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The blurred boundaries between science and activism

June 11, 2015 | Media and Technology, Public Programs
Science and activism are terms which are usually seen as quite separate. Yet, they are inextricably linked, even more so as techno scientific progress permeates contemporary society. The five commentaries in this series provide insights for a discussion about how the (apparent) separation between “value laden” activism and “value free” science is in fact very thin, and how science communication can play a key role in ensuring reflexivity and self criticism in science.

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    ISSN : 1824-2049
    Publication Name: Journal of Science Communication
    Volume: 14
    Number: 2
    Resource Type: Reference Materials
    Discipline: General STEM | History/policy/law
    Audience: Administration/Leadership/Policymakers | General Public | Scientists
    Environment Type: Media and Technology | Public Programs

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