Science communication for young researchers

“One Cannot Not Communicate” – Paul Watzlawick.
It is human nature to communicate one’s thoughts, worries and desires to the world. As scientists we have the responsibility to take care in doing so to encourage a more balanced public debate on the issue of research. This workshop prepares young researchers how to express themselves more clearly to the public in a way that misinterpretations by the audience are kept to a minimum. The aim is to equip PhD students with the courage and self-confidence necessary to talk about their field of research in different settings.
The course will be held by Heike Wamser (ZPF Education and Training Center, Technical University of Munich, Germany), an academic lecturer and expert on science communication and change management. She will elaborate on the necessity of science communication as well as the basic techniques and mistakes that can happen by giving contemporary examples of such. Most importantly, students will get the chance to try out the newly acquired knowledge in the “hands-on” training sessions in small groups.

Tudesday, May 24, 16:00-19:00 (4-7pm)