The Role of the Public Sphere of Science in Fostering Public Trust in Science in Ukraine

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https://doi.org/10.15407/scine20.03.017

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public trust, public sphere of science, public engagement, science communication, social media

Abstract

Introduction. The war in Ukraine has created a challenging environment for scholarly research, as many researchers and institutions have found themselves in constrained conditions and resources. Furthermore, there has been a decline in public trust in institutions in Ukraine, including the scholarly community.
Problem Statement. In Ukraine, public trust in science has been consistently low in recent years. This may have negative consequences for the development of science and technology in the country, as well as for public policy decisions that rely on scientifi c evidence. Therefore, there is a need to foster public trust in the science of Ukraine.
Purpose. The purpose of this research is to identify the key tools and technologies of the public sphere of science, which can contribute to building trust in science among the Ukrainian public.
Material and Methods. There have been used the methods of analysis, synthesis, comparison, structural, functional, system analysis, and integration.
Results. The importance of the role of the public sphere of science in shaping public trust in scholarly research in Ukraine has been established. The main tools and technologies in the public sphere of science that can be used to engage the public and to enhance trust in science in Ukraine have been analyzed. The role of social media platforms, scientifi c webinars, scientifi c platforms, and scientifi c festivals in this process and their potential for engaging the public in scientifi c knowledge and research have been discussed.
Conclusions. The importance of involving the public in scientifi c decision-making processes and engagement through organizing public discussions and debates has been concluded. Another crucial step is ensuring open access to scientifi c information and promoting greater transparency. Collaboration among research organizations, the public, the government, and other stakeholders is also vital to the development of eff ective scientifi c policies. The use of innovation technologies and digital tools facilitates interaction between science and the public. Ensuring access to scientifi c knowledge and scientifi c education contributes to increasing trust in science.

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2024-05-08

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KARMADONOVA, T. (2024). The Role of the Public Sphere of Science in Fostering Public Trust in Science in Ukraine. Science and Innovation, 20(3), 17–27. https://doi.org/10.15407/scine20.03.017

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General Questions on Modern Scientific, Technical and Innovation Policy