Trust in science

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In the era of AI-generated news, readers value trust over customised content

The future of AI in journalism will depend on a balance between benefits and risk, and raising audience comfort, trust and news literacy.

Governments are hiding data, threatening democracy. Here’s how it affects you

From being custodians of public knowledge, governments are turning to architects of manufactured ignorance. Amid disappearing evidence, citizens are struggling to hold power to account

AI and the news: How it helps, fails, and why that matters

AI is reshaping the news ecosystem in the fields of search, fact-checking and personalised feeds. If used well, it can support journalism and strengthen democracy.

‘Publish or perish’ culture fuelling research misconduct in India

Surge in research misconduct, ranging from plagiarism to data falsification, is posing a serious challenge to India’s academic credibility. (more…)

Six ways to rebuild confidence in science

Some of Australia’s top scientific thinkers share their ideas on the tactics required to defeat misinformation and conspiracy theories around science.

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To restore trust in science, we need great storytellers

In the disinformation war, scientists will fail if their only weapons are critical thinking and a respect for evidence. We must engage more broadly.

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Will AI help or hinder trust in science?

AI tools are already being widely used in science. But can they, and the science they help produce, be trusted?

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Obstetricians deliver TikTok truths with a dose of humour

Healthcare providers have cut through in the fight against online misinformation — leaning on compassion, humour and digital savvy to reach users.

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How education and social media regulation can combat science denial

It’s ironic that as scientific evidence on climate change and vaccines have become more compelling, public opinion on social media appears more divided.

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Putting trust in science by design

Graphic design can be a powerful tool in enhancing people’s confidence in scientific communications.

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We need science, and we need to defend it from attack

Trust in science: Australia isn’t as polarised as the US, but we can’t afford to be complacent.

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Time to defend science under attack

In an age of “alternative facts” and conspiracy theories, protecting trust in science is crucial.

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In the era of AI-generated news, readers value trust over customised content

Governments are hiding data, threatening democracy. Here’s how it affects you

AI and the news: How it helps, fails, and why that matters

‘Publish or perish’ culture fuelling research misconduct in India

Six ways to rebuild confidence in science

To restore trust in science, we need great storytellers

Will AI help or hinder trust in science?

Obstetricians deliver TikTok truths with a dose of humour

How education and social media regulation can combat science denial

Putting trust in science by design

We need science, and we need to defend it from attack

Time to defend science under attack

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