Advice for funding applications: What mission-led science communicators and engagement specialists do
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Author: Ceridwyn Roberts
Working with passionate, curious researchers who care about the world is the joy of my life. My specialty is harnessing public good research for policy application with huge enthusiasm.
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Summary
- Budget 3–8% for science communication from day one, because the difference between research that sits on a shelf and research that changes the world might come down to strategic communication planning
- Science communicators aren’t just writers, they’re your secret weapon for connecting with the people with power to use your research.
- Translation goes way beyond plain English – today’s science communicators wrangle complex data into interactive tools, facilitate authentic community engagement, and turn research findings into stories that connect with hearts and minds.
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