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Photo by UNESCO Courier on September 10, 2026. May be an image of studying, newspaper, magazine, office and text that says 'शभिि unesco Courier In just a few years, the field of science journalism has changed considerably. Science reporting used to function as a transmission system: scientists produced knowledge and journalists translated it for the public. That model has evolved significantly. Science journalists increasingly operate in a context where public trust in institutions has eroded and political polarization shapes scientific interpretation.'.
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In a digital world driven by speed, emotion and algorithms, science journalism is facing a new challenge: making nuance visible when misinformation spreads faster than facts. Drawing on the testimonies and expertise of Indian science and environmental journalists, the latest UNESCO Courier explores how climate reporting, public trust and the pressure for “quick content” are reshaping the profession. Why are half-truths so difficult to identify? Why does rigorous science reporting require time? And what happens when newsrooms no longer have the resources to do that work? Read the full article by Subhra Priyadarshini, Editor-in-Chief of Nature India, in our latest issue. Link in bio.

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