Science News Agencies increasingly reach the public directly. A new study proposes an index to assess whether their press releases are transparent, accessible, and socially relevant—highlighting how improving these texts can strengthen public engagement with science.
Social media are becoming increasingly central to the survival and relevance of magazines and news outlets. They are no longer just channels for promoting published stories, but key spaces where editorial identities are negotiated, audiences are built, and engagement is measured in real time. For science journalism in particular, platforms such as Instagram and Facebook […]
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.
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.
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.
Shifting from top-down communication to participatory models and building relationships with audiences lead to more effective science outreach despite challenges like time management and institutional recognition.
Excessive focus on negative news – which indeed abounds – has proved ineffective in spreading awareness and, above all, moving people to action. To contribute to the required societal and cultural change, journalism should talk about available solutions and share a narrative of what we want to achieve rather than focusing on the gloomy future that stems from inaction
A recent study reveals that individuals find it significantly harder to accurately infer the thoughts and feelings of people outside their social groups, relying instead on first impressions and stereotypes. This cognitive hurdle underscores the need for deeper engagement in conversations, especially in science communication, where overcoming societal divides is essential. When conversing with […]
At the end of September, scholars, practitioners, science writers, and science communicators from around the world met in Venice for the PCST Venice Symposium 2023, a gathering hosted on San Servolo island by the Venice International University. ENJOI project participated in the event and contributed to the discussion, presenting some of its major results. We […]
In a certain way, newsletters have anticipated what journalism would have become. It was already in existence during the Middle Ages, when travelling merchants moved not just goods but also news. According to the Encyclopedia Britannica: "Traders' newsletters contained commercial information on the availability and prices of various goods and services, but they also could […]
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