Erich Sohn

When we are discussing something controversial or otherwise difficult like vaccines, it can be challenging to know where to begin. Emotion, culture, context, past experiences, among many other factors, can play a part in this. It can also depend on what one is attempting to achieve with a discussion. Are you trying to change the […]

Publication Details: Why I Chose This Paper: Understanding public trust in scientists is crucial for science communicators. This paper offers a large-scale, global perspective on trust dynamics, providing actionable insights to enhance engagement and address skepticism. The Larger Issue: Trust in Science Public trust in scientists is essential for effective decision-making and policy implementation to […]

Have you ever had one of those days where you think, “There has to be a word for this”? Now imagine, you pick up a dictionary and find that it’s in a language you can’t understand. You move on to the next one and, thankfully, you can read it, but instead of a word you […]

Imagine standing in front of a packed auditorium, your groundbreaking research condensed into a PowerPoint presentation. As you begin to speak, you notice eyes glazing over, attention wandering. Sound familiar? Don’t worry – you’re not alone. Many of us struggle to convey the excitement and importance of our work to non-specialists. But what if you […]

A new online tool allows anyone to discover and compare public engagement training programs to meet their academic or professional needs. This resource, called the Training Initiatives for Scientists in Public Engagement (TISPE) Dashboard, is an interactive tool meant to compile and categorize the public engagement training opportunities that exist around the country. Who Can Use […]