The Trust in Science and Science-Related Populism (TISP) study, one of the largest post-pandemic examinations of public trust in scientists, was published in Nature Human Behaviour, with a companion data paper published in Scientific Data. Dr. Michael TYRALA, Lecturer I of the Division of Public Policy (PPOL), contributed to this research by co-leading the data collection efforts for Slovakia as part of the international research team.

This study significantly advances our understanding of public trust in science across diverse global contexts. Its unprecedented scope - examining nearly 72,000 respondents across 68 countries - provides robust evidence that reveals consistently high levels of public trust in scientists and strong support for their involvement in society and policymaking. It also identifies areas for improvement, particularly in aligning scientific priorities with public needs and enhancing scientists' receptiveness to public feedback.

The significance of this research extends beyond its immediate findings, contributing to both scholarly discourse and practical applications. Dr. Tyrala's participation in this influential study strengthens the bridge between academic research and public understanding of science, while offering valuable resources through its comprehensive dataset and visualization tools.

The complete dataset and an interactive dashboard are now available through Scientific Data and the project website respectively, providing valuable resources for further research and analysis.