One of the most trenchant observers of the science/policy interface is Daniel Sarewitz, co-director of Arizona State University's Consortium for Science, Policy & Outcomes. Since 2009, Sarewitz has been a regular columnist for the journal Nature. He writes for both general and specialized audiences. His insightful essays, on everything from the politics of climate change to the science versus religion fracas, often provoke heated debate. I suppose that's to be expected, given the charged terrain he navigates.
I had a brief Q & A with Sarewitz this week (via email), related to several of his Nature columns, including his latest
in the current issue. KK: You have a new piece
out in Nature that takes a dim view of those who mix science and politics. You argue that the science community has come to be seen as too closely allied with the Democratic party. But haven't there always been politically ...
