Ideas, insights, and resources
Our portal of insights and resources is full of useful tips, videos, and links to resources that we think you’ll find useful in your pursuit of excellent research communication.
Worth a read: The Visual Display of Quantitative Information
Looking for a good read to build your science communication and research communication skills? Today, we have a foundational read on data visualisation for you that remains relevant decades after publication. Tufte breaks down what makes graphics effective, and what makes them misleading, using 250+ examples from real-world data.
Worth a read: Why Humour Boosts Science Communication
Looking for a good read to build your science communication and research communication skills? This month, we think you should take a look at “Why Humour Boosts Science Communication” (Lucy Avraamidou, Sibel Erduran).
Worth a read: Metaphors and Analogies in Sciences and Humanities
Worth a read: Metaphors and Analogies in Sciences and HumanitiesA dense but fascinating read on how we use metaphor to think, frame, and explain complex ideas in science and beyond. Useful for you if: you’re interested in the power and risk of metaphor in science...
SciComm Success now offers loads of “bite-sized” communication training options for researchers and scientists
You asked for shorter science communication & communication skills workshops. Wish granted!
Blogging for science and research communication: what, why, and a quick-‘n-easy way to try it out
You’ve certainly read blog posts online. Could blogging be a way for you to share your research and engage with diverse audiences?
Resource: Chalk Talk Inspiration & Examples for Faculty Interviews
Chalk Talks are a key component of faculty interviews and other informal presentations. But what does a Chalk Talk look like? We’ve curated some examples for you.
SciComm Success nominated for award for “Excellence in Furthering Science Communication”
SciComm Success nominated for an award by the European Enterprise Awards in the category of “Excellence in Furthering Science Communication 2024.”
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Instagram for Researchers: A Breakdown of Content Types and How to Use Them to Share Your Work [2024]
Instagram for Researchers: A Breakdown of Content Types and How to Use Them to Share Your Work [2024 update]A list of the main types of posts that researchers and scientists can use on Instagram to share their work. Expect a short description, an example, a pro tip,...
How to Create a Simple Social Media Strategy to Share Your Research, Results, and More
Social Media Strategy for Scientists and Researchers: How to Create a Simple Social Media Strategy to Share Your Research, Results, and MoreFour steps to help you think more strategically about social media, raise your profile and build your community.Creating a...
Managing Your Research Group’s Online Presence: 10 Ways
Lucky you: you’ve been asked to create or maintain your research group’s online presence. But what does that mean and how can you do it?
How To WOW When Presenting Online: 12 Practical Tips For Researchers And Scientists
Struggling with the shift from in-person to virtual presenting? Struggle no more: we have twelve fantastic, practical tips for you that you can start using right now to make your online science and research presentations a success.
How to write an eye-catching title for your scientific poster that will attract visitors
Poster sessions are a great way to learn about new and innovative research at a glance. They’re also a great way for scientists and researchers to share their perspective on their work. The thing is that poster sessions usually involve many, many posters. With that in mind, how can you design your poster in a way that grabs attention and attracts visitors?
Navigating Media Interviews as a Scientist or Researcher
Being able to plan for and participate in a media interview is great for you and great for your research. This thing is that there are all these nightmare stories about how facts are misrepresented, which neither you nor journalists want. Let’s explore how to avoid this, and make your next media interview successful and accurate.
Social media trends that scientists and researchers need to keep in mind in 2024
What are some social media trends that science communicators and research creators need to be aware of in 2024?
Crafting Clear Messages: The Key to Effective Research Communication
Ever found yourself struggling to explain your research to someone outside your field? Or wondered why your groundbreaking findings didn’t get the attention they deserve? It’s time to explore how to craft clear messages that resonate with your audience.
Why Storytelling Matters in Science Communication
Ever felt your research deserves more attention? Unleash the power of storytelling in science communication to captivate your audience and make your findings unforgettable.
Science Communication vs Communicating Science and Research: What’s the Difference?
Is there a difference between science communication and communicating science? Absolutely! Learn how to navigate both realms to share your research effectively with various audiences.
A bite-sized session on how to share your science using social media
We’re delighted that we’ll be running a fun, interactive session on social media for Boston University this week. It’s called: “What the X? How to Make the Most of Social Media to Promote your Research in 2023.”
Poster Design Best Practices for Researchers and Scientists
You’ve been asked to present your research at a poster session, but where do you start and what do you need to think about when it comes to design? This quick overview is a great place to start.
9 Top Tips to make scientific and research presentations better
9 useful tips to help scientists and researchers engage their audiences, convey their research effectively, and make a lasting impression, in person or when delivering presentations virtually.
Recommended resources
Book of the month
We love this because it’s a great resource for scientists and researchers who want to learn how to tell stories with data, not simply throw a few graphs at people and expect them to work it out for themselves!
Podcast of the month
We love this because funding is crucial for researchers. Prof. Roger Barker gives an honest account of his experience and his current perspective, facilitated expertly by the insightful Dr. Sandrine Soubes.
Resource of the month
We love this because being able to frame conversations in a way that makes them meaningful for the people we want to reach is an essential skill that can be learned and fine-tuned over time.