Science Communication Training for European Research Projects and Institutions
Supporting Horizon Europe projects, research infrastructures, university alliances, and research organisations across Europe.
Our training helps researchers communicate their work clearly with peers, policymakers, stakeholders, and the public, strengthening the societal impact of research and innovation.
We work with Horizon Europe projects, research infrastructures, European University Alliances, and research organisations across Europe to build communication skills that support dissemination, stakeholder engagement, and impact.
Who this training is for?
Our training is designed for researchers and research teams across disciplines, including:
- Horizon Europe and EU-funded project consortia
- European University Alliances
- Research infrastructures and research organisations
- Doctoral schools and fellowship programmes
- Research institutes and universities
- Participants range from doctoral researchers and postdoctoral fellows to senior researchers, principal investigators, and project teams.
Training formats
SciComm Success specialises in immersive, practice-based training where researchers apply what they learn through exercises, discussion, and feedback.
- Training formats include:
- consortium workshops for European research projects
- doctoral training and fellowship programmes
- research retreats and team development events
- short expert talks or keynote sessions
- online workshops and webinars
Training can be delivered as part of Horizon Europe project capacity-building activities, doctoral programmes, or consortium retreats.
Training topics
Training is tailored to the needs of each project or organisation, but commonly includes:
Communicating research and impact
- communicating research clearly to non-expert audiences
- presenting research with clarity and confidence
- communicating the societal relevance and impact of research
- developing science communication strategies for research projects
- storytelling and narrative techniques for research communication
Presentation and communication skills for researchers
- conference and stakeholder presentations
- pitching research ideas and projects
- adapting communication for different audiences
- communicating complex ideas clearly
Depending on project needs, training can also explore related aspects of research communication and engagement, such as:
- stakeholder engagement approaches
- communicating research to policymakers
- public engagement with research
- dialogue between science and society
Experience in the European research ecosystem
SciComm Success has delivered training for researchers across Europe working in a wide range of disciplines, including STEM, social sciences, and the humanities.
Suzanne Whitby, founder and lead facilitator, has worked with initiatives and organisations across the European research landscape, including:
- the EU Climate Pact
- the EU Green Deal Support Office
- the COST Academy
- European University Alliances including AURORA and Transform4Europe
- research infrastructures including EU-OPENSCREEN
- multiple EU-funded research projects
Since 2010 she has designed and facilitated science communication training for thousands of researchers across Europe.
About the facilitator
Suzanne Whitby is an interdisciplinary researcher, professional facilitator, and science communication trainer with more than 20 years of international communication experience.
Through SciComm Success she works with researchers and research organisations across Europe to develop practical communication skills that help research connect with society.
Her training combines communication strategy, storytelling, intercultural awareness, and hands-on practice to help researchers communicate their work with clarity, confidence, and impact.
Not sure what topic and format is right for you?
If you are coordinating a European research project or organising training for researchers, you are welcome to get in touch to explore how communication training could support your project or programme.
