Panic buying has re‐emerged as a 'new'normal consumer behaviour and has become a
co** mechanism for real and perceived dangers associated with COVID‐19. Despite the …

In this conceptual paper, we argue that at times of crisis, what is sometimes called “evidence-
based” or “science-driven” policymaking—establishing scientific truths and then …

Researchers, policy makers and science communicators have become increasingly been
interested in factors that affect public's trust in science. Recently, one such potentially …

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Dutch government has introduced an “intelligent
lockdown” with stay at home and social distancing measures. The Dutch approach to …

The objective of this concept paper focuses on the relevance of the analytical potential of
Social Sciences for understanding the multiple implications and challenges posed by the …

COVID-19 reminded us of the importance of vaccinating for successfully overcoming health-
related crises. Yet, vaccine hesitancy is still present. This study examined the impacts of …

How essential is trust in science to prevent the spread of COVID-19? People who trust in
science are reportedly more likely to comply with official guidelines, implying that higher …

The COVID-19 pandemic not only causes health problems but also affects the level of social
trust. Low social trust occurs in the public sphere and transforms in the digital space. This …

The complexity of societal risks such as pandemics, artificial intelligence, and climate
change may lead laypeople to rely on experts and authorities when evaluating these threats …

The COVID-19 pandemic shapes the lives of people around the globe–at the same time,
people themselves have the power to shape the pandemic. By employing protective health …