Trust in Science and Technology

Tuesday 27th May 2025

State Library of Queensland,  Auditorium 1

CSIRO came together with senior leaders in science, policy and technology to dive into the complex world of public trust.    Through talks, discussions and interviews, the day provided a broader understanding of how trust influences innovation and vice versa – from responsible health interventions to transparent AI.  

Detailed program here

Main Session (9.00am – 3.00pm)

• Navigate trust at the intersection of science and technology.  
• Question whether too much trust is as problematic as a lack of trust?  
• Learn how to leverage stakeholder trust for a competitive edge. 
• Debate whether misinformation is a public health threat. 
• Discover breakthrough CSIRO research helping us better understand perceptions of the Australian public in emerging science and technology . 

Afternoon workshop (3.15pm-5.30pm) led by Prof. Brett Sutton

Attendees helped shape a new Australian Coalition for Trust in Science including an interactive workshop to drive commitment and action to raising science literacy and greater trust in science.