The Necessity of Professional Explainers: Enhancing Research, Inquiry, and Public Understanding

As fields of knowledge become increasingly specialized and complex, the gap between experts and the
general public — or even between different fields of expertise — has widened significantly. This paper
proposes the formalization of "Professional Explainers" as a distinct career path aimed at bridging this gap.
Professional explainers distill complex ideas into digestible narratives without sacrificing nuance or integrity.
Their function is critical for interdisciplinary research, public trust in science, and the advancement of inquiry
across all domains. This paper argues that institutionalizing professional explanation services would further
research, enhance collaboration, and significantly bolster public understanding.