Science Literacy and Mayonnaise

The ever-increasing number of Internet pseudo facts, profound public misunderstanding of science, and growing distrust of the food science and technology profession are distressing. Studies show the lack of science literacy in our population starts early. Children are not exposed to science experiences in elementary schools. They have increased anxiety and dislike for science as they move from elementary to high school. Their enjoyment of science decreases with grade level and a historically low…