How veterans and non-veterans fare in the U.S. job market
Veterans of prime working age generally fare at least as well as non-veterans in the U.S. job market, though there are differences in the work they do.
Science
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Democrats more supportive than Republicans of federal spending for scientific research
Around six-in-ten Democrats support increased spending for scientific research, compared with 40% of Republicans, a gap that has grown over time.
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Most Americans say science has brought benefits to society and expect more to come
A strong majority of the American public thinks of science as having a positive effect on society, and most expect continued benefits to accrue from science in the years ahead.
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Most Americans have positive image of research scientists, but fewer see them as good communicators
About nine-in-ten Americans see research scientists as intelligent, while a smaller majority describe them as good communicators.
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Democrats and Republicans differ over role and value of scientists in policy debates
Most Democrats think scientists should take an active role in policy debates, while 56% of Republicans say they should focus on establishing sound scientific facts.
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Mail-in DNA test results bring surprises about family history for many users
For example, about four-in-ten of those who used mail-in DNA testing say they were surprised by results for where ancestors came from.
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5 key findings about public trust in scientists in the U.S.
Americans have broadly positive views of scientists and their work but are more tepid when it comes to trusting their competence, credibility and concern for the public interest.
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Findings at a glance: Medical research scientists
Most Americans have positive overall views of medical research scientists, but their views are more mixed when it comes to trust in them to do a good job, show concern for the public’s interest and provide fair and accurate information, according to a new Pew Research Center report.
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Findings at a glance: Environmental health specialists
A majority of Americans have a positive overall view of environmental health scientists, though their opinions are more mixed when it comes to trust in them to do a good job, show concern for the community’s interest and provide fair and accurate information.
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Findings at a glance: Environmental research scientists
A majority of Americans express positive overall views of environmental research scientists, though their opinions are more mixed when it comes to confidence in them to do a good job, show concern for the public’s interest and provide fair and accurate information.
