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"We all have something to contribute to the enterprise of science and technology." - Ann Grand

Join hosts Emma and Felice as they chat with Dr Ann Grand, Adjunct Associate Professor in Science Communication at UWA and Lead Research Fellow and Policy ​Analyst ​at ​the ​National ​Coordinating ​Centre ​for ​Public ​Engagement in the UK. Discover the evolution of public engagement in science, the importance of collaborative research, and how science cafés foster open dialogue. Ann shares her insights on the significance of identity in science, the role of science communication in education, and the power of community-driven projects. Ann’s experience with Open University’s astrobiology unit offers an example of the importance of integrating ethics and societal perspectives into scientific discussions.

Shining light on engaged research, where collaboration with various communities leads to richer insights and better science!

Episode Links:   

• Science Communication at UWA


• National Coordinating Centre for Public Engagement


• Science Communication Unit at UWE Bristol

This episode was brought to you by:

• Episode Hosts: Emma Gill, Felice Ng       


• Special Guest: Dr Ann Grand


• Produced by: Emma Gill, Felice Ng 


• Audio editing: Ximena Shaw, Guanyu Zhai    


• Show notes: Emma Gill, Ximena Shaw


• Sponsored by UWA Grand Challenges: Make a Difference Impact Grant  

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Keywords:

Science Communication, Public Engagement, Engaged Research, Science Identity, Collaborative Research, Science Cafes, Astrobiology Education, Inclusive Science, Dialogue in Science, Community Involvement, Science Curriculum, Knowledge Sharing, Science Identity, Public Understanding Of Science, Science And Technology, Science Education, National Coordinating Centre For Public Engagement, University Of Western Australia, Open Science