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Turn on the light on science:a research-based guide to break down popular stereotypes about science and scientist

Tintori, Antonio - Nama Orang
Palomba, Rossella - Nama Orang

"Scientists deserve public recognition. The ways that they are depicted, however, are severely limited in physical and personal traits, helping to establish and enhance stereotypes under the general title of ‘scientist’. These stereotypes range from the arrogant researcher who wants to rule the world, to the lab coat wearing ‘nerdy’ genius, but all generally fall to an extreme view of an existing perception of what a scientist should look and be like. For example, the popular image of ‘a scientist’ overlooks the presence of women almost entirely unless attributed to specific subjects and/or with narrow character depictions. The implications can be far-reaching. Young people, being heavily swayed by what they see and hear in the media, may avoid scientific careers because of these limited or unflattering portrayals of the scientific community, regardless of whether they reflect real life. Based on findings from the Light’13 project, this book examines such stereotypes and questions whether it is possible to adjust people’s perception of scientists and to increase interest in science and scientific careers through a series of specific actions and events."

Additional Information
Penerbit
London : Ubiquity Press
GMD ( General Material Designation )
Electronic Resource
No. Panggil
530.092
TIN
t
530.092 TIN t
ISBN/ISSN9781911529057
Klasifikasi
530.092
Deskripsi Fisik
xvi, 104p.: ill.
Bahasa
English
Edisi
-
Subjek
Science
Humans
Pernyataan Tanggungjawab
Info Detail Spesifik
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GMD
Electronic Resource
Tipe Isi
text
Tipe Media
computer
Tipe Pembawa
online resource

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