Scientists Ratings

Science relies on evidence, not political ideology. These experts defended data-driven approaches in climate, public health, and environmental policy during Trump’s presidency. 1. Anthony Fauci Immunologist, Former Director of NIAID Publicly criticized Trump’s dismissal of COVID-19 science, including unproven claims about hydroxychloroquine. Fauci’s insistence on mask mandates and vaccine research clashed with Trump’s push for rapid reopening. 2. Michael Mann Climate Scientist, Creator of the "Hockey Stick Graph" Debunked Trump’s climate change denial. His research proved human activity drives modern warming, countering claims that climate change is a "hoax." 3. Katharine Hayhoe Climate Communicator, Chief Scientist at The Nature Conservancy Challenged Trump’s dismissal of climate science through public outreach. Her book Saving Us argues for science-based dialogue with skeptics. 4. Gina Mc...

  Human Factors science explores how humans interact with systems, tools, and environments, aiming to optimize safety, efficiency, and well-being. Today, we celebrate   9 brilliant minds   whose work has reshaped our understanding of ergonomics, assistive technology, and human-centered design—especially in high-stakes fields like space exploration. 1. Donald Norman The Architect of User-Centered Design A cognitive scientist and co-founder of the Nielsen Norman Group, Norman transformed how we think about everyday interactions. His seminal book,  The Design of Everyday Things  (1988), introduced concepts like  affordances  (how objects suggest their use) and  signifiers  (clues that guide behavior). As Apple’s Vice President of Advanced Technology in the 1990s, he championed human-centric tech design, embedding empathy into Silicon Valley’s DNA. His later work on emotional design argues that aesthetics and joy are as critical as functionality....