Press Release: Europeans are more interested in science than sport and want EU research boosted

According to a new Eurobarometer report published on 21 June 2010, nearly 80% of Europeans say they are interested in scientific discoveries and technological developments, compared to 65% interested in sport. Over 70% of Europeans think EU-funded research will become more important in the future. 57% think scientists should put more effort into communicating about their work and 66% believe governments should do more to interest young people in scientific issues. Europeans overwhelmingly recognise the benefits and importance of science but many also express fears over risks from new technologies and the power that knowledge gives to scientists.

European Commission: Memo: MEMO/10/266: Special Eurobarometer on science and technology, June 2010 http://europa.eu/rapid/pressReleasesAction.do?reference=MEMO/10/266&format=HTML&aged=0&language=EN&guiLanguage=en

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