The history of science communication methods and their evolution over time
Learn about how science communication has evolved as a methodology over the course of history. What was SciComm like in ages past?
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Dr. Miguel Balbin
May 10, 20227 min read
What does it mean to be a science communicator?
What is a science communicator? Where do they work? How do you become one? Let's unpack this one topic at a time!
Dr. Miguel Balbin
Nov 23, 20218 min read
Top 5 Science Communication Podcasts
Podcasts about science communication are all about practicing what you preach. Check out our top 5 picks for the best SciComm podcasts!
Dr. Miguel Balbin
Sep 28, 20216 min read
Best examples of graphical abstracts
Graphical abstracts are a great way to provide a visual summary for your research. Check out our top contenders for the best ones!
Dr. Miguel Balbin
Sep 7, 20212 min read
Best scientific poster templates for PowerPoint
Need to whip up a scientific poster for an upcoming conference? Check out our beautiful templates to get you started!
Dr. Miguel Balbin
Aug 2, 20211 min read
How to gauge your research impact: the SciComm Checklist
Looking to raise the impact of your scientific research? Test how well you're communicating yourself to the world with our SciComm Checklist
Dr. Tullio Rossi
Jul 5, 20212 min read
How to make your scientific poster an interactive PDF
Interactive posters and ePosters are a growing trend in academia, with many conferences going online! Add interactivity to your next poster.
Dr. Tullio Rossi
Apr 14, 20213 min read
How to Add a Customised QR Code to Your Scientific Poster
Direct your reader to the ‘next step’ with a QR code.
What’s more: making a customised, permanent QR is free and easy.
Dr. Tullio Rossi
Mar 9, 20213 min read
Which Fonts to Use on Your Scientific Poster
Choosing the right font (A.K.A. typeface) for your scientific poster is all about two things: readability and style. But with thousands...
Dr. Tullio Rossi
Jan 18, 20214 min read
How to Select a Great Colour Scheme for Your Scientific Poster
Making an effective scientific poster is about standing out from the crowd and presenting your hard work in the best light. But choosing...
Dr. Tullio Rossi
Nov 17, 20207 min read
How to Choose the Best Layout for Your Scientific Poster
Here’s everything you need to know about how to achieve a great user experience with your scientific poster layout.
Dr Flynn Slattery
Oct 2, 20191 min read
Free Infographic Résume Template for Academics
Use our free academic infographic resume template and make and stand out from the crowd.
Dr. Tullio Rossi
Mar 29, 20193 min read
How to explain your research without getting blank stares at your next dinner party
Every researcher dreads that moment. The moment you realise you’ve become THAT person. The person at the dinner table who provokes polite...
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Mar 14, 20191 min read
Welcome to SciCommLand
Published a paper? Now navigate the perils and promise of SciCommLand! #SciComm
Dr. Tullio Rossi
Feb 27, 201812 min read
How to Design an Award-Winning Scientific Conference Poster
Several people already won poster awards thanks to these guidelines. It is your time to design a killer poster and shine!
Dr. Tullio Rossi
Feb 5, 20183 min read
How to use Twitter at Conferences
Chances are that the last conference you attended had a Twitter hashtag, something like #AYS2017. It’s not only smart advertising on...
Dr. Tullio Rossi
Dec 8, 20171 min read
Your Research is Valuable to the World. You Just Need to Share It!
The ideas are flowing, the research is exciting and you have numerous papers being published. BUT, none of it is getting recognised....
Dr. Zoe Doubleday
Nov 20, 20174 min read
Learn How to Make Your Scientific Writing Tasty With Ingredient X
Peer-reviewed papers are the currency of science. They are the basis upon which we trade and record knowledge. They are our stamps of...
Dr. Tullio Rossi
Jul 26, 20174 min read
The Evolution of Academic Success: from “Publish or Perish” to “Visible or Vanish”
It used to be that scientists like ourselves put our minds to task, spent countless hours in our labs, and finally, after many long...
Dr. Tullio Rossi
Jul 7, 20173 min read
Five Ways to Boost your Research Impact and Altmetric Score
A familiar story. . . Dr Smart is a successful scientist. She’s a hard worker and has been focusing on her research for years. Following...
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