Education

Science outreach and communication

The ASBMB organizes science communication and outreach activities and develops tools, resources and opportunities for members to improve their science communication and public engagement skills. These efforts are spearheaded by the Science Outreach and Communication Committee.

The Art of Science Communication

An online, interactive course that provides fundamental training in science communication.

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Science outreach and communication news
Saying yes to a community of communicators

Susanna Greer, a 2022 ASBMB fellow, describes her journey to engaging deeply with, and caring about, the society.

Volunteers needed to raise the visibility of science

An interview with Dan Barry, director of local and state advocacy for AAAS, about the Local Science Engagement Network — and how you can get involved

So you wanna be in science communication?

The managing editor of BioBuzz writes about her career path, day-to-day work and advice for newcomers.

Equity, diversity and inclusion: The hidden toll of community outreach

Caught in a system eager for success stories, a PhD student from an underrepresented background learns how to balance his challenges in the lab with his desire to serve his community.

Inspiring the next generation of scientists

Seattle-area high school students will be the Science Outreach and Communication Committee’s guests of honor on Community Day at Discover BMB.

How to get involved in science outreach

Our academic careers columnist writes about how students, postdocs and professors can get involved in the essential work of outreach while keeping their day jobs.

Opportunities from the ASBMB

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The Art of Science Communication

An online course that provides fundamental training in science communication.

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Science Outreach and Communication Grant

A memberwide grant to encourage new or existing science outreach and communication activities.

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Student Chapter Outreach Grant

Funding for outreach activities in addition to exclusive access to expertise and resources from the Science Outreach and Communication Committee.

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Science in a Flash

Learn about the ASBMB's flash talk competition and find resources to help organize your own event.

Virtual events and workshops

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Debunking misinformation about your science

John Cook, founder of Skeptical Science website, discusses debunking strategies for misinformation that occurs within biochemistry and molecular biology topics.

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Shaping the Narrative: Effective science communication in the COVID-19 era

A panel discussion about how scientists can use their credibility and critical thinking to cut through the noise and guide the national COVID-19 dialogue.

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Science in a Flash: How to give a successful flash talk

If you had just one figure, three minutes and a microphone to describe your research — could you do it?

Science outreach

ASBMB science outreach experts discussed how the current virtual environment has motivated a transformative approach to doing science outreach.

Get involved in science outreach

Student Chapter Outreach Grant

Up to $500 in support of outreach activities in a chapter's local community.

Activity manuals and guides for K-12 outreach

How-to guides, activities and manuals created for scientists seeking successful hands-on science experiments for K–12 outreach and education.

Outreach resources

List of organizations that provide guidance and offer funding for conducting science outreach.

How-to guides for effective science communication

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Science in a Flash: How to give a successful flash talk

If you had just one figure, three minutes and a microphone to describe your research — could you do it?

How to write a press release

A press release should be clear, concise, engaging and accessible to nonexpert readers.

How to start a science cafe

Science cafes aim to provide members of the public the opportunity to interact with scientists in a casual, nonprofessional setting.

Share your science outreach initiative!

As a member, let us help you promote your outreach efforts and initiatives. Are you doing science outreach in your community? Are you running your own science café or creating a program that you know will make an impact and want to share it? We want to know about it!

Fill in this form for a chance to be promoted on our social media channels or get featured on our webpage!

* Please note only ASBMB members will be considered for promotion.