In your opinion, what role does the media play in shaping public perception of scientific issues?

After many profound researches on the topic, I've come to the conclusion that media plays a crucial role in shaping public opinion in general, not only in relation to scientific issues. Moreover, everyday users prefer reaching out to other users when seeking information about certain issues, as they show distrust towards paid media. In their [...]

Well, it is a difficult question for me because, to be honest, in Indonesia, our awareness about scientific research and findings is very low. The reason is that our media does not highlight the development of research and findings itself. It is quite shameful for a researcher like me that Indonesia doesn't care about the [...]