Neurosciences divulgation in Argentina. An analysis of neuroscientists’ motivations for public communication of science
Keywords:
neurosciences, society, public communication of science, motivationsAbstract
In this article I explore the relationship between science and society through the reasons that lead neuroscientists to get involved in science diffusion activities. In particular, I focus on how beliefs about science and the scientific method become the first motivation of scientists’ participation in public space. It is not only a matter of keeping society up to date on neuroscience advances, but neuroscientists are excited to convey the values of science and show scientific activity as a morally exemplary activity. The paper is part of an ongoing research in which I analyse the circulation of scientific ideas about the brain in the Argentine public space from a heterogeneous corpus of secondary sources (such as books of dissemination, journalistic notes, television and radio programs, public events, among others) and primary (interviews with neuroscientists and observations in outreach activities, such as community talks, book presentations and cultural and theatrical exhibitions).
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