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Topic: Scientists
Resource Database / Guide

SEEDS: Stories of Ethics, Engagement and Dialogue in Science

"ComSciCon is embarking on a project funded by the Kavli Foundation and the Rita Allen Foundation to create a resource for early-career scientists who want to make sure their work has impact beyond the ivory tower. The SEEDS project is collecting stories about researchers who engage with the ethical and societal implications of their research — something that few academic institutions explicitly support. In creating a repository of those researchers’ stories, the SEEDS team will share valuable insights into how scientists can start to do boundary-spanning work, so as to inspire more scientists to make the leap. Starting in January 2026, the SEEDS project will host a series of webinars so the public can hear from scientists who are doing publicly engaged work. The project will culminate in a publication full of the stories of scientists who engage with ethics and their advice to help others do the same."
Conference

Science Talk ’26

Association of Science Communicators

"In 2026 we are highlighting the importance of finding a way forward for science, finding ways for science communicators to showcase their impact, and finding paths to connect communities with science. We’re reflecting on the last decade of SCIENCE TALK, but also looking forward to the next 10 years and beyond. Join us for SCIENCE TALK ’26 – WAYFINDING: Charting a Decade of Dialogue. "For our 10th anniversary, we are returning to our roots in Portland, OR where it all began! SCIENCE TALK ’26 will be a hybrid conference, with in-person events in Portland, OR and real-time, online participation for speakers and attendees also available."
Video

Science, Values & Trust: Improving How We Communicate in Health Policy

National Academy of Medicine

"Science is not a destination or a set of recommendations. It is a never-ending process through which we pursue truth. Surrounding and accompanying the scientific process are value judgments. What should scientists study? How should they study it? How should scientists interpret uncertain evidence? At what point should people respond to new evidence by changing their behavior? When should policy makers recommend or require that others do so? How should scientists and policy makers communicate evidence, recommendations, and requirements? Answering each of these questions requires value judgments that exist outside the scientific process. Failure to recognize or be open about the values underlying these choices can erode trust among those with different values. ... Amid deep polarization and public skepticism, how can the science and public health communities acknowledge these dynamics while still upholding the rigor and integrity of evidence-informed decision making? This conversation will explore how values and uncertainty intersect in both science and policy and how transparency and humility can strengthen trust in both."
Events

Wildscreen’s Science in Storytelling Online Event

"Science in Storytelling is back, and this time we’ll be completely online! We’re bringing the 2026 edition of Science in Storytelling to you in the comfort of your own home, or wherever you happen to be; on shoot or out on location in some remote corner of the world. This event brings scientists and filmmakers together in a symbiosis of minds to learn, collaborate and share how best to keep science at the heart of our natural world stories." The event aims to:
  • Highlight the importance of nurturing relationships between those with knowledge, and those that want to share it.
  • Platform successful case studies of scientists and filmmakers coming together to communicate science effectively and creatively.
Training

Hands-On Science Communication Training for Scientists

The Open Notebook

"The work scientists do has never been more central to public life—and the ability to communicate that work with clarity, nuance, and humanity has never been more important. Whether they’re writing for the public, teaching students, preparing grant materials, presenting to policymakers, collaborating with journalists, or engaging with communities, researchers benefit from strong, flexible communication skills. To help researchers develop and hone those skills, The Open Notebook offers hands-on, practical trainings to help scientists share their work with confidence and impact."
Article

When Women Researchers Publish, Media Attention Doesn’t Always Follow

"Media coverage can give scientists a powerful career boost, raising their visibility and signaling that their work matters beyond the lab. But a new study finds that benefit goes disproportionately to men, potentially widening existing gender gaps and shaping public perceptions of who counts as a researcher. In an analysis of 1.2 million news stories about scholarly research, men-led papers were found to receive more attention overall and were heavily overrepresented in the top 5% of most covered studies. Women-led papers, on the other hand, clustered at the bottom."
Book

Science Communication for Scientists

"Science, healthcare, and technology only make an impact if they are understood and trusted. That’s why effective communication is mission-critical. Science Communication for Scientists offers practical strategies grounded in research—and shares insights from the Alda Center’s Alda Method®, which has trained thousands of scientists to connect with audiences. This resource empowers scientists at every stage of their careers to share their work in ways that inspire trust, understanding, and impact."
Video

Understanding and Addressing Misinformation About Science: A Symposium

National Academies of Science, Engineering and Medicine

"This full-day [National Academies] symposium exploring the [“Understanding and Addressing Misinformation About Science”] report brought together key leaders and organizations from science, public health, education, communication, philanthropy, and public policy to discuss evidence-based solutions and actionable, next steps to address science misinformation." Note: There are five parts to the video.
Video

How To Communicate Scientific Significance and Quality In Your Publications

European Geosciences Union

"Terms like scientific quality and significance are widely used by journals to evaluate submitted papers, but what do they really mean? In this webinar our guest speaker, Ken Carslaw, co-Chief Executive Editor of the EGU journal Atmospheric Chemistry and Physics, will outline how journals interpret these terms. By the end of the webinar you will have a comprehension of which indicators-of-quality journals are looking for and how you can improve on them to level up your writing."
Fellowships & Grants

Red Natural History Fellowship

"In a time when critical and creative inquiry are under attack, the Natural History Museum [in Vashon, Wash.] is inviting applications for the 2026-2028 Red Natural History Fellowship, a two-year program dedicated to co-creating a 'natural history for a world in crisis.' As environmental emergencies intensify, scholars and scientists are working directly with communities to expose the impacts of industrial pollution on public health, protect sacred items or ancestral remains threatened by pipelines, and sound the alarm about the systemic causes of climate change—leveraging their expertise and institutional resources in the shared struggle for a world beyond extraction. The Red Natural History Fellowship supports this growing movement by connecting and catalyzing collaborations among emerging and established scholars, writers, organizers and practitioners advancing a non-capitalist and anti-colonial practice of natural history—one grounded in protecting the world we share in common for the generations to come." Fellows receive a $2000 stipend, production and communications support, and more.
Fellowships & Grants

New America’s Fellows Program

"New America invests in thinkers — journalists, scholars, filmmakers and public policy analysts — who generate big, bold ideas that have an impact and spark new conversations about the most pressing issues of our day. Fellowships begin in September and run through May annually. $15,000-$30,000 stipend provided and you may stay in your current job, coming together for two cohort gatherings during the fellowship year, each lasting two-three days and held in Washington, DC." Deadline: Feb. 2, 2026.
Events

GeoCinema at EGU26

European Geosciences Union

"After last years' success, GeoCinema is back for EGU26 [May 3-8]! If you’ve shadowed a scientist in the lab, filmed fantastic spectacles in the field, or have produced an educational feature on the Earth, planetary or space sciences, we want to hear from you! GeoCinema features short clips and longer films related to the geosciences, and from animations to interviews, all films are welcome. If you would like to contribute to this popular event, please fill out the submission form by 5 December 2025." Films will be shown both in person and livestreamed to the virtual audience.
Article

Trading the Pipette for the Pen: Transitioning From Science to Science Writing

"Making the transition to science writing can seem intimidating; it certainly requires determination and effort. But taking a few critical steps, like networking and honing your writing skills, can help make a scientist’s next experiment on the page a successful one."
Fellowships & Grants

Museum of Science Fellowship Program

"The Museum of Science is proud to launch a groundbreaking fellowship supporting scientists, researchers, and digital creators who are passionate about building public trust in science through powerful digital storytelling. This 6-month program pairs scientific experts with established digital communicators to co-create engaging, innovative, and impactful science content. Through mentorship, training, and collaboration, fellows will work to advance a national playbook for science communication in the digital age. All fellows will receive award funding and be eligible for other cash awards and prizes at the culmination of the fellowship taking place at the Museum of Science for our Science Communication Summit." Each fellow receives $20,000 plus expenses to attend the retreat in Boston, Mass., January 16-17, 2026. Deadline: Oct. 31, 2025.
Awards

Smithsonian Magazine’s Annual Photo Contest

Smithsonian Magazine's annual photo contest is open to photographers worldwide who are 18 years old or more. Categories in 2025 include wildlife, travel, people, the American experience at 250, artistic images and drone/aerial. Cash prizes. Deadline: Dec. 1, 2025.
Article

Dibbler Dingles, Worm Blobs, and Fossilized Poop: Finding Humor in Science

"When science news is filled with crises from climate change to COVID-19, it can feel like there’s nothing left to laugh about. Yet some journalists manage to find humor in science and satisfy our appetites for comic relief. In an email conversation with science journalist Carolyn Wilke, six reporters and science communicators discuss how the process of science can yield funny nuggets."
Resource Database / Guide

Tip Sheet: How To Cover Ongoing Chaos in Science Funding

CASW Connector

On October 9, 2025, CASW Connector hosted a Chat discussing how journalists can approach the firehose of science funding freezes, cuts and reinstatements during the Trump administration. Panelists and participants swapped tips on the best tools to follow the whiplash-inducing changes and how to tame the flood of information into stories that won’t immediately become outdated. The Chat was facilitated by CASW program director Amber Dance and featured panelists:
  • Katherine Wu, staff writer at The Atlantic
  • Stephanie Lee, senior writer at The Chronicle of Higher Education
  • Scott Delaney, research scientist at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and co-founder of the Grant Witness database
At the link, you’ll find a recording of the Chat, takeaways and tips from the presenters, and additional resources shared by attendees.
Events

Environmental Film Festival in the Nation’s Capital (DCEFF)

"Since 1993, DCEFF has been the premier showcase of environmental films. Each March, we bring the world’s largest green film festival to museums, embassies, universities, and other cultural institutions across Washington, DC. In addition to the many thousands of audience members we serve with our in-person programming, DCEFF offers year-round virtual screenings to passionate and environmentally-conscious viewers across the United States and the world." The 2026 event runs March 19-28, with the theme "Against the Current." Films in any genre can be submitted for consideration by Dec. 1. Cash prizes available.
Video

How Can Open Science Practices Increase Trust In Research?

Shorenstein Center / The Journalist's Resource

"The open science movement is changing the way research is published, providing new methods of dissemination and evaluation like preprints and open review that are accelerating the pace and transparency of science. At the same time, these new, more open methods of communicating science threaten to expose the publication process to bad actors keen on weaponizing science for political purposes, spreading misinformation, or publishing junk research to advance their careers. This panel brings together representatives from each stage of open science, from active researchers to open publishing platform developers and journalists for a frank discussion of how each part of the publishing process must adapt to make sure open science advances not just science itself, but society’s understanding of, trust in, and willingness to invest in research."
Reporting on federal changes to science

How To Navigate the Impact of Manipulation and Removal of Federal Data: Expert Advice, Reporting Tips and Resources

"Federal datasets have been manipulated and removed since the beginning of the Trump administration and continue to be under threat. In this piece, three data experts explain the critical consequences of this loss." The article includes video of the Oct 1, 2025 webinar, "Vanishing Numbers: How Federal Data Manipulation and Removal Threaten Journalism and Public Trust," and explores the following categories of federal data attacks:
  • Targeted removal of data that is not aligned with the Trump administration’s priorities.
  • Collateral damage from actions like reductions in the federal workforce, cutting contracts and terminating scientific advisory committees.
  • Removal of data that reflects poorly on the performance of the Trump administration’s policies.
Academic program

Stanford Course Empowers Students To Communicate Science to the Public

This Stanford University science communication course, which ran in Spring 2025, is scheduled again for 2026. The course aims to equip researchers with "essential skills such as podcasting, storyboarding, and leveraging social media to engage non-scientists."
Reporting on federal changes to science

HHS Grants Terminated

This 53-page PDF by TAGGS (Tracking Accountability in Government Grants System) lists Department of Health & Human Services grants terminated, as of September 11, 2025.  
Reporting on federal changes to science

The Research We Lost

"Join your colleagues in recording and resisting the defunding of science. ... Our data archive is for use by journalists, academics, and the general public."
Reporting on federal changes to science

Survey: Was Your Grant Canceled by President Trump?

"The Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, Democratic Staff, is surveying the impact of the Trump Administration’s cancelation of federal research awards. If your award was terminated since January 20, 2025, please fill out this brief survey."
Reporting on federal changes to science

Silenced Science Stories

"THEY CAN'T FIRE SCIENCE. We are organizing an illustrated series of portraits and stories of scientific experts whose work is being affected by federal budget cuts and mass firings. We have over 30 science artists who are volunteering to create these features to communicate the careers and the important scientific research of federally employed and funded scientists."