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Focus Topic Science Communication

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Welcome to our focus topic “Science Communication”. Science communication plays a crucial role in making scientific findings understandable and accessible both within the research community and to the general public. In our online magazine, we present various and show how research results can be communicated in an exciting and vivid way.

In our articles, you will also learn about the best practices of alumni who present their exciting research projects and results - in articles and live at our . We also offer regular digital workshops on science communication for our community members, where you can develop your skills in science communication in a targeted manner.

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    The inspiring story of Tanka Nath Dhamala

    Tanka Nath Dhamala from Nepal relates how study and research stays furthered his career. Although it wasn’t obvious, especially in his childhood and youth, that Dhamala would one day accomplish so much.

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    Robotics inspired by nature

    Researchers involved in robotics can discover a lot from nature. Dr Robert Siddall works in the field of ‘bio-inspired robotics’ and has organised a contest to bring young people closer to the subject.

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    How to communicate your research

    Communication is a key aspect of the science system, and one that is becoming increasingly important. But which format is best suited to which topics and purposes? We have compiled a brief overview of the most effective and innovative communication formats.

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    Openness and responsibility towards society

    Transparent and dialogue-oriented science communication makes research more apparent to the general population. Dr Alexandra Borissova Saleh narrates in an interview how she was able to increase the significance of science communication in Russia prior to its war of aggression against Ukraine.

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    Climate change – a challenge for science communication

    Dr Eduardo Queiroz Alves explains in an interview what constitutes successful academic communication of climate change and how it can be used to reach a young target group.

  • Agenda 2030
    SDG Ziel 13: Maßnahmen zum Klimaschutz
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    Diversity to combat climate change

    Climate change can only be solved on an interdisciplinary basis. International climate protection scholarship holders at the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation have therefore created a network in which experts from all faculties can exchange ideas about various aspects regarding climate protection. Their podcasts shall raise public awareness of the topic.

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    The dialogue between science and society

    Climate change, pandemic, digitisation: humanity is facing complex challenges. One important task for research is to make its findings comprehensible for the general public. Read on to learn how the Alumniportal promotes its members’ science communication, and find out more about a new series of online trainings.

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    German as a language of science

    German is becoming less important as a language of science – yet there are always numerous people still learning German worldwide. Learn more about current trends and the promotion of German as a language of science.

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    Science communication via social media

    Many researchers use social media to increase their visibility and publicise their work. Germany alumni Ariane Ferreira Nunes Alves and Jan Freihardt talk about the great benefits, their experiences and challenges.

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    Live and in colour

    The human brain processes images more easily than words. The technique of graphic recording builds upon this fact. The result are drawings that are far more than just a report of an event, they can even be small pieces of art. From our series on the most effective formats of science communication.

  • A group of people sit in a circle and discuss science
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    Flirting with research

    Science speed dating is an opportunity for researchers to answer the questions of interested individuals – and they only have a few minutes to clearly bring across the most important points. From our series on the most effective formats of science communication.

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    The stage is set for research!

    TED talks are inspirational talks that are not easily forgotten. At a TEDx event, researchers inspire with their ideas for a better world. From our series on the most effective formats of science communication.