Ever had to describe the difference between a bacteria and a virus? Wondered how to tell if a scientific breakthrough was worth front page news? Have you tried talking to a scientist and wondered if you were both speaking English? Have we got a panel for you!
Simplifying Science: How Scientists and Reporters can Better Inform the Public
Wednesday, Sept. 26., 6 – 8 p.m. at UNM’s TVC McCorkle Conference Center, 1155 University Blvd, SE, in Albuquerque. Come early at 5 p.m. to meet panelists and enjoy some light snacks. Four scientists and four journalists share their tips on how to communicate better with each other and the public. Plus they dissect good and bad science stories. Lots of fun!
The scientists: Harshini Mukundan, LANL biomedical researcher; Geoff Reeves, LANL space/weather scientist; Greg Nielson, Sandia Lab engineer for Microsystem-enabled photovoltaics; Charles Wiggins, UNM epidemiologist, NM Tumor Registry
The reporters: John Fleck, Albuquerque Journal science writer; George Johnson, NYT science writer and author; Laura Paskus, freelance science writer/radio; Heather Clark, former AP reporter now PIO with Sandia National Lab.
Cost: $5 for chapter members; $15 for non-members ($5 if you join SPJ!).
Space is limited. Pre-registration is highly recommended. Email Julie Ann Grimm at jgrimm@sfnewmexican.com.