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miriam_e ([personal profile] miriam_e) wrote2004-07-06 03:28 pm

Science Communication in the Media

Oh man! :( I wish I could make it to Adelaide next week.

Science Communication in the Media: A panel discussion with Baroness Professor Susan Greenfield

Wednesday 14 July, 11am - 12.30pm

Adelaide, National Wine Centre (Room: de Castella's)

Why do scientists hate talking to the media?
How important is the communication of science information to the general community?
What are the differences in science and media agendas?
How can scientists and the media improve the way science information is communicated?

Adelaide's current Thinker in Residence, Baroness Professor Susan Greenfield, will lead a lively discussion on Science Communication in the Media. Representatives from the media, the scientific community and the State Government will discuss this important topic.

Members of the panel:

The Hon. Trish White, Minister for Science and Information Economy
Prof. Caroline McMillen, Professor of Physiology, University of Adelaide

Prof. Marcello Costa, Professor of Neurophysiology, Flinders University
Mr David Sly, Editor, Adelaide Review
Ms Liz Deegan, Deputy Editor, The Advertiser
Mr Ian Henschke, Stateline, ABC

Entry is free. Bookings essential.

For bookings and further information please contact: Dr Nicole Morcom,
Adelaide Research and Innovation: 08 8303 3388 or
nicole.morcom@adelaide.edu.au