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Themes

Evidence, Expertise and Policy

Unpacking interactions across science-policy, science-practice and science-law interfaces in order to understand and enhance the contribution evidence and expertise can make to societal decision-making.

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Novel technologies, innovation and society

Investigating the processes of technological development and uptake, and exploring opportunities for dialogue to integrate societal considerations into innovation pathways.

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Examining the foundations of scientific and societal concerns about sustainability, human health, and collective wellbeing and the role of science, technology and society in responding to these challenges.

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Examining how science is represented and circulated in traditional media, social media, pop culture and art, and how this shapes public understandings and attitudes about science and technology.

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Shaping the field of science communication by advancing theoretical frameworks and empirical insights into effective practices for engaging communities with science and scientific issues.

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