Explaining Polarized Trust in Scientists: A Political Stereotype-Approach

IF 4.6 1区文学 Q1 COMMUNICATION

Science Communication Pub Date : 2024-01-19 DOI:10.1177/10755470231221770

M. S. Altenmüller, Tobias Wingen, Anna Schulte

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Abstract

Trust in science is polarized along political lines—but why? We show across a series of highly controlled studies (total N = 2,859) and a large-scale Twitter analysis ( N = 3,977,868) that people across the political spectrum hold stereotypes about scientists’ political orientation (e.g., “scientists are liberal”) and that these stereotypes decisively affect the link between their own political orientation and their trust in scientists. Critically, this effect shaped participants’ perceptions of the value of science, protective behavior intentions during a pandemic, policy support, and information-seeking behavior. Therefore, these insights have important implications for effective science communication.

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解释对科学家信任的两极分化：政治刻板印象方法

对科学的信任因政治立场而两极分化--原因何在？我们通过一系列高度控制的研究（总人数 = 2,859）和大规模的推特分析（人数 = 3,977,868）表明，不同政治派别的人对科学家的政治倾向持有成见（例如 "科学家是自由派"），而这些成见决定性地影响了他们自身的政治倾向和对科学家的信任之间的联系。重要的是，这种影响决定了参与者对科学价值的看法、大流行病期间的保护行为意向、政策支持以及信息搜寻行为。因此，这些见解对有效的科学传播具有重要意义。

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Science Communication COMMUNICATION-

CiteScore

13.50

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4.40%

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期刊介绍： Science Communication is a prestigious journal that focuses on communication research. It is recognized globally for publishing top-quality manuscripts that demonstrate excellent theoretical frameworks and robust methodology. Our journal embraces a broad definition of science, encompassing not only the natural and physical sciences but also social science, technology, environment, engineering, and health. Regardless of the scientific area, effective communication is always the focal point of our investigations. Apart from theoretical and methodological rigor, we place great emphasis on the practical implications of scientific communication. Therefore, we expect all submitted manuscripts to address the real-world applications and significance of their research, alongside theoretical considerations. In summary, Science Communication is an internationally renowned journal dedicated to bridging the gap between science and society. By promoting effective communication in various scientific domains, we strive to engage readers with intriguing research that has tangible implications for the world around us.