SciPoll Results

Overhyped scientific findings aren’t just a media problem—they’re affecting the careers and lives of scientists. As exaggerated claims make headlines, researchers are left to deal with the fallout, from misplaced public trust to pressures within academia. This trend poses significant challenges to the integrity of scientific communication and can have far-reaching consequences for researchers’ careers… Read More

Our survey aimed to explore your experiences and insights regarding the erosion of public trust in science and its impact on the application of research findings. The relationship between scientific research and public trust is crucial for the effective implementation of evidence-based policies and practices. However, recent trends indicate a growing skepticism towards scientific findings… Read More

This SciPoll sought to understand the challenges and consequences of result misinterpretation in scientific literature.

The goal of this SciPoll was to understand if members of our community was facing pressures from publishers.

The goal of this SciPoll was to learn the opinion of our community on the impact of poor media coverage on the scientific community.

This SciPoll sought to understand our communities opinions on publication bias in scientific publishing.

The goal of this SciPoll was to understand the impact AI could have on our community.

The intersection of science and law is becoming increasingly crucial in our modern world. As legal cases grow more complex, scientific evidence often plays a pivotal role in court decisions. However, the integration of scientific knowledge into legal proceedings presents unique challenges and opportunities not only to court systems but the scientists involved as well…. Read More

The US Department of Justice (DOJ) has recommended marijuana be reclassified to a Schedule III substance, in line with the results of SciPinion’s SciPoll. The SciPoll examined expert perspectives on how marijuana should be classified under the USDEA’s substance scheduling system. The majority of experts (64%) believed marijuana should be classified as a schedule III… Read More

In recent years, the scientific community has faced increasing challenges incommunicating research findings and professional opinions to the public. Scientists across various disciplines have reported experiencing criticism, harassment, and even threats for sharing their expertise, particularly on controversial or politically sensitive topics. This has raised concerns about the potential impact on scientific progress, public trust… Read More