This was originally a guest blog I wrote for shareyoursci.com. They're a great site for science communication resources, so you should go check them out! The theme for the 2019 Science Talk Conference in Portland, Oregon, was ‘Community’, a fitting topic considering how quickly the field of science communication is growing and evolving. Science communicators engage with … Continue reading 7 Qualities of a Respectful SciComm Community
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How Can We Overcome SciComm Misconceptions?
What makes someone a science communicator? A science degree? Journalism credentials? A lab coat and penchant for cheesy science humor? How can we make room for diverse voices and backgrounds to participate in scicomm and feel a part of the scicomm community? This community has grown exponentially over the last several years, helping reinforce the … Continue reading How Can We Overcome SciComm Misconceptions?
Five Reasons I love Marine Biology
Its time for another listicle! This one is devoted to my love for the field of marine biology and the scientists who study ocean ecosystems. Here are five reasons why I think marine biology is awesome: It’s like MacGyver meets James Bond. Pretty much any marine biology field or lab experiment involves the combination of … Continue reading Five Reasons I love Marine Biology
Kristen Cheri Weiss 