Sciences perceived as precise and consensual are more trusted.

Pfänder J, Mercier H

DOI: 10.1177/09636625261471051
Published: 2026 Aug 11
Container: Public understanding of science (Bristol, England)
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BibTeX

@article{allodium:10.1177/09636625261471051,
  title = {Sciences perceived as precise and consensual are more trusted.},
  author = {Pfänder J and Mercier H},
  year = {2026},
  journal = {Public understanding of science (Bristol, England)},
  doi = {10.1177/09636625261471051},
  url = {https://doi.org/10.1177/09636625261471051}
}

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TI  - Sciences perceived as precise and consensual are more trusted.
AU  - Pfänder J
AU  - Mercier H
PY  - 2026
JO  - Public understanding of science (Bristol, England)
DO  - 10.1177/09636625261471051
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APA

J, P., & H, M. (2026). Sciences perceived as precise and consensual are more trusted.. Public understanding of science (Bristol, England). https://doi.org/10.1177/09636625261471051

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