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Category Archives: Research
CRISPR/Cas9: The Nobel Prize-Winning “Genetic Scissors” and the Role of Biotech Copywriters
Science-trained communicators in the biotech industry play a vital role in communicating new technologies’ opportunities and risks, building public engagement and trust and raising ethical concerns where concern is due.
Science Policy: Bridging the Gap Between Research and Governance
Science policy governs scientific research’s application, funding, and impact on society. It involves advocacy, engagement, and participation at multiple levels.
3 Reasons Your Biotech Startup Needs a White Paper
Scientists with marketing experience play a crucial role in biotech, crafting accurate content for various audiences and aiding in bringing innovative products to market effectively.
Science is beyond politics — but scientists are not.
A Ukrainian physicist talks about the ways scientists’ silence on matters of political importance undermines peace and stability amidst the Ukraine-Russia war.
Being a Woman in the US Means Being Part of the “Social Safety Net”
In a new book, sociologist Jessica Calarco argues that the US lacks a strong social safety net, causing women to pick up the slack.
Capacity-Building for Public Engagement and Outreach in Science
The 2024 AAAS Conference featured a discussion on capacity-building and incentivizing of community engagement in science research.
Understanding the “Science of Science”
Sheeva Azma recaps a 2024 AAAS Annual Meeting session on the “science of science,” a field dedicated to introspecting on science as a human activity.
Engaging with the Local Community as a Scientist
Sheeva Azma recaps a session of the AAAS 2024 Annual Meeting about engaging local communities as a scientist.
Improving Open Science
Read this recap of a session on the future of open science at the 2024 AAAS Annual Meeting,