Posted on 04/05/2025 7:00:24 AM PDT by Oldeconomybuyer
Scientists primarily publish their work in academic journals, where writing is expected to be technical, objective and dispassionate -- making it unlikely to appeal to, or be easily understood by non-experts.
The researchers -- from the University of Exeter -- argue for science "translated into stories," with benefits both for science and wider society.
They suggest ways that scientists can tell powerful, passionate stories without compromising the objectivity of science.
"As environmental scientists ourselves, we feel frustration, a sense of loss, fear and sometimes helplessness at the lack of action to protect the planet," said Professor Karen Anderson, from the Environment and Sustainability Institute on Exeter's Penryn Campus in Cornwall.
"But researchers are expected to be rational -- not emotional -- for fear of being seen as less objective and trustworthy.
"This prevents scientists from using their knowledge, passion and creative skills to fully communicate the work."
"Humans are inspired by stories. By telling better stories, scientists can help inspire meaningful action to protect ourselves by protecting our environment and the planet."
Professor Anderson concluded: "There is plenty of other academic work that advocates for scientific storytelling.
"The problem is that these other pieces don't demonstrate how this can be done.
"Our piece tries to showcase different ways that scientists can experiment with more creative communication methods.
"We understand that it might feel strange to do this, but we hope that other scientists are willing to give this a try.
"It's the start of a different type of experiment -- an experiment with stories."
(Excerpt) Read more at sciencedaily.com ...
Their idiocy isn’t an accident, it’s deliberate. I do like the idea of a Thunberg sacrifice. A sensible volcano would spit her back out.
btw, she’s a ‘palestinian’ supporter now.
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