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How do average Russian citizens perceive scientific research and scientists?

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How do average Russian citizens perceive scientific research and scientists?

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VB: In former times, the interest in science was much higher when compared with the present day. There were many popular journals, radio and TV programs, and good, inexpensive popular books dealing with science. There was a tradition similar to your Distinguished Lecturers program, where prominent scientists traveled to small towns and villages, visited industrial enterprises, schools, etc. giving popular lectures on their subjects. Science and scientists were respected. Now the situation has changed, but we nevertheless have young people, especially those living far from the major cities, who are interested in science. And we still have enthusiasts who continue to work and teach. AA: Most average Russian citizens perceive scientific research and scientists quite positively, but the “new Russian people,” who have accumulated a lot of money during “perestroika,” don’t want to invest financial resources in scientific research on new technology and fundamental knowledge. SX: How supportiv

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