Standing Up for Data and Evidence in the Face of Science Denial
Offered By: The Aspen Institute via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore a thought-provoking public conversation from the Aspen Global Congress on Scientific Thinking & Action featuring renowned science journalist Mariette DiChristina and physicist Ricardo Galvão. Delve into the challenges of upholding scientific integrity during times of widespread science denial. Gain valuable insights on how scientists, journalists, and government officials can advocate for science, even when facing political and professional adversity. Learn from DiChristina's experience as a former Editor-in-Chief of Scientific American and her advocacy for federal funding of scientific research. Discover Galvão's courageous stand for scientific evidence regarding Amazon deforestation, which led to his dismissal by Brazil's president. Examine the importance of defending data and evidence in the face of political pressure and ideological challenges to scientific findings.
Syllabus
"Standing Up For Data and Evidence in the Face of Science Denial"
Taught by
The Aspen Institute
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