The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) is hosting their regional research funding workshop at The University of Texas at San Antonio titled “Enhancing the Participation of Basic Research Investigators and Physician Scientists in the Biomedical Workforce”.  This two-day workshop is free and open to physician-scientist, as well as early-stage and mid-career basic research investigators. The workshop will provide research funding information from several Institutes at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) including (1) NIAID, (2) National Institute…

AAAS Communicating Science- Professional Development Sessions Science Communication and Public Engagement Fundamentals Seminar The flagship Science Communication and Public Engagement Fundamentals module focuses on the core components of successful public engagement. Participants are introduced to the AAAS public engagement framework, a guide they can apply to all kinds of interactions. Participants learn how to identify a public engagement goal, determine the relevant audience, craft tailored messages to achieve their goal and rehearse their engagement scenario. Location: JPL Assembly Room (JPL…

AAAS Communicating Science- Professional Development Sessions Engaging the Public with Social Media The Engaging the Public with Social Media module covers the latest research on use of social media, including why and how scientists can use it to engage, an introduction to using Twitter, and best practices for engaging in online conversations and using social media metrics. Participants identify their goal and audience and develop sample tweets. Location: Faculty Center Large Conference Room (JPL 4.04.12C) >> To register