Rethinking research impact
The way we think about the impact of university research, according to one Arizona State University leader, needs urgent and fundamental change.
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Will Science Journalism Funders Step Up or Retreat?
Amid Trump-era funding turmoil, foundations are finding themselves pulled in many directions to fill in the gaps.
Navigating the chaos: Research community owes better communication to taxpayers
Navigating the chaos: Research community owes better communication to taxpayers
In exchange for continued taxpayer funding, American universities must better explain how research promotes the well-being and security of the public, according to two of the country’s top leaders in science policy.
To Restore Trust in Science, Scientists Should Focus on Storytelling
To Restore Trust in Science, Scientists Should Focus on Storytelling
Holden Thorp, PhD, top editor at Science, discusses the essential role of front-line doctors, the power of well-told stories, and the value of admitting error.
Communicating Science is an Uphill Struggle for Europe's Researchers
Communicating Science is an Uphill Struggle for Europe's Researchers
Communicating science to the public has been a part of the job for academic researchers for years, but the rise of social media and growing misinformation about science has raised the stakes. As national funders take steps to better prepare their researchers for public engagement, EU programmes are struggling to meet demand for support.
Science communication on TikTok: toward transformative and post-normal science
Science communication on TikTok: toward transformative and post-normal science
Learning Outcomes and Evaluation Metrics for Training Researchers to Engage in Science Policy
Learning Outcomes and Evaluation Metrics for Training Researchers to Engage in Science Policy
Making research evidence accessible and relevant to policymakers is one way that the scientific enterprise confers direct societal benefits.
Scientists IN Society: From Isolation to Engagement
Scientists were historically encouraged to immerse themselves in research above all else. It's time to rid ourselves of that notion.
20 Scientific Facts That Sound Like Science Fiction
Modern science regularly pushes the boundaries between reality and imagination. Hidden in research papers and laboratory findings lie discoveries so extraordinary they challenge common understanding. These aren't hypothetical possibilities or theoretical concepts - they're verified scientific facts that seem to belong more in science fiction than reality. Glass That Bends Deep in the oceans lives … Continue reading "20 Scientific Facts That Sound Like Science Fiction"
When Nuance Is the Enemy
Pete Nelson reviews Christopher Reddy's book "Science Communication in a Crisis: An Insider's Guide" for the Winter edition of ISSUES.
Science Hostility: What We Know and What We Can Do About It
Public communication on controversial issues has meant that science is more relevant than ever before. At the same time, it has made researchers vulnerable to attacks that undermine their credibility.
The Adequacy of Science Communication to the General Public from an Epistemological Perspective
The Adequacy of Science Communication to the General Public from an Epistemological Perspective
This prospected research advances an internalist view on the concepts of scientific literacy and effectiveness of science communication to the general public, within an epistemological framework.
More than 60 German Universities and Research Institutions Leave X
More than 60 German Universities and Research Institutions Leave X
Changes to the social media platform make further use “untenable”
Communicating Science: The "significance" of Statistics
Statistical significance and scientific importance are distinct, equally valuable aspects of communicating the significance of statistics in research
Highlights of 2024 World Science Forum in Budapest
The 11th World Science Forum (WSF) took place in Budapest, Hungary, from 20 to 23 November 2024, bringing together global leaders, scientists, and policymakers.
Simple Science Summaries Written by AI Help People Understand Research and Trust Scientists
Simple Science Summaries Written by AI Help People Understand Research and Trust Scientists
Scientists use jargon and complicated language to describe their work. Regular folks 'get it' more when descriptions are simpler - and think better of the researchers themselves.
Why Researchers Should Drop the Jargon and Speak out
By communicating their research, scientists can influence policy and drive meaningful change in society.
How to Win Funding to Talk About Your Science
Many researchers describe public outreach as a labour of love, often carried out in their spare time. But some funders reward these activities.
Five Fascinating Science Museums Across the World That You Must Add to Your Travel Bucket List
Five Fascinating Science Museums Across the World That You Must Add to Your Travel Bucket List
Science museums are gateways to the wonders of the natural world, offering engaging and educational experiences for visitors of all ages. Here are five fascinat
Could 'Science Courts' Help Build Public Trust?
Debating scientific topics in a courtroom setting could be a way to inform and engage citizens in public policy.
US TikTok Ban: How the Looming Restriction is Affecting Scientists on the App
US TikTok Ban: How the Looming Restriction is Affecting Scientists on the App
Nature talks to researchers about what is at stake if users in the country lose access.
Do Scientists Need to Be 'Relatable' for the Public to Trust Their Role in Policymaking?
Do Scientists Need to Be 'Relatable' for the Public to Trust Their Role in Policymaking?
The link between trust and relatability is important to good science communication.
eLife Announces New Podcast to Highlight Stories of Researchers Across the Globe
eLife Announces New Podcast to Highlight Stories of Researchers Across the Globe
As part of its efforts to promote inclusiveness in research, eLife’s new Community Voices podcast provides a platform for scientists from diverse backgrounds to share their experiences.
New Project to Replace the European City of Science
The European Commission has unveiled details of a new call under Horizon Europe that effectively replaces the European City of Science and the biennial EuroScience Open Forum (ESOF) international conference with a multi-city project 'Science Comes to Town'.
A Fond Farewell to the Anthropocene
In February 2024, an international scientific committee voted against creating a new geologic time period called the Anthropocene - a rejection that is both a setback for an ambitious environmental agenda and an opportunity to reflect and learn.
Largest Post-Pandemic Survey Finds Trust in Scientists is High
Largest Post-Pandemic Survey Finds Trust in Scientists is High
Study of more than 70,000 people suggests that trust levels vary among countries and are linked to political orientation.
Proper Citation of Research by Journalists is Necessary for More Trustworthy News
Proper Citation of Research by Journalists is Necessary for More Trustworthy News
Based on a study of how research is cited in national and local media sources, Andy Tattersall shows how research is often poorly represented in the media and suggests better community standards around linking to original research could improve trust in mainstream media.
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