The Fine art of Detecting Sciencewashing: Definition, Consequences, Forms & Prevention
Journal
Journal Trends und Themen aus der Wissenschaftskommunikation
Type
journal article
Date Issued
2023
Author(s)
Abstract
Sciencewashing is a deliberate action to simulate scientific practices or quality assurance to deceive others. It occurs in various areas, e.g., the beauty marketing or the nutritional supplement industry. In this guest article, Stefan T. Siegel and Jannes Terdenge elaborate on the question of what sciencewashing is and why it can be a challenge for science communication.
Language
English
Keywords
sciencewashing
greenwashing
badscience
sciencecommunication
deception
evidence
misconceptions
HSG Classification
contribution to practical use / society
Refereed
Yes
Publisher place
Berlin
Start page
1
End page
4
Pages
4
Subject(s)
Division(s)
Contact Email Address
stefan.siegel@unisg.ch
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