Scientists are increasingly called to share their research outside of traditional academic spheres. Engagement with non-academic audiences can help increase the public’s science literacy and shape impactful policy decisions. How can we share science in a way that both engages non-experts and accurately presents complex topics? The VCU Center for Clinical and Translational Research and VCU Libraries present an event on science communication for researchers, faculty, and students.

8:30 a.m.

Breakfast

9 a..m. - 9:50 a.m.

"Teaching Journalism to Scientists -- and Science to Journalists"

Jeff South, VCU Robertson School of Media and Culture

10 a.m. - 10:50 a.m.

Perspectives in Publishing

Anton Kuzel, M.D., VCU School of Medicine

Joyce Lloyd, Ph.D., VCU School of Medicine

Jo Lynne Robins, Ph.D., R.N., VCU School of Nursing

11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Keynote Presentation: “Be Such a Scientist: Improving How We Communicate and Connect with Public Audiences”

Holly L. Menninger, Ph.D. Director of Public Science, College of Sciences, NC State University