Taking the fiction out of science's portrayal

Article Abstract:

An analysis of the value of degree courses in science fiction and the way in which journalists and the public misinterpret such courses and their objectives. It is argued that, as the main exposure of the majority of people to science and scientists is through their representation in works of fiction, it is crucial to understand how scientists are being portrayed in the media if the public are to be given a realistic idea of what science is really like and scientists are to understand what the public really think they do.

Science fiction

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...believe scientists should be less ashamed of their passion

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An analysis of efforts in the UK to improve the uptake of science by students at A level and university. It is argued that the job would be easier if scientists were less embarrassed about talking about what they do and instead actively engaged people in discussions about their work.

Marketing procedures, Marketing, Company marketing practices, Sciences education, Science education, Educational aspects

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Armed and dangerously provocative..

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An overview of the ways in which artists are taking their inspiration from scientists and scientific research in order to find new ways to express themselves.

Performing Arts, Spectator Sports, and Related Industries, Visual Arts, Methods, Usage, Influence, Technology application, Art

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