2022 January National Survey

01/01/2022

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This online survey was conducted by Zogby Analytics on behalf of Research!America in January 2022, among 1,000 adults. The survey has a theoretical sampling error of +/ 3.1 percentage points.* Subsets of the data have a larger margin of error than the full data set. The sample is weighted to best represent the demographics of the population being surveyed. Weighted variables may include age, race, gender, region, party, education, and religion.

Questions	Also Appears in
In your opinion, which of the following are the most serious issues facing this country? (Choose top three)
Do you believe the United States has the best health care system in the world?	2021
How much confidence do you have in each of the following to act in your best interest - Nurses
How much confidence do you have in each of the following to act in your best interest - Doctors
How much confidence do you have in each of the following to act in your best interest - Scientists
How much confidence do you have in each of the following to act in your best interest - Police officers
How much confidence do you have in each of the following to act in your best interest - Public health officials
How much confidence do you have in each of the following to act in your best interest - Military leaders
How much confidence do you have in each of the following to act in your best interest - Religious leaders
How much confidence do you have in each of the following to act in your best interest - College and university professors
How much confidence do you have in each of the following to act in your best interest - K-12 teachers
How much confidence do you have in each of the following to act in your best interest - Business leaders
How much confidence do you have in each of the following to act in your best interest - Elected officials
In general, do you think the work that scientists do benefits all, most, some, very few, or no people in this country? (choose one)
In general, do you think the work that scientists do benefits you?
Should scientists consider it part of their job to inform the public about their research and its impact on society?
How important is investing in research to each of the following - Finding new ways of preventing, treating, and curing illnesses
How important is investing in research to each of the following - Maintaining U.S. standing in global competitiveness
How important is investing in research to each of the following - Preventing the next pandemic	2021
How important is investing in research to each of the following - Ensuring safety and availability of clean water
In general, do you think investments in science and technology are creating employment opportunities for all, most, some, or very few people in this country?
In general, do you believe investments in science and technology are creating employment opportunities for you or people you know?
How important is it for scientists to inform elected officials about their research and its impact on society?	2021
Can you name a living scientist?	2021
Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? Even if it brings no immediate benefits, basic scientific research that advances the frontiers of knowledge is necessary and should be supported by the federal government.	2021
Which statement is closest to your view? Statement A: The COVID-19 pandemic is a disruptive event and requires that the United States assign a higher priority to science and technology. Statement B: Things will get back to normal soon; we don't need increased efforts in science.
How important is it for the federal government to support incentives for private sector investment in science and technology?
Some governments have a goal to increase their science & technology spending to reach 3%-5% of their respective economies annually. Some, including Japan and Korea, have already met this goal, and others, including China, have pledged to do so. How important do you think it is for the U.S. to achieve this goal?
In your view, which of the following will be the number one world leader in artificial intelligence in the year 2030?
In your view, which of the following will be the number one world leader in Space exploration in the year 2030?
In your view, which of the following will be the number one world leader in Robotics in the year 2030?
In your view, which of the following will be the number one world leader in Biomedical research and development in the year 2030?
In your view, which of the following will be the number one world leader in Technological infrastructure in the year 2030?
In your view, which of the following will be the number one world leader in Science and technology in the year 2030?
In your view, which of the following will be the number one world leader in Renewable energy in the year 2030?
In your view, which of the following will be the number one world leader in Public health preparedness in the year 2030?
In your view, which of the following will be the number one world leader in Food and water security in the year 2030?
In your view, which of the following will be the number one world leader in Science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education in the year 2030?
How important do you think it is that the U.S. is a global leader in science and technology?
Now, we are going to ask you questions about health and medical science and research.What would you say is the single most important health issue facing the nation? (Choose one)
Can you name any institution, company, or organization where medical or health research is conducted?
To the best of your knowledge, would you say that medical research in the U.S. is conducted in all 50 states?	2021
How trustworthy do you consider each of the following to be as spokespersons for medical and health research - Social Media Influencers
How trustworthy do you consider each of the following to be as spokespersons for medical and health research - Business leaders
How trustworthy do you consider each of the following to be as spokespersons for medical and health research - Elected officials
How trustworthy do you consider each of the following to be as spokespersons for medical and health research - Public health officials
How trustworthy do you consider each of the following to be as spokespersons for medical and health research - Doctors/Nurses/Other healthcare providers
How trustworthy do you consider each of the following to be as spokespersons for medical and health research - Journalists
How trustworthy do you consider each of the following to be as spokespersons for medical and health research - Patient organizations
How trustworthy do you consider each of the following to be as spokespersons for medical and health research - Scientists
In thinking about threats to your health, how important is it that elected officials at all levels listen to advice from scientists?	2021
In thinking about threats to your health, how important is it that elected officials at all levels listen to advice from public health professionals?	2021
The U.S. spends just under 6 cents of each health dollar on research to prevent, cure and treat disease and disability. Do you think that this is too much, the right amount or not enough?
Which statement is closest to your view? Statement A: The COVID-19 pandemic has revealed that major changes are needed in our public health systems, including more funding. Statement B: The COVID-19 pandemic is a once-in-a-lifetime event and existing systems are dealing with it adequately.
To the best of your knowledge, how important was private sector funded research to the development of COVID-19 vaccines?
To the best of your knowledge, how important was publicly funded research to the development of COVID-19 vaccines?
Studies show that in addition to increased risk from COVID-19, some health problems such as cancer, diabetes, heart disease, and infant mortality happen more often among certain minorities or citizens with lower incomes. How important do you feel it is to conduct research to combat health disparities?
How important do you think it is that the U.S. is a global leader in research to improve health?	2021
Which statement is closest to your view? Statement A: The federal government should invest in preventing and curing diseases wherever they occur. Statement B: The federal government should invest in preventing and curing diseases only if they pose an immediate risk to people in this country.
The most recent time you looked for health information, where did you go first? (choose one)
What other sources do you go to for health information? (Select all that apply)
Do you agree or disagree that the federal government should assign a higher priority to improving K-12 education focused on science, technology, engineering and mathematics?
How important is it for candidates running for Congress to have a basic understanding of issues that involve science and technology?
Do you think federal investment in mental health research has been adequate, not adequate or about right?
Please indicate the extent to which you agree that opioid abuse and addiction is a major problem in your community.	2021
As you may know, the federal government provides public funds on a competitive basis to universities to conduct basic scientific research. Do you approve or disapprove of the federal government spending to sponsor scientific research at universities?	2021
How much, if at all, do you think climate change is currently harming... Your own health
How much, if at all, do you think climate change is currently harming... The health of people in your household
How much, if at all, do you think climate change is currently harming... The health of Americans
How much, if at all, do you think climate change is currently harming... The health of people worldwide
How much, if at all, do you think climate change will harm the following, in the next ten years… Your own health
How much, if at all, do you think climate change will harm the following, in the next ten years… The health of people in your household
How much, if at all, do you think climate change will harm the following, in the next ten years… The health of Americans
How much, if at all, do you think climate change will harm the following, in the next ten years… The health of people worldwide
How important is investing in research to each of the following:	2021