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Registration procedure

This course is organized by SciComm Academy. As sponsor of the program, VIB can offer free spots to VIB staff. These are the different steps to follow:

1. Register for the course using the button above and upload a motivation on why you want to follow this course.

2. You will be contacted by VIB Training if you are selected by mid November and you will receive a coupon code.

3. With the coupon code you will be able to register for free on the website of SciComm Academy.

Price & availability

VIB€ 0,00Tickets: 4

VAT is not included in price

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Partners for this course

communication skills

live training

Popular Science Writing

Target Audience:

All VIB staff

Location:

SciMingo office in Brussels

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 Monday 28 November 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 and send the first version to our coach.

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 in a short online call with the instructor on 8 December.

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.

Objectives

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.

Event intended for

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 28 November?
Are you willing to put in some 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!

Extra information

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.

Contact Ann De Ron :

ann@fishgrowfeet.be