Science has long been the key to objective knowledge. Some of that knowledge, such as information about nutrition, climate change, hydrology, geology, and ecology, influences our daily decisions. Science also informs governments that seek to define risks and mitigate dangers. The popular notion is that science is a force for good and that knowledge derived from theory and experiment gives rise to technological advancement, thus improving everyone’s lives. This, however, is not always the case.
Science can be a force for good, and it has enhanced our lives in countless ways. But even a cursory look at science in the 20th century shows that what passes for science can be detrimental. Scientocacy documents only some of the more recent abuses of science that informed members of the public should be aware of. Michaels and Kealey will be joined by Holden Thorp, editor of Science, one of the world’s premier academic journals. Please join us for a timely and lively discussion.
Featuring (left to right):
* (Moderator) Jason Kuznicki, Editor, Cato Books and Cato Unbound
* (Commentary) Holden Thorp, Editor-in-chief, Science
* (Editor) Terence Kealey, Adjunct Scholar, Cato Institute; Former Professor of Biochemistry, University of Cambridge
* (Editor) Patrick J. Michaels, Senior Fellow, Competitive Enterprise Institute; Former Research Professor in Environmental Sciences, University of Virginia
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