What Is Science Denialism?

Science denialism is the rejection of established scientific facts and theories, often in favor of misinformation, personal beliefs, or conspiracy theories…

Science denialism is the rejection of established scientific facts and theories, often in favor of misinformation, personal beliefs, or conspiracy theories. It’s not just skepticism—healthy skepticism is a key part of the scientific process. Denialism, on the other hand, is the refusal to accept evidence even when it is overwhelming.

Science denialism is particularly dangerous because it can influence public policy, endanger lives, and erode trust in experts and institutions. It manifests in areas like climate change denial, vaccine misinformation, COVID-19 conspiracy theories, and the rejection of evolution.