Science popularization in Croatia – myth or reality? An overview of the round table discussion held at the Ruđer Bošković Institute

摘要

The public perception of science in Croatia does not work in favourudof science or scientists. The statistics show that although scientists stilluddeserve the major respect and trust of the public, most of the peopleudstill do not know what the 'use' of science is. Our public is completelyudunaware of the crucial role of science for the development of sustainableudeconomy. Decision and opinion makers are a major part of thisudpublic. The public is their electorate. How can we expect them to investudin science if these investments don't bring them votes?