Debunking Science Myths: Preconceptions about science put to the test

How trusting is society towards science? In general, the picture is positive: according to the Science Barometer 2024, 56% of respondents have trust in research and science. At the same time, there is also mistrust in research results and questions about the independence of researchers. But what is the basis of the most common prejudices that researchers are confronted with in their work? We shed light on five popular myths and misconceptions: from dependence on funders and dealing with mistakes to a constantly quarrelling profession with a political agenda and a chronic lack of reality. Discover how research really works.