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Science Policy Decisions In the Face of Uncertainty

Opinions on to what degree government agencies and organizations should follow best available science/scientific weight of evidence

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Decision makers must make policy decisions about science topics in the face of  varying degrees of uncertainty.  The topic of science policy decision making and uncertainty is complex and wide ranging. This is the first in a series of SciPolls on this topic.  For this first SciPoll in this series, we focus on a limited policy area; setting safe exposure limits.  
When governments set safe exposure limits for the general population, they have the task of weighing best available science, which is always limited.  The prevailing approach for many decisions is to err on the side of caution as a result of their mandate to protect public health, without sometimes considering the effects of that bias.  Where on this continuum do you think government agencies should make decisions?  
We value your opinions on this complex topic and welcome advice on how to improve and advance this topic with subsequent SciPolls.
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  • Result 5847 user-492661

    01/11/2024 10:35

    Without doubt, policy decisions should be based on best available scientific evidence. However, such evidence must be obtained through were designed and responsibly executed scientific research. Where necessary, researchers must be blinded, neutrality ensured and researchers must be found uncompromisingly qualified to administer intervention or engage research activities otherwise veracity will be in question and hence the applicability of the emerging evidence. Hence, the degree of external and internal validity spells the extent to which policy decisions should be founded on scientific evidence.

  • Result 5847 user-887823

    10/11/2023 12:01

    For sure, making science policy decisions in the face of uncertainty is a complex challenge that requires careful consideration of evolving scientific knowledge, potential unintended consequences, and effective communication strategies. By fostering collaboration, investing in research, and promoting transparent communication, we can strive towards more robust and evidence-based science policies that address societal challenges effectively.

  • Result 5846 user-399994

    08/30/2023 10:38

    north Africa

  • Result 5845 user-399994

    08/30/2023 10:37

    I am professor in Physics and materials science

  • Result 5847 user-399994

    08/30/2023 10:36

    First, we must ensure the quality and objectivity of scientific evidence. We must also prove the neutrality of the scientific researchers who issued these proofs/conclusions. COVID-19 has shown us that a lot of fake science is circulating even in major scientific journals. We must then carefully read the conclusions of scientific work, paying close attention to the nuances that are used when the scientists themselves tend to doubt their conclusions. This information must also be cross-referenced with other information from other organizations/researchers.