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What is science? Even scientists can't agree

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Briefings

A 2026 study published in Royal Society Open Science reveals that scientists disagree about the meaning and purpose of science more than the general public does. The research examined 18 descriptions of science and found that few received unqualified endorsement from scientists, who often expressed reservations even about ideas they generally agreed with.

Key points

• Scientists disagree about the meaning and purpose of science more than the general public does.
• Of 18 descriptions of science examined, few received unqualified endorsement from scientists.

Context

This finding challenges the assumption that scientists share a unified understanding of scientific practice, suggesting internal disagreement exists even among experts.

Limitations

Evidence is limited to the 18 descriptions examined in the study, published in Royal Society Open Science. The study does not specify the time period or snapshot limitations of the data used.

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