The Communication Brief
A monthly digest on communication strategy and practice
The changing tide of social media
Two new reports reveal how social media is shifting for marine researchers. What does that mean for marine science communication?
Can AI really write a research summary?
Can generative AI models like ChatGPT write research summaries that laypeople, aka people without specialised research knowledge, can understand?
Is it time to make X your ex?
Should ocean researchers and organisations stay on X, or is it time to move on? A practical look at the question everyone in ocean science communication is asking.
Environmental terms for British Sign Language? Yes please!
A team at the University of Edinburgh has developed 400 environmental science signs for British Sign Language — a win for inclusive science communication.
I’ll have a beer and a side of science, please
Pint of Science, Science Cafe, Science on Tap…do pub-based science communication events actually work? Research suggests attendees are learning quite a bit.
To share, or not to share feelings
Can scientists express their genuine fears and emotions about the climate crisis, the decline and destruction of nature, and the impacts on people and still be seen as credible, objective experts?
Communication thoughts from the International Marine Conservation Congress (IMCC7)
A round-up of science communication highlights from IMCC7 (the International Marine Conservation Congress) held in South Africa in October 2024
Finding common ground
When public trust in science is low and misinformation is rife, how can ocean communicators help people find common ground on environmental protection?
Gaps in European Ocean Observing Community
Ocean observations are vital for understanding our ocean and keeping people safe. But there are gaps in the European ocean observing community. Communication is one of them