The Scientists in State Politics Database serves as a tool for understanding and shaping the intersection of technical expertise and political leadership.
First place winner Tirzah Johns said, “When you speak honestly and from the heart, people will listen and relate to you. Don’t be afraid to make mistakes; focusing too much on perfection can make you lose sight of the real goal: connecting with your listeners. Most importantly, have fun with it and enjoy the process!”
“Reflecting on future directions for science communication, we advocate for adopting proactive communication strategies that are focused on building relationships with diverse audience groups and investing in a robust communication infrastructure,” said Professor of Communication Itzhak Yanovitzky, who served as a co-editor and a contributor to this special issue.
Americans disapprove of policies adversely targeting science and medicine, a new survey says. Government cuts to budgets and workforces, cancellation of research grants and pausing of public health information dissemination are among the most condemned actions