Five countries have dedicated science media centers, designed to improve the flow of science news to the press and public. Reviews on their performances are mixed, so it's no surprise that CJR's Curtis Brainard and NASW President Ron Winslow of the Wall Street Journal differ on whether the U.S. needs one too. Also: How Japan's center performed during Fukushima; and whether the U.K. center really helps journalists.
July 2, 2013