Science & Democracy Resources

In general, people of color have received fewer of the benefits from scientific advances and borne more of the destructive consequences

A study of four Houston communities shows that both short- and long-term chemical risks are unevenly distributed along racial and economic lines.

Despite evidence showing that food labels can help consumers make healthier choices, the food industry continues to trot out tired, misleading claims to the contrary.

A new survey of federal scientists shows that while scientific integrity has gained ground in recent years, a lot of work remains to be done.

Barriers between reporters and government scientists are making it harder for science writers to keep the public informed, according to a new survey.

We need chemical policy reform for the health and safety of all Americans. Guess who's standing in the way?

At a June 2015 meeting and community forum in Minneapolis, community leaders, policymakers, researchers, and students shared ideas and experiences on what it takes to forge trusted, equitable, and respectful partnerships to advance food policy reform.

Local officials face many challenges in responding to unconventional oil and gas development—so they need to make effective use of all the tools at their disposal.

Our Lewis M. Branscomb Forum, "Community Connections," explored new ways for scientists and communities to work together to meet challenges like chemical hazards, climate change impacts, or access to healthy food.

Two years after UCS evaluated the media and social media policies at 17 federal agencies, a new analysis finds progress—but much work remains to be done.