1. Public discourse and scientific controversy Collection: Agricultural Communications Documentation Center (ACDC) Contributers: Priest, Susanna Hornig (author) Format: Journal article Publication Date: 2006 Published: USA Location: Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Document Number: C27516 Journal Title: Science Communication Journal Title Details: 28(2) : 195-215 Notes: Analysis reveals some evidence that a spiral of silence developed in public discourse about biotechnology in the U.S. Spiral of science theory argues that fear of social isolation inhibits the expression of opinions perceived to be in a minority.