New Research: Trust in Science in the U.S. is Above the Global Average
The Wellcome Global Monitor survey reveals that 52 percent of Americans have a high level of trust in science.
A new global survey based on investment and research data shows that the American public's trust in science is well above the global average.
Results of the Global Survey
The extensive Wellcome Global Monitor survey, conducted with the participation of hundreds of thousands of people, sheds light on the perception of science in different countries. The data obtained from this comprehensive international study also clearly reveals the distinct differences between nations.
Perception of Science in the U.S.
According to the survey, 52 percent of participants in the U.S. state that they have a very high level of trust in science. This rate is at a notable level despite certain discussions surrounding societal polarization.
Global Scale and Vaccine Sentiment
On a global scale, the proportion of those who have high trust in science remains limited at around 26 percent. Additionally, 45 percent of Americans state that they would immediately get vaccinated upon the recommendation of a doctor or nurse, while this rate hovers around 28 percent in Germany.