This chapter addresses the discourse of antiscience as it has progressively emerged and spread over the last two decades. The epistemological and discursive strategies employed by antiscience movements in their opposition to established scientific frameworks will be investigated, highlighting their intersection with contemporary populist politics. Particular attention will be granted to the COVID-19 pandemic and antivax rhetoric as prominent examples of antiscientific discourse.

Antiscience Discourse

Demata, Massimiliano
2026-01-01

Abstract

This chapter addresses the discourse of antiscience as it has progressively emerged and spread over the last two decades. The epistemological and discursive strategies employed by antiscience movements in their opposition to established scientific frameworks will be investigated, highlighting their intersection with contemporary populist politics. Particular attention will be granted to the COVID-19 pandemic and antivax rhetoric as prominent examples of antiscientific discourse.
2026
9780443157851
antiscience
post-truth
pandemic
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