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PSV: Plenary Special Talks

PSV VIII

PSV VIII: Mittagsvortrag

Donnerstag, 20. März 2025, 13:15–13:45, H1

Let's talk about science communication! — •Nicolas Wöhrl and Peter Kohl — University Duisburg-Essen, Lotharstr. 1, 47057 Duisburg

Trust in science is essential -- not as blind acceptance, but as informed trust based on an understanding of how the scientific method works. At a time when social issues are increasingly politicized and overshadowed by desinformation, the ability to critically assess data, distinguish between fact and fiction and develop evidence-based arguments makes researchers indispensable voices. Trust in science is not solely built on reliable data and conclusions; it also hinges on the transparency of the scientific process itself. The public should be familiar with how science works and how knowledge is generated to be able to make societal decisions that are based on facts.. Trust in science is not only gained through excellent research, but also by getting to know the actual people that stand behind the results. This is a communication challenge that, in principle, all researchers can take on. They can convey, how the scientific method makes an evidence-based world view possible.

Some topics, addressed in this talk: Why do we need communicating scientists alongside press offices and science journalism? How can science communication be done despite all other tasks in research and teaching? What role can it play in a scientific career? Do I have talent for outreach and how do I find out which formats are best for me?

Keywords: Science Communication; Outreach