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‘Stick to the science’: when science gets political

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Why does a journal of science need to cover politics? It is a question that Nature often gets asked when we publish articles covering political matters. According to some members of our audience, Nature has no place in political discussions.

But is that true? Well, our new podcast miniseries "Stick to the science" aims to find out. In three parts, we will explore the history, philosophy and reality of science’s complicated relationship with politics.

We look back at the history of the knotty relationship between science, politics and power, and ask how Nature fits in. We speak to historians, political scientists, editorial staff, even philosophers to unpick centuries of connections.

Politics is deeply ingrained in scientists’ working life. Be it through funding agendas, cultural lobbies or personal bias, politics can shape the game in myriad ways, influencing the direction and quality of research. But what does this mean for the objective ideals of science?

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