Popular Science Writing
General context
How may you turn your research into a captivating story? We guide you from initial idea to finished text.
During a physical workshop on Wednesday April 13, 2022, our coach Ann De Ron reveals all the secrets of a popular science text.
During the workshop we immediately roll up our sleeves: you develop the concept of your own article, and you start writing.
You will continue the writing process at home. You should finish a first version by Thursday, April 21st.
But you are not alone: you may repeat the most important lessons online . We will try to inspire you with many good examples, in different styles, forms and genres.
You also receive individual feedback on your text on Monday, April 25th.
As icing on the cake, we will get your piece out there. If your article is about the life sciences, it may be published by our media partner Biovox. If not, we will help you find the most suitable platform on a case-by-case basis.
You learn how to write differently
The toolbox of popular science writing can also come in handy in your academic career, for example when writing grant proposals or reports.
You find an audience
We help you publish your finished text.
You build a network
You become part of a network of science communicators, on which you may count in the future.
- Are you a professional researcher?
- Do you want or have to be able to translate your research into a clear and attractive text?
- Are you available on the 13th and 25th of April?
- Are you willing to put in your time and effort - not only for the workshop itself, but also for the writing process and revision?
If yes, then this workshop is something for you!
- This training is only open for VIB participants and is free.
- This workshop is organized by SciComm Academy. For the registration procedure, see left below the registration button.
- Note that upon no show without valid justification a fee of € 100 will be charged and you will be blacklisted for the VIB training program for 1 year. Click here for more information.
Trainers
Ann De Ron
Ann de Ron has been a trainer in science communication since 2004. She also has more than 10 years of experience as a (science) journalist, with publications in De Morgen, New Scientist and Knack. She combines a master in molecular biology with a bachelor in intercultural management.
Practical info
13 April 2022
Brussels - SciMingo Office
Leopoldstraat 6
1000 Brussels
Belgium
13 April 2022
Brussels - SciMingo Office
SciMingo has its offices in the Flemish-Dutch house deBuren.eu, which is located near the Muntplein, a stone's throw from:
Central Station (SNCB), five to ten minutes' walk away. View the SNCB timetable. Metro, tram and bus station De Brouckère (STIB): metro lines 1 and 5; tram lines 3, 4, 31, 32 and 33; bus lines 29, 38, 63, 66, 71 and 86. Handy: the travel planner of MIVB
13 April 2022
Brussels - SciMingo Office
13 April 2022
Brussels - SciMingo Office
Are you coming by car? Beware for the notorious Belgian traffic jams. The Leopoldstraat and Muntplein are traffic-free.
You can park your car in these car parks: Schildknaap, La Monnaie, De Brouckère are nearby or Parking 58 is close by. More information on the different car parks in Brussels.
13 April 2022
Brussels - SciMingo Office
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