The National Association of Science Writers (NASW) and the Council for the Advancement of Science Writing (CASW) are proud to host ScienceWriters2024 — the annual conference serving science writing professions and professionals in the United States and beyond — in Raleigh, N.C. this Nov. 8 through Nov. 11. In addition to this weekend of in-person […]

As science advances and breaks down walls, ensuring that innovations effectively address complex societal challenges is crucial. This session will explore frameworks for preparing the next generation of civic science leaders who bridge disciplines. Pioneers in education and emerging leaders will discuss co-creating new leadership approaches, aiming for a future where everyone can shape and […]

This workshop will identify approaches to better connect community organizations and the public with federal science and technology programs, as well as actions necessary for S&T programs to better engage communities. Through panels and case discussions, attendees will explore challenging questions around how federal agencies can resource, measure, and sustain community-based participation and engagement. Funding: Through […]

Join the 2024 Research!America Panel Discussion on the evolving landscape of training initiatives in public engagement for scientists. This event builds on our inaugural 2023 discussion, where we launched a report and dashboard showcasing the diverse range of public engagement training efforts. The primary aim of these ongoing discussions is to dissect new insights, foster […]

The symposium aims to deepen understanding of effective public engagement around Discovery Science, also known as basic or foundational science, by exploring ways to improve the practice of communicating Discovery Science, share insights and create a supportive community for scientists and science communication practitioners focused on basic science. This symposium is sponsored by The Kavli Foundation, […]

Science has always been about the new. The now. The next. It’s what propels us, feeding our questions and inspiring our work. The constant question and answer form a rhythm, a cadence, a story. Science is a story. A story of infinite possibilities. A story of continuous discoveries. A story of hopeful solutions. It’s the […]

Science-informed policies and decision-making are critical to ensuring a healthy, prosperous, and equitable future. Relationships of trust between scientists and policymakers are foundational to science-informed decision-making. We must work towards an ecosystem where the expertise of scientists and engineers is put to work collaboratively with policymakers and communicators to better identify and address future challenges […]

Morehead Planetarium and Science Center hosted the inaugural Science for All Summit in April 2023 and the second annual Summit in February 2024. We are already looking forward to hosting the third annual Summit on February 20-21, 2025. The Summit is a community convening to advance access and opportunity in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics […]

The conference on Monday, March 10, is sold out on-site, but if you would like to join via live stream, please register here with the password mitpress For the Masterclasses on Tuesday, March 11, there is still room in all except the “Community Listening with AI” session. Please register for Masterclasses here.   Building Trust […]

Join ASC for SCIENCE TALK ’25, April 3-4, 2025 at McKimmon Center in Raleigh, NC… and virtually everywhere March 17-28! In-person short talks, keynotes, and panel sessions on April 3-4 will also be streamed and available for virtual attendees to watch live, in real time (EDT). In-person workshops will not be available to virtual attendees. […]