Research!America is offering a free learning lunch series geared towards student researchers and others beginning their careers in science. This webinar series, titled “From Bench to Impact,” focuses on providing participants with tools, perspectives, and networking opportunities. The second two sessions of the series, on communicating science and science policy, might be of particular interest to our readers.

    “Bridging Community and Research: Communicating Science Effectively” will be held on Wednesday, August 19. This event will focus on the power of collaboration and how meaningful partnerships can lead to more impactful and effective outcomes. Participants will hear from community organizers, public health professionals, and researchers who will share their insights on building strong partnerships with communities and collaborating effectively with fellow researchers. The session will also explore strategies for communicating science effectively with a variety of audiences, the general public, and local communities. You can register here.

    “Current Issues in Science Policy for Student-Researchers and Early Career Scientists” will be held on Wednesday, September 16. This session will focus on the science policy issues most relevant to science students and emerging professionals, while also helping participants develop the skills needed to effectively advocate for important issues in science and research. Register here.

    This series is offered by Research!America, a nonprofit medical and health research advocacy alliance dedicated to advancing science, discovery, and innovation for the benefit of all. Research!America is committed to strengthening public engagement with research and empowering the next generation of scientists through efforts such as this learning lunch series.

By McKenna Slocum, Center for Communicating Science student intern