Fri, Dec 13, 2024, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM AEDT
This month, Jen will be joined by the ASC 2024 Unsung Hero of Science Communication, Dr Catriona Nguyen-Robertson.
Catriona started as an immunologist and is now an enthusiastic science communicator and educator, teaching STEM students how to communicate their research or complex scientific information.
Come along […]
THE CASE FOR HOPE
Professor Joan Leach, Former ASC National President, & Director, the Australian National Centre for the Public Awareness of Science (CPAS), ANU
5.30 PM AEDT, Wednesday 18 December 2024, in person and online
Although recent events have seen some setbacks for science communication, there are good things happening too.
Professor Leach will outline a number […]
By Camille Thomson
Recently I was given the opportunity to attend the Launch and Forum of Innovation Aus’ The Industry Papers for 2024. The Industry Papers is the third in the InnovationAus.com ‘Papers’ series. An 80-page tabloid newspaper filled with the energy and ideas of policy and technology leaders from across Australia.
There are important questions being asked […]
from Scientell
It is with deep sadness that we mourn the loss of Paul Holper, co-director and co-founder of Scientell. Paul was a highly respected leader in the research and science communication community.Paul leaves a lasting legacy in environmental and climate change communication. He was a generous leader, mentor and friend. His care for his colleagues […]
Job available: interim contracted position – part-time
The Australian Science Communicators
The Australian Science Communicators (ASC) is the national peak body for science communication consisting of an engaged network of members of professional communicators, researchers and educators working across the private, public, non-profit and academic sectors. Recent strides in building impact and recognition within the Australian STEM […]
Getting Australian researchers on the global stage and bringing in end-users from the beginning – Reflections by Rachael Vorwerk;Science Communication, Education and Outreach Manager Australian Research Council Centre of Excellence in Optical Microcombs for Breakthrough Science (COMBS)
From arming our future politicians with scientific literacy skills, to analysing what people were saying on Twitter when COVID-19 first […]
The Australian Science Communicators (ASC) is thrilled to announce the recipients of the 2024 ASC awards.
Along with the Unsung Hero award, the prizes now including the Science Communication Hero of Australia Award, Inspiring Project in Science Communication Award, Scientist Communicator Prize, and the Australian Science Communicators President’s Medal. These new accolades celebrate outstanding contributions and […]
An invitation to all SciComm people in Melbourne next week! On Tuesday, a group of science communicators are meeting up after work. We’d love it if you could join us for a drink and/or dinner.
When: Tuesday 28 May, from 5:30pm
Where: Fathers Office, 249 Little Lonsdale Street (note there are 2 locations!)
This event is intended to […]
CONFERENCE UPDATES
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NEW REGISTRATION DEADLINE
Good news! We are extending the conference registration deadline. Those who have registered and requested an invoice by 12:00pm AEST on Friday 31 May 2024 will be guaranteed conference attendance, catering and inclusion at all the social events. (Deadline for payment of invoices is […]
Response to the Policy Review: 13 May 2024
The Australian Science Communicators (ASC) commends the National Competitive Grants Program consultation process and appreciate the opportunity to provide comment at this stage.
This submission emphasises the pivotal role of science communication professionals in enhancing the impact and public perception of university research, and stresses the need for more […]