Communicating Science Clearly: A Self-Help Guide For Students and Researchers

This self-help guide provides practical communication skills for undergraduates,postgraduate students,and early career researchers in the sciences. It covers a range of settings,from job interviews to conference presentations,and is illustrated with first-hand experiences and top tips.

Format: Unspecified
Length: 150 pages
Publication date: 29 November 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive self-help guide is designed to equip undergraduates, postgraduate students, and early career researchers within the sciences with essential communication skills that they can adapt and refer back to as they progress through their careers. It offers practical guidance on effective science communication in various settings, from academic scenarios to the workplace. The book facilitates clear and concise communication, ensuring that scientific ideas are conveyed effectively to a wide range of audiences.

It covers a diverse range of settings, including job interviews, conference presentations, and public outreach. Illustrated with first-hand experiences, top tips, and dos and don'ts, the book demonstrates best practices in science communication. Whether you are a novice or an established academic, this guide will provide valuable insights and strategies for improving your communication skills.

Key Features:

Written by an award-winning professional science journalist and broadcaster with 25 years of experience, including writing for national newspapers, devising and presenting programs for BBC Radio 4, and being interviewed on radio, TV, video, and podcasts.

Covers science communication in a broad range of settings, including peer-to-peer interactions, interactions with managers, job interviews, and media appearances.

Includes advice from a diverse range of experts who communicate professionally, including radio producers, TV presenters, actors and entertainers, and scientists.

Additional video material to accompany the book can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLUWyRwmgFlW7_NrNupeuiJ86OxIWHZ6I.

By investing in this self-help guide, you will gain the confidence and skills needed to communicate science effectively in any setting, enabling you to reach your full potential as a researcher and professional.

Weight: 460g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032074221