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December 2020

SciComm Dec 2020

Communicating science in a virtual world

The global pandemic has added one more layer of complexity to communicating science. But where there’s challenge, there’s also opportunity. Used creatively, our online ecosystem can be leveraged to build new relationships, share our work in innovative ways and increase the reach of our science to different audiences. Read about the pros and cons of sharing your work virtually, and how to keep your audience engaged.

 
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Good Reads

 
 

Top tips for getting your science out there

 
Nature
 

Public confidence in scientists has remained stable for decades

 
Pew Research
 

Twitter infographic: Want to know more about using Twitter for SciComm?

 
Public Communication of Science and Technology
 

Opinion: Science policy for scientists – a simple task for great effect

 
Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences
 

In the Literature

Read about the nuts and bolts of science communication.

Exploring scholars’ public engagement goals in Canada and the United States, Public Understanding of Science

Scientists’ incentives and attitudes toward public communication, Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences

 

Events and Opportunities

Trainings, workshops, discussions and other opportunities allow you to learn, practice and deploy your science communication skills.