Scientific research pushes the boundaries of what we know and uncovers new truths about the world around us. But how is scientific truth established? With sometimes contradictory findings in the news, how do we know what to believe? And since mistakes sometimes slip by the peer-review system, would involving non-scientists boost the integrity of new research?

Panelists included:

Charles RamcharanAssociate Professor, Department of Biology and Cooperative Freshwater Biology Unit, Laurentian University

Chantal BarriaultSenior Scientist, Research and Evaluation, Science NorthCo-Director, Science Communication Graduate Program, Laurentian University

Moderator: Dana MurchisonStaff Scientist, Science North