Speaking About Science
Speaking about science is one of the most important forms of science communication. Scientists need to be able to describe their ideas clearly to diverse audiences. Join us as we explore this topic with Alain Viel, senior lecturer in the Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology, director of the Undergraduate Life Sciences Teaching Laboratories at Harvard University, and UNESCO Chair on Life Sciences and Innovation.
Topics
- accessible
- explain
- clarify
- research
- talk
- talking
- scientific talk
- presentation
- description
- talk about science
- general public
- audience
- answer questions
- summary
- summarize
- storytelling
- story
- narrative
- message
- conversation
- communicate
- describe
- non-scientist
- layman
- jargon
- language use
- expertise
- expert
- understanding
- impact
- complex topic
- discoveries
- advice
- engage
- convey information