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Science in times of polarised public issues

We examine how the challenges of science communication are evolving, particularly in research fields that become the subject of highly polarised debates. What responsibilities and demands arise for researchers when engaging with such contested issues, both with the general public and with interest-driven political and economic actors?

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Research Leads

Nataliia Sokolovska | HIIG

Nataliia Sokolovska

Head of Research Programme: Knowledge & Society

About our research

Thank you for your interest. This topic in focus is currently under development. We look forward to sharing it with you soon. The full page will be published in early 2026.