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Science Communication: Science journalism

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Science journalists can stimulate public debate in areas where science and technology impacts the social and natural worlds. But how can effective science journalism be encouraged in the developing world?

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Opinions and Analysis

Agriculture experts use an app for mobile devices Technical creativity needs nurturing at the grassroots

Efforts to promote sustainable development must tap into technologies developed locally, driven by community needs and priorities.

2 May 2012 | EN | ES | FR | 中文

Asia–Pacific Analysis: Putting the science into policy

Countries in the region need an organised, concerted effort to strengthen scientific input into decision-making, urges Crispin Maslog.

25 April 2012 | EN

Blogging has not changed science journalism

20 March 2012 | EN | ES
Source: Journal of Science Communication

Policy Briefs

Journalist Media is part of the fight against climate change

The media matters in the fight against climate change, and policymakers must engage them as partners in policy and planning

28 July 2011 | EN
Source: International Institute for Environment & Development


News and Features

Protagonistas de la serie Área 23 Argentina launches science and technology TV channel

Interviews with researchers, documentaries and science fiction series will feature on a new Argentinean television channel.

2 May 2012 | ES

African journalist interviewing children Ghanaian journalists call for more science coverage

Journalists in Ghana say they are keen to increase their coverage of science, but face a range of challenges, a survey finds.

11 April 2012 | EN

'Plagiarism' case attributed to poor training

27 February 2012 | EN
Source: Nature

Practical Guides

Calculator, pen and calendar How to question numbers

Linda Nordling on how questioning numbers in policy statements gives journalists credibility and clout — and reveals new stories.

8 March 2012 | EN | ES | FR

Journalist Navigating science PR in African institutions

Guidance on how science media officers can put African science on the map with balanced and effective reporting.

23 December 2011 | EN
Source: Wellcome Trust