Peer reviewedERIC Number: EJ316515
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1985
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Scientific Barriers to the Popularization of Science in the Mass Media.
Dunwoody, Sharon; Ryan, Michael
Journal of Communication, v35 n1 p26-42 Win 1985
Surveyed the attitudes of scientists toward the public dissemination of scientific information. Examined possible constraints relative to training and reward systems. Found general agreement that, except for research funding, little is to be gained within science by engaging in public dissemination of information. (PD)
Descriptors: Information Dissemination, Mass Media, Publicity, Sciences, Scientific Attitudes, Scientists, Surveys
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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