What do science and comedy have in common? More than you might think! Comedy is a great way to engage an audience and get ideas across in a memorable way, and that's why many scientists are using stand-up to communicate their ideas! Check out our list of ten inspiring science comedians!
The global Pint of Science scicomm festival returns this month (9-11 May), with science talks and workshops taking place in pubs, cafes and informal spaces in over 500 cities around the world. We spoke to three UK volunteers plus international director Elodie Chabrol to find out why they got involved with Pint of Science.
We’re delighted to speak to final year PhD student Sophie Prosolek, a passionate science communicator and champion for public engagement. We spoke to Sophie about her scientific research, mental health in academia, how her creativity and science complement each other, and more...
What resources are available to help scientists engage and communicate with public and patient audiences? Dr. Chloe Thomas shares her experience and offers valuable practical advice and information on what support is available, and how you can make the most of it.
From climate change, to vaccines, astrology to cancer research - how can we improve the public understanding of science? Why are some of the public misunderstanding and what can we do about it? For some answers, read this thoughtful, insightful and honest Hello Bio Blog article by Birmingham University's Ella Courtie and Mann Virdee.
What is public engagement? What can it look like? And why should you, as a scientist, care? Our fabulous guest blogger Soraya Meftah has the answers...
