Building Trust During Scientific Uncertainty - Responding to Outbreaks

Explore the complexities of building trust in science during times of uncertainty in this thought-provoking panel discussion featuring prominent experts in infectious diseases, science communication, and information warfare. Delve into the challenges of communicating evolving scientific knowledge, combating misinformation, and fostering trust in marginalized communities. Examine the role of scientific uncertainty, the process of building scientific consensus, and the impact of state-sponsored disinformation during global pandemics. Gain insights on selecting trusted messengers, understanding the democratization of science, and navigating the interconnectedness of global health decisions. Reflect on the implications of trust-based decisions for future generations and prepare for emerging infectious disease threats by learning from experts in the field.

Introduction
Format
Role of Scientific Uncertainty
Knowledge of the Scientific Process
Blind Spots in the Scientific Process
Trust in Science
Distrust in Science
Building Scientific Consensus
Lee Mcintyre
How do scientists balance skepticism and consensus
How do we communicate uncertainty
How do we get people to trust us
How do we build trust
Misinformation and Disinformation
Misinformation vs Disinformation
Who is making the disinformation
Principles of information warfare
Who is delivering messaging
Understanding the history of community
How can we override opinions