Challenging the Ideological Consensus in Science

The chapter delves into the disparity between public perception and scientific debates, using the example of the debate on teaching controversial theories like evolution. It discusses the evolution of peer review and how it has shifted from quality control to enforcing consensus, hindering the consideration of diverse viewpoints. The chapter emphasizes the importance of open discussion, transparency, and ethical conduct in scientific research to prevent the misuse of science for ideological conformity.