the world's biggest problems. Why aren't governments using it?

The communication gap between scientists and policymakers is significant, with both sides lacking understanding of each other’s domains.

Schumer floats history-making votes on abortion and voting rights

Trust in science is crucial for informed decision-making and effective policy.
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#storytelling

Data is good. Data with a story is better.

The DNA double-helix's significance is rooted in its compelling narrative as much as its scientific data.

'All things that wander in the heavens': how I swapped my ivory tower for the world of science fiction

Astrobiologist Seven Rasmussen merges science and speculative fiction in her storytelling, exploring unfamiliar worlds and themes.

Data is good. Data with a story is better.

The DNA double-helix's significance is rooted in its compelling narrative as much as its scientific data.

'All things that wander in the heavens': how I swapped my ivory tower for the world of science fiction

Astrobiologist Seven Rasmussen merges science and speculative fiction in her storytelling, exploring unfamiliar worlds and themes.
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#misinformation

Public trust in science can be diminished by communicating uncertainty

Public science communication should adhere to integrity standards akin to academic research.
Communicating uncertainty in scientific results is crucial for maintaining public trust.

Everyday Philosophy: When should you try to change your friend's beliefs?

Acknowledge differing interpretations of science and focus on the scientific consensus when discussing vaccine beliefs.

Political realities do not change scientific ones

Scientists must communicate unbiased scientific truths to guide policy amidst waning confidence.

An Overwhelming Amount of Plastic Water Bottles

Public trust in science has declined due to social media misinformation, impacting global issues like climate change and health guidelines.

Public trust in science can be diminished by communicating uncertainty

Public science communication should adhere to integrity standards akin to academic research.
Communicating uncertainty in scientific results is crucial for maintaining public trust.

Everyday Philosophy: When should you try to change your friend's beliefs?

Acknowledge differing interpretations of science and focus on the scientific consensus when discussing vaccine beliefs.

Political realities do not change scientific ones

Scientists must communicate unbiased scientific truths to guide policy amidst waning confidence.

An Overwhelming Amount of Plastic Water Bottles

Public trust in science has declined due to social media misinformation, impacting global issues like climate change and health guidelines.
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#social-media

Daily briefing: Squid-inspired pills squirt drugs straight into your gut

A mutated H5N1 avian influenza virus in Canada raises concerns about its human infection potential. Vigilance is advised, but not panic is needed.

Brazil's ban on X: how scientists are coping with the cutoff

The banning of social media platform X in Brazil has significantly affected scientists' ability to communicate and collaborate.

Daily briefing: Squid-inspired pills squirt drugs straight into your gut

A mutated H5N1 avian influenza virus in Canada raises concerns about its human infection potential. Vigilance is advised, but not panic is needed.

Brazil's ban on X: how scientists are coping with the cutoff

The banning of social media platform X in Brazil has significantly affected scientists' ability to communicate and collaborate.
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How being multilingual both helps and hinders me and my science

International students face challenges communicating effectively in English, leading to feelings of isolation and imposter syndrome.
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Meet the 'Drag Race' star who just won a prestigious science communication award for making math fun

Kyne Santos blends drag and STEM education, making complex math accessible and engaging for diverse audiences.

What It's Like to Be a Scientist Working on a Cruise Ship in Antarctica

The role of Chief Scientist on expedition ships combines management, education, and research to promote science through unique tourism experiences.

Meet the 'Drag Race' star who just won a prestigious science communication award for making math fun

Kyne Santos blends drag and STEM education, making complex math accessible and engaging for diverse audiences.

What It's Like to Be a Scientist Working on a Cruise Ship in Antarctica

The role of Chief Scientist on expedition ships combines management, education, and research to promote science through unique tourism experiences.
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Science communication will benefit from research integrity standards

Uncertainty is integral to science, and researchers must confidently communicate this to the public.

Neil deGrasse Tyson And CNN's Kasie Hunt Crack Up Roasting Trump And Elon Musk Over Rally Clips

Tyson and Hunt humorously critiqued Trump's and Musk's space-themed antics, reflecting on the intersection of politics and science.

Scientific figures that pop: resources for the artistically challenged

Anatomize Studios and BioRender illustrate the critical need for effective science communication tools to aid researchers in visual representation of their work.

Celebrating Haunted Hydrology' for Spooky Lake Month

Spooky Lake Month combines education with entertainment, focusing on unusual lakes and water bodies rather than supernatural stories.
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Foremost Climatologist Dr. Michael Mann responds to Gov. Ron Desantis' comments on hurricanes and global warming

Climate change significantly increases hurricane intensity and frequency, contradicting Governor DeSantis's minimization of its effects.

We have emotions too': Climate scientists respond to attacks on objectivity

Emotions are crucial in climate science and should be acknowledged rather than suppressed for effective communication and research.

Foremost Climatologist Dr. Michael Mann responds to Gov. Ron Desantis' comments on hurricanes and global warming

Climate change significantly increases hurricane intensity and frequency, contradicting Governor DeSantis's minimization of its effects.

We have emotions too': Climate scientists respond to attacks on objectivity

Emotions are crucial in climate science and should be acknowledged rather than suppressed for effective communication and research.
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The New Atheists Are Getting Old

Richard Dawkins is concluding his lecture career with a farewell tour while promoting his latest book, demonstrating his enduring influence as a science communicator.
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How a Twitch streamer helped bring NASA to the livestreaming community

Twitch is evolving as a platform for science communication, combining gaming with educational content about space and technology.

Maggie Aderin-Pocock on diversity: 'It's hard to find an argument against it'

Maggie Aderin-Pocock, a prominent Black female scientist in the UK, advocates for STEM, space technology, and science communication to inspire under-represented groups.

How a Twitch streamer helped bring NASA to the livestreaming community

Twitch is evolving as a platform for science communication, combining gaming with educational content about space and technology.

Maggie Aderin-Pocock on diversity: 'It's hard to find an argument against it'

Maggie Aderin-Pocock, a prominent Black female scientist in the UK, advocates for STEM, space technology, and science communication to inspire under-represented groups.
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With Purple Gold and Bouncy Metal, a Canadian Chemist Shines on YouTube

Nigel Braun, known as NileRed, creates whimsical and ambitious chemistry experiments, gaining immense popularity and a unique approach to scientific exploration.

Cosmos magazine's AI-generated articles are bad for trust in science | Jackson Ryan

AI-generated articles are being introduced in media, raising concerns over accuracy and consultation with existing contributors.

Maxine Singer obituary: biologist who shaped genetic engineering and fought discrimination

Maxine Singer contributed significantly to the development of genetic engineering and was a key advocate for dialogue between scientists and society.

All For Science: Science learning through play in Tanzania

Dr. Lwidiko Mhamilawa promotes hands-on science education through STEM-based theme parks in Tanzania.

AI Is Getting Creepier and Risky Cheese Is Getting Trendier

Auroral displays due to severe geomagnetic storm created stunning visuals, visible due to a burst of magnetized plasma from the sun's corona.

The True, The Real And The Beautiful: 7 Years Of 'Cosmos And Culture'

A platform for scientists to discuss science and culture in broad terms was created by physicist Marcelo Gleiser and author, exploring science beyond typical triumph narratives.

From The Big Bang To This Commentary

Science needs a new voice to connect with culture and address misconceptions and relevancy issues.

The New Climate War: The Fight to Take Back Our Planet

Dr. Michael E. Mann has made significant contributions to climate science and science communication.

US TikTok ban: how the looming restriction is affecting scientists on the app

The legislation signed by US President Joe Biden could lead to a nationwide ban of TikTok, impacting science communication and education.

A Long-Awaited Climate Experiment Is Poised to Launch in the Amazon. What Will It Find?

Scientific gatherings like the one in Manaus, Brazil, are essential for discussing research and sharing findings for the advancement of knowledge.

If Alien Life Is Found, How Should Scientists Break the News?

Scientists discussed potential discovery of extraterrestrial life and how to communicate it effectively to the public.

The Science behind Humpback Whales' Eerie Songs

Whales' songs captured public attention in the 1970s with 'Songs of the Humpback Whale' album by biologist Roger Payne
Scientists have made progress in understanding how humpback and other baleen whales produce unique sounds and the impact of noise pollution on their communication

Meet the winners of the 2024 Dance Your PhD Contest

The Dance Your PhD contest showcases researchers' theses through interpretive dance. The contest was established in 2008 to help stressed PhD students let off steam.

From Seadragons To Ospreys: Squidtoons Explores Science Through Comics | KQED

Creating comics as a tool for communicating complex scientific research.
Encouraging collaborations between scientists and artists to spark interest in science.

The key to fighting pseudoscience isn't mockery-it's empathy

Engaging with pseudoscience requires empathy and understanding
Defining pseudoscience can be complicated due to blurry lines and varying contexts.

How design can make science captivating

Design can help make complex systems, like science, more accessible and enjoyable.
Understanding the motivations and barriers of the audience is crucial for communicating science effectively.

Prime Number Puzzle Has Stumped Mathematicians for More Than a Century

The twin prime conjecture, a challenging mathematical problem, is creatively introduced to children in a book by Jan Egesborg.

Why female students at an inner London school are seeing scientists in a different light

Celebrating diversity in science through Nature Careers' Where I Work photoshoot series.
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