In today’s world, fact-based information is crucially important. Misinformation and disinformation have made informed decision-making a difficult process. In addition, scientists, accustomed to presenting information in concise, technical language, often prepare statements and articles that are difficult to understand, or can be downright boring or confusing to the average person. Thus, depending on the source, information can be wrong, misleading, or misinterpreted, and lead to poor decision-making.
The science writer can provide an invaluable service, bridging the gap between scientist and non-scientist, by making sure that the information read is accurate, and presenting it in a way that is interesting and understandable, and can be used productively.
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