Chris Mooney

Journalist and author, Climate Communication

Chris Mooney - Journalist and author, Climate Communication
Born

September 20th, 1977
48 years ago

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

United States

Links & References

This individual worked as a journalist and academic, focusing on the intersection of science and policy. Topics of interest included climate change, public understanding of science, and communication strategies related to environmental issues. Important publications included books such as 'The Republican War on Science' and 'Unscientific America', which addressed the relationship between scientific inquiry and political discourse. Contributions to various media outlets provided insights into the challenges of conveying scientific information to the public.

Authored 'The Republican War on Science'

Wrote 'Unscientific America'

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