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Nullius in verba: the motto of the Royal Society

· Lawrencecpaulson · June 17, 2026, 3:13 p.m.

Science Skepticism trust covid-19

Summary

The article discusses the motto 'Nullius in verba' of the Royal Society, exploring the importance of skepticism and trust in science against a backdrop of historical and contemporary examples, such as the COVID-19 pandemic and climate change. It examines how scientific understanding evolves, the nature of trust, and the challenges posed by misinformation and vested interests in modern discourse.

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