Organizers: Chiara Segrè & Agnese Collino (FUV) - Dates: 1-3 July 2025
Format: In person course
Location: IFOM, Via Adamello 16, Milan
Aim of the course: The course aims to equip researchers with theoretical and practical bases on science communication. Participants will learn the importance of engaging the public and stakeholders, of using various communication channels and how to convey complex concepts clearly to lay audiences. Emphasis will be on storytelling and adapting messages for impact, fostering public understanding and support for scientific research.
Introduction to the course
Scientific supervisors,
FUV
The society of knowledge and the state of art in science communication
Alessandro Tavecchio,
SISSA, Trieste
Basis of theory of communication: frame, emotion vs rationality
Alessandro Tavecchio,
SISSA, Trieste
Science and Society: risk communication
Agnese Collino,
FUV
Scientific versus public communication of science
Scientific supervisors,
FUV
Storytelling and data in science communication (and pseudoscience)
Chiara Segré,
FUV
Science and values: a glimpse into Bioethics and Research Integrity
Marco Annoni,
FUV CNR
Science and social media: handle with care
Samuele Negro,
University of Padova
Scientific journalism: cheerleader or watchdog?
Donatella Barus,
FUV
Know your press office! (and few tips on how to survive interviews and press conferences)
Scientific supervisors,
FUV
How to communicate to students: edutainment/serious games
Scientific supervisors,
FUV
Workshop SMOGVILLE
Scientific supervisors,
FUV
Influence of AI between production and communication of science
Daniela Ovadia
Workshop - Simulation of interview and/or simulation of press conference
Scientific supervisors,
FUV
Workshop pratico (pitch, ecc. con stili e modalità diverse comunicate prima)
Scientific supervisors,
FUV
Conclusions
Scientific supervisors,
FUV