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Covering basic science in not so basic ways
An experienced panel of journalists and public information officers (PIOs) convened at the Science Writers 2019 panel “Of mice and media: Rethinking how we cover basic science" to share insights and tips for reporting on basic sciences or early advances.
Nov. 15, 2019
When ideology or special interests hijack science topics
“Fight sticky myths with stickier facts,” suggested John Cook, a George Mason University cognitive scientist during a ScienceWriters2019 conference panel discussion titled "Science + Science Writing: When ideology or special interests hijack science topics.
Nov. 14, 2019
Tips for flourishing as a freelancer
Life as a freelance writer may appear alluring by virtue of its flexibility, but it’s also tough. At a ScienceWriters2019 session, “In the balance: Cobbling together a freelance career,” panelists discussed how they balance freelancing with other responsibilities, jobs and their families.
Nov. 14, 2019
Itching to travel? Here’s the scoop on getting a coveted reporting trip
Have you ever dreamed of having an editor assign you a reporting trip? A session at ScienceWriters2019 helped writers figure out how to pitch and plan an assignment that includes travel.
Nov. 13, 2019
Science, not Stigma: Navigating empowering language
The words and images we use to tell stories about the health of individuals and the groups to which they belong have the power to stigmatize or elevate them.
Nov. 12, 2019
How to find diverse sources in science communication — even on deadline
How do you find diverse sources in science communication — even on deadline? The first step to being inclusive is recognizing how many of your sources are white men
Nov. 11, 2019
How can we solve the diversity dearth in U.S. science writing?
Science journalism and science writing have a diversity problem, and solving that problem was the focus of the opening plenary session at the ScienceWriters2019 meeting.
Nov. 11, 2019
Data security for journalists: A brief introduction
In a packed room at ScienceWriters 2019, a panel of leading journalists and security experts discussed some of the most common security threats, and what journalists can do to limit their risks and exposure.
Nov. 10, 2019