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Critics Warn of Apocalyptic Thinking in Science Policy

Original: ‘It’s a form of apocalypticism applied to science policy’

A commentary argues that some scientific debates are being framed in apocalyptic terms, warning that this mindset is now shaping science policy decisions. The phrase, describing 'a form of apocalypticism applied to science policy,' suggests critics fear worst-case rhetoric is driving regulation and public funding rather than measured risk assessment. The argument is drawing attention in discussions about how catastrophic framings influence policymaking on emerging technologies.

Why now: Ongoing debate over whether alarmist framing of scientific risks is distorting policy decisions.

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