Global study finds strong public trust in scientists
- A global study involving 71,922 respondents across 68 countries found that most people have a high trust in scientists, with a mean trust level of 3.62 on a scale of 1 to 5.
- The study indicates that 83% of participants believe scientists should communicate with the public, and 66% in Australia think scientists should advocate for specific policies.
- Trust in scientists is generally higher among women, older individuals, and those with more education, while conservative political views correlate with lower trust in Western countries.
- The research highlights a disconnect, as only 42% of respondents feel scientists pay attention to others' views, indicating a need for better engagement.
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