As Tammo Reichgelt was walking around his urban Connecticut town one day, he noticed that certain species of ferns were...
For the past 17 years, Professor Bruce V. Lewenstein has taught workshops in science communication to graduate students. Since the first class, he...
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In this episode of Consider This Next, host Kacie Luaders sits down with Doctora Nicole, a former astrophysicist turned social impact entrepreneur, to explore the critical realm of inclusive science communication. Doctora Nicole shares her journey from studying the stars to founding Movement Consulting, a company dedicated to transforming STEM culture into a more welcoming space for marginalized individuals. The conversation explores the challenges faced by diverse scientists in academia, the importance of visual storytelling in making complex concepts accessible, and strategies for connecting with varied audiences. Doctora Nicole emphasizes the interconnectedness of social justice and science communication, offering valuable insights for researchers, educators, and science enthusiasts alike. This timely discussion underscores the necessity of adapting communication strategies in an increasingly diverse world and provides thought-provoking questions for science communicators to consider in their work.
