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Is science journalism dying? A 40-year comparison
Original: Is science journalism dying? Comparing a ‘science crash’ 40 years ago to today
Debate has revived over the state of science journalism, drawing parallels between a so-called 'science crash' four decades ago and today's shrinking coverage. Observers point to declining specialist reporters in newsrooms, media consolidation, and changing audiences as evidence that dedicated science coverage is weakening, and question what that means for public understanding of research and health.
Why now: Concerns about shrinking specialist science coverage in newsrooms are being revisited as news outlets cut staff.
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- Is science journalism dying? Comparing a ‘science crash’ 40 years ago to today · Free Speech Center
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