ABSTRACT
Among scientists, especially natural scientists, in Europe and North America, it is not uncommon to feel that the reporting of science in the news media is inadequate in several respects. Among the points frequently mentioned are:
Non-or underreporting of important scientifi c progress; Sensationalism and negativity in choice of science topics; Sensationalism and negativity in wording and in presentation; Inaccurate reporting; Reluctance to publish rejoinders and corrections.
