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Science Communication: A Practical Guide for Scientists

ISBN: 978-1-119-99312-4
384 pages
November 2012, Wiley-Blackwell
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January 04, 2013

Science Communication: A Practical Guide for Scientists

Wiley is pleased to announce the publication of Science Communication:  A Practical Guide for Scientists, a hands-on guide to the increasingly significant discipline of science communication and public engagement.

Science Communication is a unique guide to help the novice scientist get started with science communication. The informal ‘recipe' style layout applied to an academic text book gives hints, tips and warns of potential pitfalls about how to begin to undertake face-to-face science communication and engagement activities with the public.

The book begins with a short history of science communication before moving on to the main section of the text which deals comprehensively with the design and delivery of an effective engagement event using numerous case studies written by highly regarded contributors from around the globe.  Areas covered include issues such as funding, administrative work, evaluation and impact statement all accompanied by useful checklists and advice boxes. A companion website includes further useful links, references and supplementary case studies along with information on regulations and practical information specific to countries throughout the globe.

Science Communication:  A Practical Guide for Scientists offers a unique in its practical advice concerning engagement events; this guide is written by scientists for scientists.

 

To speak to the authors or for a review copy of Science Communication: A Practical Guide for Scientists please contact:  Michelle Martella at Wiley
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