Science communication: A beginner’s journey
Part one of a series of posts on science communication and public engagement from a beginner in the field. Contributor Emily Porter Emily Porter When I first told my non-academic acquaintances that I...
View ArticleScience communication: Engaging data to engage people
Digital storytelling can offer unprecedented insights into scientific data for both the lay public and scientific researchers, says Samuel Van Ransbeek. Guest contributor Samuel Van Ransbeek Data can...
View ArticleBig data: Automation and collaboration
Data-intensive science requires more laboratory automation and collaboration between different stakeholders, says Daniela Quaglia. Guest contributor Daniela Quaglia As computers become more powerful...
View ArticleScience communication: Whose responsibility is it?
Young scientists at the 2015 Lindau Nobel meeting discuss whose responsibility it is to disseminate scientific research to wider societies. Nobel laureate William E. Moerner believes scientists should...
View ArticleA day in the life of a Scientific Reports publishing assistant
Jessica Lawler helps shed some light on the publishing business for Scientific Reports and Naturejobs. Every day in this job, I learn something new. As a publishing assistant, I guide manuscripts...
View ArticleDefending science by opening up: Lessons from Understanding Animal Research
In an effort to tackle the knowledge gap between scientists and the public, and to defend animal research, Understanding Animal Research’s communication strategy of proactive transparency serves as a...
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