> And scientists, by and large, don’t seem to be concerned with impressing the public...
Some quotes from European Research Commissioner Moedas, answering the first question.
“...which is that this is linking between the citizens and science, how important is that?...”
“Because we want European citizens to feel connected.”
“I’ve never seen this room so full.”
“It’s so refreshing to come here, to see so many people, to see people clap. I mean it’s very rare in a press room to have people clapping.”
During his introductory comments also, he is clearly excited and wants to engage people, and not simply through the scientific method. He talks about watching sci-fi movies as a kid and books on science.
People. It’s ok to throw Science a party.
