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A photo from one of the workshop we held to discuss science communication at WHOI in 2023
A photo from one of the workshop we held to discuss science communication at WHOI in 2023

Elevator Pitch for labs

I co-led a new initiative  at WHOI that we called Elevator Pitch for Labs" to equip WHOI researchers with the knowledge and tools to effectively communicate their lab-based science to non-specialist audiences, including the general public, K-12 students, and community college students.

A group photo of the IMPACT workshop participants at AGU headquarter in Washington DC
A group photo of the IMPACT workshop participants at AGU headquarter in Washington DC

Advancing the impact of scientific ocean drilling

I have recently participated in a workshop that focuses on advancing the impact of scientific ocean drilling in Washington DC. For more information, check out the link below:

IMPACT Workshop 2022

Research found that most kids draw an older person with funky hair playing with chemicals if they are asked to draw a scientist. Read more in Kevin Kurtz's website.
Research found that most kids draw an older person with funky hair playing with chemicals if they are asked to draw a scientist. Read more in Kevin Kurtz's website.

Spot a Scientist

Spot a scientist is a game designed by Kevin Kurtz, a children's author and educator, to broaden kids' imagination and help them better visualize what real scientists look like. I am in this game! Feel free to play the game to see if you can spot a scientist by following this link:

Spot a scientist

To read more about Kevin Kurtz's work, visit his website:

http://www.kevkurtz.com/