Bridging Science and Story: Communicating Complex Ideas through Media

In a world where media shapes how we understand science, finding the right balance between accuracy and storytelling is key. How do you make complex scientific ideas engaging for a broad audience without oversimplifying? Join us for a lively discussion about blending science and media, navigating the academic publishing and science journalism worlds, and experiences and tips for turning research into stories that stick. Whether you’re into journalism, filmmaking, or just curious about how science stories get told in today’s world, this conversation will dive into how to bridge the gap between scientific insight and storytelling across different media platforms.

Scott Anderson has a degree in physics and mathematics and an abiding interest in biology. Scott has written several books on scientific breakthroughs including The Psychobiotic Revolution with John Cryan and Ted Dinan of University College Cork, published by National Geographic, as well as Human Embryonic Stem Cells with Dr. An…