Trust in Science Isn’t Crumbling—Time to Fix the Gaps

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Trust in Science Isn’t Crumbling—Time to Fix the Gaps
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The piece argues that trust in science is not collapsing globally; surveys show middling to high trust, but confidence varies by country and group, with political polarization, perceived elitism, and rising vaccine hesitancy. It urges nuanced measures of trust, transparent communication about uncertainties, and greater public involvement in research priorities to address concerns and strengthen science’s link to society.

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