Toby Shu explains the impact of the Loper Bright Supreme Court decision, which relates to scientific expertise in government.
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Neuroscience in the Real World: Do Scientists and Lawyers See Eye to Eye?
Scientists don’t see eye-to-eye on science, argues Ella Lesher, as she breaks down the differences between scientific and legal evidence.
The Supreme Court at a Scientific Crossroads
“We can’t assume that good science automatically translates into good policy through agency expertise,” writes Ella Lesher.
Ignoring the Evidence: The Skrmetti Decision
The Supreme Court upheld Tennessee’s SB1, limiting gender-affirming care for minors, disregarding significant medical consensus.
The Role of Secrecy in US Semiconductor Policy
In this 2024 AAAS Annual Meeting recap blog, Sheeva recounts a session talking about the challenges of maintaining secrecy as a semiconductor company.
AAAS “Scientific Evidence and the Courts” Conference Recap
Read this recap of the AAAS “Scientific Evidence and the Courts” session.
Bringing Trustworthy Science to Courts
Making sure trustworthy science is brought to courts is of interest both to scientists and the legal system.
The Role of Peer Review in Establishing Scientific Validity
Long before science makes it to the courts, it must be vetted through a scientific process called peer review.
Better Juries through Science
What does science tell us about how to improve juries?
Perspectives on Improving Global Judicial Systems
What are the global challenges to justice – and the solutions?
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