Historians and sociologists lecture scientists - about science
Popular science presenters like Brian Cox are sometimes criticised by colleagues suffering from a bit of professional jealousy - although it's a lot better than in the old days. I think most scientists today recognise the need for good science communication with the public - who, after all, are financing our science through the taxation system.
Brian Cox and his mate Robin Ince wrote a recent New Statesman editorial promoting a better understanding of the nature of science and its role in public decision-making (see…
The Cox-Ince controversy rumbles on, apparently...
