A PhD marine biologist, with a talent for graphic design and communicating science, Tullio Rossi helps scientists get their work noticed and make a positive impact on society. In 2017, he founded Animate Your Science. His company creates video animations and infographics that are engaging, understandable, and shareable on social media. In his workshops, Dr. Rossi teaches scientists how to use storytelling to build awareness of their work. We spoke with him in his Australian home about the...
All scientists can be better speakers – especially if they can learn to be comfortable in the front of the room
Sitting through overly detailed, boring conference presentations inspired Scott St.George to do his part to teach students vital science communications skills. “Frustration was a big motivator,” said St. George, associate professor of geography at the University of Minnesota. “I was fortunate to have had mentors who excelled as communicators, so I knew there was a better way.” In 2012 Scott launched a seven-week graduate seminar titled The Art of Scientific Presentations where students learn...