The author calls for science communication scholars to play a greater role in helping to understand the processes, impacts, and implications of an enhanced public role in science policy decision making. A number of potential research topics are listed, including the role of celebrities in information campaigns, how public input changes priority-setting activities, and the significance of technology-driven public access to scientific information.
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