A new international study on public trust in science, conducted across 68 countries, reveals that most people have significant trust in scientists and believe they should play a more active role in society and policymaking. The study, published in Nature Human Behaviour, shows that the majority of participants agree that scientists should be more involved in decision-making processes.
The research, led by Dr. Viktoria Cologna of Harvard University and Dr. Niels G Mede of the University of Zurich, is the largest global dataset on trust in scientists since the COVID-19 pandemic. The study, conducted by TISP, a Harvard-based consortium, includes 241 researchers from 169 institutions worldwide, including the University of Bath. It surveyed 71,922 respondents, including 2,008 from the UK.
Key findings include:
- Widespread trust: The study shows that most people across 68 countries have relatively high trust in scientists, with an average trust level of 3.62 on a scale of 1 to 5. A majority also perceive scientists as qualified (78%), honest (57%), and concerned about people’s well-being (56%).
- Desire for engagement: A large majority (83%) agree that scientists should communicate science to the public, and 52% believe scientists should be more involved in policymaking. Only 23% think scientists should refrain from advocating for specific policies.
Global rankings show Egypt leading with the highest trust in scientists, followed by India, Nigeria, Kenya, and Australia. The UK ranked 15th, ahead of countries like Canada (17th) and Sweden (20th), while Albania ranked lowest (68th), followed by Kazakhstan, Bolivia, Russia, and Ethiopia.
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Dr. Eleonora Alabrese, an economist from the University of Bath, who collected part of the UK sample, observed that trust in science in the UK is higher than in many European countries. She also noted that a conservative political orientation correlates with lower trust in science in parts of North America and Europe, but this pattern does not apply universally.
Dr. Cologna, lead researcher, emphasized, "Our results show that most people in most countries have relatively high trust in scientists and want them to be actively involved in society and policymaking." Dr. Mede added, "This study offers the most comprehensive post-pandemic snapshot of public trust in scientists and their involvement in society and policymaking."
The study also highlights concerns: Less than half of respondents (42%) believe scientists listen to others' views, and many people feel that the priorities of science do not align with their own. Participants ranked research on public health, energy problems, and poverty reduction as high priorities, while research on defense and military technology was assigned a lower priority.
To address these concerns, the consortium recommends that scientists engage more with the public, be open to feedback, and ensure that their priorities reflect public values. Dr. Alabrese added, "Even a small decline in trust could influence how scientific evidence is used in policymaking, making these findings crucial for both scientists and policymakers."
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