Intelligence doesn’t make you immune to conspiracy theories – it’s more about thinking style
Being smart won’t protect you from falling down conspiracy rabbit holes.
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Coronavirus anti‑vaxxers: one in six British people would refuse a vaccine – here’s how to change their minds
Research on conspiracy theories can help people become receptive to health advice.
In Alberta, far‑right populism fuelled by conspiracy theories and alienation drive bid to separate from Canada
Political scientist Jared Wesley tells The Conversation Weekly podcast what is driving separatist sentiment in the Canadian province of Alberta ahead of a referendum on October 19.
3 reasons young people are more likely to believe conspiracy theories – and how we can help them discover the truth
New research reveals people aged under 35 are more likely to believe conspiracy theories due to political alienation and low self-esteem.
The hunt for a coronavirus cure is showing how science can change for the better
But there are also risks to open science.
Four experts investigate how the 5G coronavirus conspiracy theory began
Conspiracy theories about mobile phone technology have been circulating since the 1990s and the imagined potential of radio waves to remote control a population.
Germ theory denialism is alive and well – and taking the nuance out of scientific debate
People have denied germ theory since the moment it was born in the late 19th century.
Russia’s state broadcaster RT going all‑out to boost legitimacy of rigged Duma election
Russia’s state broadcaster works hand-in-hand with the Kremlin to push the party line.
The way we use data is a life or death matter – from the refugee crisis to COVID‑19
An algorithm driven world is dehumanising – but by understanding this we can call for a more equitable and human use of data.
Friday essay: empathy or division? On the science and politics of storytelling
The unique power of story is like a sharp knife, writes Claire Corbett. It is neither good nor evil, but can cut both ways.