Articles tagged with Science Journalism
A study by University of Colorado Anschutz researchers found that structured engagement with Wikipedia improves public access to accurate, high-quality information. The study revamped the AAA Wikipedia page, increasing content, references and credibility.
Dorothee Haroske and Leszek Skrzypczak are awarded €200,000 for their joint research on function spaces, approximation theory, and Fourier analysis. Their work has given rise to numerous publications and specialist conferences.
The 2026 EurekAlert! Travel Awards are open to early-career science journalists and student journalism students from the Balkans and Eastern Europe. Winners will receive travel funding and newsroom credentials to the AAAS Annual Meeting in Chicago.
The American Institute of Biological Sciences has published a report showcasing the winners of its 2025 Faces of Biology Photo Contest. The contest aims to highlight biological research through impactful imagery, with this year's first place winner receiving $250 and a one-year subscription to BioScience.
JMIR Publications invites journalists, researchers, and experts to contribute to its News & Perspectives section with in-depth analysis and commentary on digital health trends. The publication aims to provide well-researched analysis that goes deeper than headlines, with a focus on factual precision, integrity, and empowerment.
Aspiring nature writers will participate in a unique workshop and ecotour in the remote Smith Inlet, led by Lesley Evans Ogden. The program offers daily writing coaching and feedback sessions, with optional one-on-one coaching, and includes accommodations, meals, and wildlife tours.
A new science reporting guide has been published to help aspiring journalists in Bulgaria cover scientific topics. The guide offers crucial principles and skills to ensure daily work benefits the public and holds the scientific enterprise accountable.
A new guide aims to improve science journalism in Turkey, providing practical advice and insights from contemporary scientists. The Balkan Network of Science Journalists has published the first Turkish science journalism guidebook, highlighting the importance of high-quality reporting in a rapidly changing field.
Associate Professor Shefaly Shorey has been appointed Editor-in-Chief of Midwifery, a leading international journal in midwifery and maternal health. She aims to champion high-quality, compassionate care through evidence-based practice, honours dignity, strengthens equity.
The conference aims to strengthen the global science journalism ecosystem, promoting a science-literate society where public policies are shaped by robust scientific discourse. Journalists and experts emphasized the need for fact-based reporting to combat misinformation and support resilience.
The 2025 AAAS Kavli Science Journalism Awards recognize journalists who produced compelling stories on the misuse of science, flaring practices, and other critical topics. Seven Gold Awards and nine Silver Awards went to winners from around the world.
The partnership designates JMIR Bioinformatics and Biotechnology as the official journal of MCBIOS, ensuring high-visibility publication of cutting-edge bioinformatics research. The agreement also provides benefits such as a discount on article processing fees and virtual education and training for MCBIOS members.
The WCSJ 2025 conference aims to combat misinformation and fake news, a critical challenge undermining science communication and public health. The event will feature expert discussions on innovative ways journalists are tackling misinformation and highlight the need for fact-checking and informed societies.
Altmetric adds podcasts as an attention source, reflecting in distinctive badges and attention scores. Podcasts provide narrative-driven evidence for research impact, enriching the understanding of research influence across domains.
The World Conference of Science Journalists 2025 will take place in Pretoria, South Africa, from December 1 to 5, 2025. The conference features a program with 200 announced speakers and focuses on the theme 'Science journalism and social justice: journalism that builds understanding and resilience.'
The Variant Workbench enables researchers to explore genetic data in a single, integrated workspace, linking genomic information with clinical conditions. By reducing data complexity, the tool facilitates scientific discovery and accelerates pace of research.
The American Chemical Society's President Dorothy J. Phillips congratulates Susumu Kitagawa, Richard Robson, and Omar M. Yaghi on their Nobel Prize in Chemistry win for developing metal-organic frameworks. This award highlights the power of chemistry to address global challenges through international collaboration.
A study by Harvard University found that EurekAlert! press releases were 4 times more likely to receive U.S. media coverage than journal articles without press releases. The researchers analyzed 1,155 archaeology papers and found that over 90% of those published in top journals were covered by at least one major U.S. news outlet.
A new JCOM study reveals that science journalists act as 'knowledge brokers,' negotiating with their audiences to convey accurate information. The researchers found that public trust in science is not uniformly declining, but rather fragmented and dependent on social, political, and media contexts.
The Flat-Fee Unlimited Open Access Partnership between JMIR Publications and Jisc has expanded to cover 22 UK research institutions. Participating authors can publish in JMIR's Gold Open Access journals without APCs, simplifying the publication process.
The new journal aims to publish high-quality research on immunity and inflammation, covering all areas of immunology and focusing on the role of inflammation. It seeks to foster a deeper understanding of inflammation's role in immunity and promote innovative approaches to prevent and treat inflammation-related diseases.
The Institute of Science and Technology Austria (ISTA) invites journalists to apply for its annual residency program, offering 3-6 month stays on campus with access to cutting-edge research. This program supports compelling storytelling by engaging journalists with world-class researchers from various fields.
The World Conference of Science Journalists 2025 will explore the intersection of science journalism and social justice, featuring sessions on ocean science reporting, environmental injustice, AI's impact on journalism, and more. The event aims to promote scientific accuracy and amplify marginalized voices.
A new report from RMIT University and the University of Canberra proposes that local news organisations must adapt to their audiences' shifting news habits. The report recommends embracing community-driven content, including hyperlocal news, human-interest stories, and practical information.
The American Meteorological Society honors individuals and organizations with the 2026 Awards and Honors, recognizing their exceptional work in weather, water, and climate research. This year's recipients include scientists awarded prestigious medals for groundbreaking research in atmospheric dynamics, hydrology, and remote sensing.
The 12th Heidelberg Laureate Forum brings together 200 young mathematicians and computer scientists with 29 distinguished laureates to exchange ideas and discuss pressing issues in their fields. The event features a diverse range of lectures, talks, and panel discussions.
The Journal of Medical Ethics has been ranked the world's leading bioethics journal according to 2025 Google Scholar Metrics. The journal is co-led by Associate Professor Brian D Earp and a new editorial team seeking to promote ethical reflection and conduct in scientific research and medical practice.
The science community must rethink how it engages society in scientific discovery, controversy, and policy. A new 'collaboration model' is needed to create a level playing field for input, embrace uncertainty, and invite more public conversations.
JMIR Publications' 26 journals have achieved CiteScore recognition, with 12 ranked in the top quartile. The organization attributes its success to high-quality research and a commitment to open science.
Amber Hazzard, a doctoral candidate at MUSC, has been named an AAAS Mass Media Fellow for 2025. She will intern at The News & Observer in Raleigh to promote science communication and increase scientific literacy among the public.
Prof Chen brings extensive experience to the role, with a focus on clinically translatable theranostics. He aims to catalyse collaboration and accelerate knowledge exchange in the global nanomedicine community.
Scott Solomon, a biologist and teaching professor at Rice University, has been awarded the prestigious Piper Professor honor for his exceptional teaching and service to students. He is known for igniting students' curiosity and helping them connect scientific knowledge to real-world applications through immersive field-based courses.
A new University of Georgia study found that using humor in science communication increases audiences' perception of researchers as trustworthy and credible. The study used satire and anthropomorphic humor to test the effects on likability and legitimacy, finding that humor can significantly increase engagement with the public.
The Microbiology Society has released new guides to communicating complex microbiology topics. The guides aim to support readers in writing about microbiology and promote safe communication of divisive topics.
The American Association for Cancer Research announces the recipients of the 2025 AACR June L. Biedler Prize for Cancer Journalism, recognizing exceptional journalists who produce accurate and informative stories about cancer and cancer research. The winners will be honored at the AACR Annual Meeting 2025 in Chicago, Illinois.
Applications are now open for the 2025 EurekAlert! Travel Awards for International Science Reporters, offering travel funding to attend the 2026 AAAS Annual Meeting. Early-career science journalists from Brazil and Eastern European countries can apply through May 5, 2024.
The Marine Biological Laboratory has awarded fellowships to twelve science and health journalists, providing them with immersive research training in biomedical and environmental sciences. The fellows will conduct hands-on research, collect and analyze data, and present their findings at a mini-symposium.
The American Society for Nutrition will host NUTRITION 2025, bringing together experts to explore topics such as diet, sleep, cardiovascular health, adolescence, and chronic pain. The event features original research studies, scientific symposia, and networking events, offering a platform for the latest nutrition science findings.
Farmers in Kansas and Missouri avoid discussing climate change, even if they hold convincing views or skepticism, due to concerns about potential conflicts and damage to their livelihoods. Many rely on social media cues to gauge others' opinions before initiating conversations, rather than traditional news media.
The 2025 SWIM Award has extended its application deadline to March 31st, 2025, for outstanding science journalists in Italy. The prestigious award recognizes high-quality journalism and fosters public understanding of scientific issues.
Early-career scientists are vulnerable to deteriorating employment conditions and pressure to meet tight deadlines. FRONTIERS offers immersive experiences at the forefront of knowledge to inspire and nurture the next generation of science journalists.
The American Academy of Neurology announces press registration is open for the 77th Annual Meeting, featuring over 3,200 abstracts and late-breaking research. The meeting will take place from April 5-9 in San Diego and online.
The 2025 AAAS Annual Meeting in Boston will feature expert discussions on trust in science and science diplomacy. Researchers such as Holden Thorp and Ruth Morgan will examine how to demonstrate trustworthiness and put a new framework into practice.
A new science journalism guide has been published in Albanian, providing ideas for covering scientific topics and approaches from a journalistic perspective. The guide was written by Altin Raxhimi, an experienced journalist with expertise in various subjects, and offers links to international sources for further study.
A survey by FECYT found that 51.05% of researchers who communicate science in Spain faced attacks, with women being more likely to experience them. The main types of attacks were insults, comments about their professional capacity, and opinions on their integrity.
The FRONTIERS Science Journalism Residency Program has selected ten science journalists to work on their projects at European research institutions. The fellows will explore topics such as climate change, technology, and life sciences, and each will receive a grant of up to €6,000 per month.
Two studies found that readers perceive a lower level of credibility in news produced with AI assistance, regardless of whether they understand the extent of AI's involvement. Readers attribute human contributions more value than AI-driven content.
The AAAS Annual Meeting will take place in-person in Boston from February 13-15. The event features a range of press events, including a Science Trends Media Briefing and a Press Lunch with Experts, offering opportunities for journalists to engage with science professionals and stay up-to-date on the latest news and trends.
The 2024 AAAS Kavli Science Journalism Awards honored journalists for their immersive stories on scientists, physicians, and the human body. Winners included Simar Bajaj for a profile on gun violence prevention and Kate Evans for her piece on the red-billed gull's decline.
The guide, developed by over 20 Romanian journalists, covers key topics in science journalism, including the scientific process, data visualization, and ethics. It aims to support the next generation of science journalists with practical tips and insights into navigating the complex world of science reporting.
A new study published in JCOM identified the characteristics of polarized scientific digital messages, proposing a system to codify and characterize polarized discourses. The research found that simplifying and presenting scientific information as unquestionable can limit critical thinking and hinder scientific progress.
A new special issue of JCOM explores the challenges and opportunities of communicating basic science, highlighting its relevance in everyday life. The issue emphasizes the importance of curiosity and the need to convey the impact of scientific discoveries on individuals.
The FRONTIERS Residency Program received 47 applications from science journalists worldwide, representing a broad range of career levels and countries. The selected applicants will start their science journalism residences by Spring 2025.
The 11th Heidelberg Laureate Forum brings together 200 young mathematicians and computer scientists to engage with renowned experts on pressing issues like climate change and artificial intelligence. The forum features lectures, panel discussions, and interactive coverage to inspire the next generation of researchers.
ACS Fall 2024 will feature over 10,000 presentations on cutting-edge scientific topics. The event will include keynote events and presidential addresses of significant interest to attendees.
The EurekAlert! Travel Awards have been expanded to include countries of Eastern Europe, recognizing the growing role of science journalism in the region. The two winners, Pavla Hubálková and Iris Duțescu, will attend the 2025 AAAS Annual Meeting with travel support.
The FRONTIERS Science Journalism Initiative offers a residency program for journalists to develop independent journalism while working with scientists at the forefront of knowledge. Seven journalists from around the globe were selected for the first round and will receive Frontiers Residencies in various EU countries.
The Kids First DRC has introduced an upgraded data portal to streamline big data search and analysis, improving collaborative pediatric research outcomes. The new portal integrates diverse datasets, including genomic information from the Children's Brain Tumor Network, to foster cross-disciplinary research.
The ACS Fall 2024 meeting will feature cutting-edge scientific developments in agriculture, energy, health, and sustainability. Journalists can register for press credentials, while marketing professionals and others can register separately via the meeting page.
A recent study published in Science Advances found that simpler headlines tend to be clicked on more than complex ones. Researchers evaluated over 30,000 real-world field experiments from the Washington Post and Upworthy, finding that simplicity was a key factor in attracting online readers. The study identified three hallmarks of simp...