Nov
Two workshops with The Conversation
Are you a researcher or a PhD student interested in reaching a global audience with your work? Lund University offers all its researchers the opportunity to share their research with the world through the international news platform, The Conversation.
In this interactive workshop, The Conversation's science editor, Miriam Frankel, will guide you through The Conversation's background, goals, and editorial process. We will also discuss the importance of communicating your research to the public, including tips on style, tone, and structure with concrete examples. Additionally, we will explore how to pitch your ideas and different approaches to writing articles. Bring your ideas!
The workshop will be held from 10:00-12:00 (fully booked as of October 9) and 14:30-16:30. Please indicate your preferred time slot when registering.
Practical information
You will get the most out of your participation if you:
- Read some articles on The Conversation to get a sense of what they publish.
- Think about the type of articles you might be able to write.
Register by November 15th.
If you receive a confirmed spot but cannot attend, please cancel so that someone from the waiting list can take your place.
To register, contact Ellen Albertsdóttir, communications officer and contact person for The Conversation at Lund University, via email: ellen [dot] albertsdottir [at] fsi [dot] lu [dot] se (subject: The%20Conversation%20registration) (ellen[dot]albertsdottir[at]fsi[dot]lu[dot]se). With the added session, we now have plenty of available spots. The morning spot is fully booked.
Why write for The Conversation?
Writing for The Conversation is a unique opportunity to delve into popular science writing, distinct from conventional academic writing. Here, you will:
- Engage with a diverse and extensive audience.
- Collaborate closely with valued editors.
- Potentially achieve significant impact; previous participants have reported outcomes such as participation in international research projects and the publication of scientific articles.
- Cultivate valuable media contacts.
About The Conversation
The Conversation is a news analysis and opinion website with content written by academics working with professional journalists. It is an open access, independent media charity funded by more than 80 UK and European universities.
The Conversation – Staff pages
Online courses
If attending the workshop is not possible, it is recommended to explore the online courses offered by The Conversation. These short courses provide guidance on pitching and writing, as well as strategies for reaching non-academic audiences. Participants gain access to videos and texts that can be followed at their own pace. These training packages in journalistic writing are designed specifically for researchers at affiliated member universities.
About the event
Location:
210, Botanical Museum
Target group:
Researchers, PhD students
Language:
English
Contact:
ellen [dot] albertsdottir [at] fsi [dot] lu [dot] se