The Observatory For Outstanding Open Science Communication
Empowering School Engagement: The Hidden Role of “Enablers” in Science Communication
A JCOM study highlights the key role of “enablers” in involving school students in science. Through programs like Darwin Day and Plastic Pirates, enablers bridge research and education by aligning goals, translating visions, applying theory, and evaluating engagement outcomes
7 October 2025
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What's beyond metrics? The social value of journalism
Amid declining trust and metric-driven evaluation, the “Public Method” by NPO and Sjoege redefines journalism’s value, focusing on its social impact, civic role, and contribution to informed citizenship.
24 September 2025
Public Engagement and European Researchers' Night: A Conversation with Lyubov Kostova
Lyubov Kostova reflects on two decades in science communication, sharing insights on European Researchers’ Night, collaboration, training scientists, and the vital role of marketing and storytelling in engaging diverse audiences.
16 September 2025
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Facts are not enough for effective science communication
The deficit model (yes, that one again!) is ineffective for communicating science. What's needed are participatory and dialogical approaches. A study in PNAS.
9 September 2025
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Bringing science reporting back into the spotlight
Science journalism faces pressure from weak business models, crisis-driven coverage, and a lack of training. Sustained, contextual reporting is needed—especially in the Global South—requiring public investment to support its vital democratic and watchdog role.
The ENJOI Observatory For Outstanding Open Science Communication is the effort of a European network to foster engagement, openness and innovation in science communication and journalism
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OUR MANIFESTO FOR OUTSTANDING OPEN SCIENCE COMMUNICATION
We have Standards, Principles and Indicators to improve science communication and journalism. How do we use them? The answer is in the Manifesto for Outstanding Open Science Communication, targeted to people who are producing, consuming and sharing scientific information.
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Excellence and Innovation in Science Journalism: A Conversation with Michele Catanzaro
20 November 25
