December 2017 – Engaging people in science issues
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A poster is not simply a vertical version of your research paper or promotional brochure.
People need to be attracted to it from across the room. It should stand out from what’s next to it. It must also get its … Read more
Email may be efficient, immediate and conversational but it gives no vocal clues and no body language clues.
Sent in the click of a mouse, email can quickly turn sour if we don’t follow some basic rules of etiquette.
Seek a meeting with politicians only if there is something specific you want them to do. You might want their advice, their support or funding.
Check that they are the right person and are on the appropriate side of the … Read more
A feature story differs from a straight news story in one respect—its intent.
A news story has information about an event, an idea or a situation. A feature story has that and more—it may interpret news, add depth and colour … Read more