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Apply by November 30 for the chance to be part of the SciCommBites 2026 Author Cohort!
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Exciting news! SciCommBites is officially accepting applications for authors for our 2026 cohort. Learn more below and apply by November 30! scicommbites.org/applications...
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10 days left to apply to our 2026 cohort! If you want writing and editing experience and the chance to dive deeper into science communication research, this opportunity is for you! ⭐️
Exciting news! SciCommBites is officially accepting applications for authors for our 2026 cohort. Learn more below and apply by November 30! scicommbites.org/applications...
Applications open for 2026 SciCommBites authors! - SciCommBites
Apply by November 30 for the chance to be part of the SciCommBites 2026 Author Cohort!
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November 20, 2025 at 6:36 PM
10 days left to apply to our 2026 cohort! If you want writing and editing experience and the chance to dive deeper into science communication research, this opportunity is for you! ⭐️
Can videos make it easier to promote science-backed behavior change? Mariella A. Mestres-Villanueva’s new bite says yes. scicommbites.org/employing-ed...
Employing Educational Videos to Promote Exercise and Healthy Aging in Older Adults - SciCommBites
A set of simple videos helped older adults feel empowered—not judged—to take charge of their health.
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November 24, 2025 at 2:45 PM
Can videos make it easier to promote science-backed behavior change? Mariella A. Mestres-Villanueva’s new bite says yes. scicommbites.org/employing-ed...
10 days left to apply to our 2026 cohort! If you want writing and editing experience and the chance to dive deeper into science communication research, this opportunity is for you! ⭐️
Exciting news! SciCommBites is officially accepting applications for authors for our 2026 cohort. Learn more below and apply by November 30! scicommbites.org/applications...
Applications open for 2026 SciCommBites authors! - SciCommBites
Apply by November 30 for the chance to be part of the SciCommBites 2026 Author Cohort!
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November 20, 2025 at 6:36 PM
10 days left to apply to our 2026 cohort! If you want writing and editing experience and the chance to dive deeper into science communication research, this opportunity is for you! ⭐️
What makes people trust scientists, anyways? Julianna Goenaga’s new bite reveals that, for many, altruism may be more important than expertise. scicommbites.org/trust-me-im-...
“Trust me, I’m a doctor”: What makes people trust scientists - SciCommBites
Altruism could influence public trust in scientists more than credentials.
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November 19, 2025 at 2:42 PM
What makes people trust scientists, anyways? Julianna Goenaga’s new bite reveals that, for many, altruism may be more important than expertise. scicommbites.org/trust-me-im-...
Science misinformation is a major problem, but Clark Hickman’s latest bite offers a community-informed solution. scicommbites.org/community-en...
Community Engagement is Vital When Combating Scientific Misinformation - SciCommBites
In the battle against misinformation, local leaders are a cornerstone to reaching historically marginalized communities.
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November 17, 2025 at 7:21 PM
Science misinformation is a major problem, but Clark Hickman’s latest bite offers a community-informed solution. scicommbites.org/community-en...
Framing your science communication is essential— but how do you do so responsibly? Diego Ramírez Martín del Campo’s latest bite offers some insight. scicommbites.org/the-frame-ga...
The frame game: how to communicate research in a responsible manner - SciCommBites
Framing research in socially responsible ways to minimize misunderstandings.
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November 14, 2025 at 6:18 PM
Framing your science communication is essential— but how do you do so responsibly? Diego Ramírez Martín del Campo’s latest bite offers some insight. scicommbites.org/the-frame-ga...
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Community Engagement is Vital When Combating Scientific Misinformation ... a TL;DR version via @scicommbites.bsky.social
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Community Engagement is Vital When Combating Scientific Misinformation - SciCommBites
In the battle against misinformation, local leaders are a cornerstone to reaching historically marginalized communities.
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November 10, 2025 at 7:12 PM
Community Engagement is Vital When Combating Scientific Misinformation ... a TL;DR version via @scicommbites.bsky.social
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Happy November! 🍂 Reminder that applications for our 2026 cohort are due at the end of this month. Tag someone who should apply! scicommbites.org/applications...
Applications open for 2026 SciCommBites authors! - SciCommBites
Apply by November 30 for the chance to be part of the SciCommBites 2026 Author Cohort!
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November 1, 2025 at 7:53 PM
Happy November! 🍂 Reminder that applications for our 2026 cohort are due at the end of this month. Tag someone who should apply! scicommbites.org/applications...
Happy November! 🍂 Reminder that applications for our 2026 cohort are due at the end of this month. Tag someone who should apply! scicommbites.org/applications...
Applications open for 2026 SciCommBites authors! - SciCommBites
Apply by November 30 for the chance to be part of the SciCommBites 2026 Author Cohort!
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November 1, 2025 at 7:53 PM
Happy November! 🍂 Reminder that applications for our 2026 cohort are due at the end of this month. Tag someone who should apply! scicommbites.org/applications...
The latest in our Climate Memo series addresses how communicators can connect with audiences by using messages that align with universal morals. scicommbites.org/climate-memo...
Climate Memo 3 – Framing: To Engage Your Audience, Speak Their “Moral Language” - SciCommBites
Use messages that align with universal moral principles to bridge divides on climate change perceptions.
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October 28, 2025 at 3:19 PM
The latest in our Climate Memo series addresses how communicators can connect with audiences by using messages that align with universal morals. scicommbites.org/climate-memo...
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Are you a student looking to further hone your #ScienceCommunication writing skills? Here's a great opportunity to check out: ⬇️ ⬇️ ⬇️
Exciting news! SciCommBites is officially accepting applications for authors for our 2026 cohort. Learn more below and apply by November 30! scicommbites.org/applications...
Applications open for 2026 SciCommBites authors! - SciCommBites
Apply by November 30 for the chance to be part of the SciCommBites 2026 Author Cohort!
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October 20, 2025 at 5:27 PM
Are you a student looking to further hone your #ScienceCommunication writing skills? Here's a great opportunity to check out: ⬇️ ⬇️ ⬇️
Ever wonder how children first begin to understand science? In Mariella A. Mestres-Villanueva’s latest bite, we learn that for young learners, physically “doing” science plays a big role. scicommbites.org/the-role-ges...
The Role Gestures Play in Pre-School Children’s Understanding and Communication of Science - SciCommBites
Physically "doing" science can help the youngest learners understand and communicate about science.
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October 16, 2025 at 6:32 PM
Ever wonder how children first begin to understand science? In Mariella A. Mestres-Villanueva’s latest bite, we learn that for young learners, physically “doing” science plays a big role. scicommbites.org/the-role-ges...
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Dive headfirst into the latest research on how to communicate science effectively by writing for SciCommBites. Authors gain experience writing and peer-editing, while also contributing to a growing resource that reaches thousands. :) Win-win. See application details in the link below!
Exciting news! SciCommBites is officially accepting applications for authors for our 2026 cohort. Learn more below and apply by November 30! scicommbites.org/applications...
Applications open for 2026 SciCommBites authors! - SciCommBites
Apply by November 30 for the chance to be part of the SciCommBites 2026 Author Cohort!
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October 8, 2025 at 7:15 PM
Dive headfirst into the latest research on how to communicate science effectively by writing for SciCommBites. Authors gain experience writing and peer-editing, while also contributing to a growing resource that reaches thousands. :) Win-win. See application details in the link below!
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Writing for @scicommbites.bsky.social has been an amazing way to develop my science communication practice, and I strongly encourage other early career writers to apply!
Exciting news! SciCommBites is officially accepting applications for authors for our 2026 cohort. Learn more below and apply by November 30! scicommbites.org/applications...
Applications open for 2026 SciCommBites authors! - SciCommBites
Apply by November 30 for the chance to be part of the SciCommBites 2026 Author Cohort!
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October 8, 2025 at 7:13 PM
Writing for @scicommbites.bsky.social has been an amazing way to develop my science communication practice, and I strongly encourage other early career writers to apply!
Exciting news! SciCommBites is officially accepting applications for authors for our 2026 cohort. Learn more below and apply by November 30! scicommbites.org/applications...
Applications open for 2026 SciCommBites authors! - SciCommBites
Apply by November 30 for the chance to be part of the SciCommBites 2026 Author Cohort!
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October 8, 2025 at 7:09 PM
Exciting news! SciCommBites is officially accepting applications for authors for our 2026 cohort. Learn more below and apply by November 30! scicommbites.org/applications...
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🤩 Have you ever read a science story and felt the time moving slower or caught yourself thinking about something very vast? You might have been awe-struck! My latest bite at @scicommbites.bsky.social explores the science behind this feeling of awe.
🍽️ Take a bite below👇🏼
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🍽️ Take a bite below👇🏼
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The Science of Awe: Are Science Stories Awe-some? - SciCommBites
Do awe-some stories elicit awe-some reactions?
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October 2, 2025 at 1:23 PM
🤩 Have you ever read a science story and felt the time moving slower or caught yourself thinking about something very vast? You might have been awe-struck! My latest bite at @scicommbites.bsky.social explores the science behind this feeling of awe.
🍽️ Take a bite below👇🏼
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🍽️ Take a bite below👇🏼
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One of my recent articles for @scicommbites.bsky.social was republished in @civicscimedia.bsky.social! Have you ever thought about the readability of informative signs in national parks? civicsciencemedia.org/looking-for-...
Looking for a sign? Study says interpretive signs at U.S. National Parks have low readability
This paper presents the first known study that analyzed the language content of interpretive signs of U.S. national parks. It has identified, among other takeaways, an apparent need to increase the re...
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September 14, 2025 at 8:10 PM
One of my recent articles for @scicommbites.bsky.social was republished in @civicscimedia.bsky.social! Have you ever thought about the readability of informative signs in national parks? civicsciencemedia.org/looking-for-...
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🧑🏫 Math is often very abstract and not relatable for students. Can we fix it? My latest post on @scicommbites.bsky.social
explores the concept of #math trails—guided explorations bringing math into the real world—and how they can boost #engagement with math.
🍽️ Take a bite below👇🏼
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explores the concept of #math trails—guided explorations bringing math into the real world—and how they can boost #engagement with math.
🍽️ Take a bite below👇🏼
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Down, Down, Down the Road: Making Mathematics Fun and Relatable with Math Trails - SciCommBites
"Math trails" transform everyday life classrooms, helping students see that mathematics is not just numbers, but patterns, structures, and ideas woven into the world around them.
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September 18, 2025 at 5:36 PM
🧑🏫 Math is often very abstract and not relatable for students. Can we fix it? My latest post on @scicommbites.bsky.social
explores the concept of #math trails—guided explorations bringing math into the real world—and how they can boost #engagement with math.
🍽️ Take a bite below👇🏼
shorturl.at/kzvN6
explores the concept of #math trails—guided explorations bringing math into the real world—and how they can boost #engagement with math.
🍽️ Take a bite below👇🏼
shorturl.at/kzvN6
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In my latest post for @scicommbites.bsky.social, I look at a recent study that investigates whether metaphors can make environmental communications easier to understand. TLDR: it's less straightforward than you might think! scicommbites.org/can-metaphor...
Can metaphor make environmental issues easier to understand? - SciCommBites
A light bulb moment for evaluating metaphors in science communication.
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September 22, 2025 at 5:09 PM
In my latest post for @scicommbites.bsky.social, I look at a recent study that investigates whether metaphors can make environmental communications easier to understand. TLDR: it's less straightforward than you might think! scicommbites.org/can-metaphor...
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From Kaz Gary: For Pride Month, Astrobites is interviewing one transgender astronomer every week. This week we interviewed Dr. Megan Pickett, an Associate Professor of Physics at Lawrence University! 🔭✨☄️
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Transgender in Astronomy: Interview with Dr. Megan Pickett
For Pride Month, Astrobites is interviewing one transgender astronomer every week. This week we interviewed Dr. Megan Pickett, an Associate Professor of Physics at Lawerence University!
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June 30, 2025 at 12:47 AM
From Kaz Gary: For Pride Month, Astrobites is interviewing one transgender astronomer every week. This week we interviewed Dr. Megan Pickett, an Associate Professor of Physics at Lawrence University! 🔭✨☄️
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Though the vast majority of Americans believe in climate change, fear of perceived polarization creates a “spiral of silence” for Midwest farmers, causing them to avoid discussing the topic entirely. Read more in my latest for @scicommbites.bsky.social scicommbites.org/breaking-the...
Breaking the spiral of silence: Midwest farmer perspectives reveal need to make climate conversations palatable - SciCommBites
Many midwestern farmers in the US prefer to ignore conversations about climate, considering an extremely polarizing topic.
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May 31, 2025 at 1:51 PM
Though the vast majority of Americans believe in climate change, fear of perceived polarization creates a “spiral of silence” for Midwest farmers, causing them to avoid discussing the topic entirely. Read more in my latest for @scicommbites.bsky.social scicommbites.org/breaking-the...
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Why do some farmers from the Midwest ignore the conversations on the climate change? @alexmusicwrites.bsky.social explores this through the "spiral of silence" in her latest post at @scicommbites.bsky.social which I had the pleasure to edit.
🍽️ Take a bite of the climate discourse among farmers 👇🏼
🍽️ Take a bite of the climate discourse among farmers 👇🏼
Though the vast majority of Americans believe in climate change, fear of perceived polarization creates a “spiral of silence” for Midwest farmers, causing them to avoid discussing the topic entirely. Read more in my latest for @scicommbites.bsky.social scicommbites.org/breaking-the...
Breaking the spiral of silence: Midwest farmer perspectives reveal need to make climate conversations palatable - SciCommBites
Many midwestern farmers in the US prefer to ignore conversations about climate, considering an extremely polarizing topic.
scicommbites.org
June 7, 2025 at 12:18 PM
Why do some farmers from the Midwest ignore the conversations on the climate change? @alexmusicwrites.bsky.social explores this through the "spiral of silence" in her latest post at @scicommbites.bsky.social which I had the pleasure to edit.
🍽️ Take a bite of the climate discourse among farmers 👇🏼
🍽️ Take a bite of the climate discourse among farmers 👇🏼
New #SciCommBites post by Julianna Goenaga! The case for using comics in aiding jurors understand scientific forensic evidence. Read at scicommbites.org! 🧪 #scicomm
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May 7, 2025 at 3:05 PM
New #SciCommBites post by Julianna Goenaga! The case for using comics in aiding jurors understand scientific forensic evidence. Read at scicommbites.org! 🧪 #scicomm
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Tell your story! Write an op-ed for a LOCAL HOMETOWN PAPER to be published June 16! #SciComm #McClintockLetters #withoutNSF
We can fight these attacks by sharing how we serve the public with fed dollars, & insights into fed funded research. tinyurl.com/McClintockLetters
We can fight these attacks by sharing how we serve the public with fed dollars, & insights into fed funded research. tinyurl.com/McClintockLetters
May 2, 2025 at 11:52 PM
Tell your story! Write an op-ed for a LOCAL HOMETOWN PAPER to be published June 16! #SciComm #McClintockLetters #withoutNSF
We can fight these attacks by sharing how we serve the public with fed dollars, & insights into fed funded research. tinyurl.com/McClintockLetters
We can fight these attacks by sharing how we serve the public with fed dollars, & insights into fed funded research. tinyurl.com/McClintockLetters
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Great article by @nikkliapets.bsky.social that I got the chance to edit! 🧪
Check out the new #SciCommBites post by Mykyta ‘Nik’ Kliapets! Public trust crisis? Objection! Survey suggests global trust in scientists still strong. Read at scicommbites.org! 🧪 #scicomm
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May 2, 2025 at 7:04 PM
Great article by @nikkliapets.bsky.social that I got the chance to edit! 🧪