Science, Where Art Thou? We must do a better job at communicating knowledge and science

Science is seen as dispensable and even dull by vast segments of society today. But as Physicist Joao Magueijo once put it “When we touch upon certain scientific realities, we physicists undergo experiences which make all other human experiences miserable and dull in comparison” (1)? Science is far from boring, and widespread conversance with science is crucial to making better decisions across the board – including healing the planet and ensuring a viable future. We must do a much better job at communicating knowledge and elementary science—or else.