Scientific Misinformation

Resumo

Scientific misinformation refers to false, misleading, or inaccurate information that contradicts, ignores, or misrepresents established scientific evidence or consensus. It can stem from accidental misunderstanding or ignorance of facts, as well as from their deliberate distortion (generally referred to as “disinformation”). Unlike rigorous scientific evidence, misinformation typically lacks a credible evidential basis and does not rely on the scientific method. Often spread through mass media, social networking platforms, or informal communication, scientific misinformation can undermine public trust in science, influence health and policy decisions, and contribute to confusion or harmful behaviours at both personal and societal levels.

Tipo

Artigo

Área

Comunicação

Ano

2025

Idioma

Inglês

Licença

CC BY

DOI

10.3390/encyclopedia5030119

Como citar (ABNT)

SIANI, Alessandro. Scientific Misinformation. Encyclopedia, v. 5, n. 3, p. 119, 2025. DOI: 10.3390/encyclopedia5030119.