Webinar Series 2021 - Science Communication and Trust in Science

“Trust the science” goes the refrain. But here’s the catch: what is “the science“? Science is far from a homogenous mass, and this leads us into the paradox of trust in science in a post-truth age. In this webinar, the panelists discussed how trust and mistrust are constructed in science, by scientists, with scientific institutions, and by the public. Under the moderation of PCST President, Jenni Metcalfe, our panelists examined the theory and practice of science communication within these contexts. Panellists: Dr Fabien Medvecky, University of Otago, New Zealand Dr Friederike Hendriks, Technische Universität Braunsxhweig, Germany Dr Marta Entradas, London School of Economics and Political Sciences, UK/Portugal Dr Julia Tagüeña, Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico Moderator: Jenni Metcalfe President, Public Communication of Science & Technology (PCST) Network Director, Econnect Communication - - - - Opening Music: ‘Moon Steps’, Social Fever