Suchergebnisse

In volume 3 we concentrate on how scientists can communicate science through the media: classical media, as well as social media. Mass media and journalists are institutional gatekeepers in the policymaking process, mainly through selection, as well as through the framing of information. The media act as translators between government actions and public attitudes. In order to maximize the chances of getting research to the media, scientists have to provide information in a timely and targeted manner.

Volume 6 explores the role of scientists in the science-policy dialogue. It provides an overview of the most important elements of the Swiss political system. It outlines the general structure and law-making process and discusses how scientific experts are able to exert influence on political processes and decisions. In contrast to political systems, where the only official political participation of citizens is the election of representatives, Switzerland has a political system of direct democracy, which means that people decide directly on many policies by regular referendums.