The value of science for critical decisions

In crises such as coronavirus, the value of research and facts becomes clear. Even when experts don’t (and can’t) have all the answers, we’ve got to listen to what they have to say, says Reto Knutti.

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  • Jacques REIS26.03.2020 22:21

    Dear sir, I appreciate your article which appears more as a plea to seek scientific advices. The question, which I try to address is : why are decision-markers deaf ; why are they unable to listen to experts who can tell them about the futures challenges? What is your opinion? Best regards, J.REIS You may be interested: Decision-making under uncertainty in environmental health policy: new approaches Jacques Reis and Peter S. Spencer