European Summer School on Science Communication 2019
July 29 – August 02, 2019, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
So why should you join?
Science plays a crucial role in shaping our world, but effectively communicating research beyond the academic sphere is more important than ever. In an era of information overload, strong science communication helps build trust, engage diverse audiences, and ensure that evidence-based knowledge informs public discussions. The European Summer School brings together young scientists to explore innovative ways of sharing their work, making complex ideas accessible, and fostering meaningful dialogue. Join us to gain practical skills, connect with like-minded researchers, and become a more confident and impactful science communicator.
The ES3C brings together young scientists to give them an idea on how to communicate their science.
TOPICS
The European Summer School on Science Communication covers a broad range of topics. In addition all participants will start a science communication project.
APPLICATION
Application to the ES3C 2019 is closed.
Program
July 29, 2019
09:00 – 09:45
09:45 – 10:30
10:30 – 11:00
11:00 – 12:30
12:30 – 14:00
14:00 – 16:00
16:00 – 16:30
16:30 – 18:00
18:30
July 30, 2019
09:00 – 10:30
10:30 – 11:00
11:00 – 12:30
12:30 – 14:00
14:00 – 16:00
16:00 – 16:30
16:30 – 18:00
July 31, 2019
09:00 – 10:30
10:30 – 11:00
11:00 – 12:30
12:30 – 14:00
14:00 – 16:00
16:00 – 16:30
16:30 – 18:00
August 01, 2019
09:00 – 10:30
10:30 – 11:00
11:00 – 12:30
12:30 – 14:00
14:00 – 18:00
18:30
August 02, 2019
09:00 – 10:30
10:30 – 11:00
11:00 – 12:30
12:30 – 14:00
14:00 – 16:00
Lecturers
The European Summer School on Science Communication will feature experienced science communicators who will cover a broad range of science communication formats.
Sasa Ceci is a Croatian physicist specializing in hadron physics and particle physics. He is a Senior Research Associate at the Ruđer Bošković Institute in Zagreb, Croatia, where he contributes to the field of experimental physics. Sasa completed his Ph.D. at the same institute between 2003 and 2007, followed by a postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Georgia from 2007 to 2008, before returning to the Ruđer Bošković Institute.
Beyond his research endeavors, Dr. Ceci is actively involved in science communication. He co-hosted Treci Element (“The Third Element”), a Croatian television program aimed at popularizing science and making complex scientific topics accessible to the general public.
Tobias Maier is a science communication professional with a PhD in biochemistry and a decade-long background in academic research. In 2015, he joined the National Institute for Science Communication in Germany, where he serves as the head of seminars and training. In this role, Tobias conducts workshops and seminars for scientists, focusing on foundational science communication, social media engagement, and strategies for effectively communicating science to non-specialist audiences.
Tijana Prodanovic is an astrophysicist and science communicator. She graduated in 2001 from the University of Belgrade, Department of Astronomy, with a major in astrophysics. In 2006, she obtained a PhD in astrophysics from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where she was twice awarded the Excellent Teachers Award. Since 2006, she has been working at the Department of Physics, University of Novi Sad, where she is currently an associate professor.
Tijana is actively involved in science communication, having organized programs for the Novi Sad Science Festival and the Researchers’ Night in Novi Sad. She has also participated in projects like FameLab to promote public engagement with science.
Philipp Schrögel is a science communication researcher and practitioner with a background in physics. He earned his diploma in physics from the University of Erlangen-Nuremberg, specializing in radiation and medical physics.
He is affiliated with the Institute for Technology Futures at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) in Germany, where he focused on science communication, particularly in dialogue and participation, citizen science, creative forms of science communication, art and science collaborations, science comics, and serious gaming.
Matthias Schwaighofer is an Austrian creative professional specializing in digital art, photography, and 3D printing. Operating under the moniker Schwaighofer Art, he produces a wide range of creative content, blending artistic vision with technical expertise.
Matthias actively shares his knowledge through online platforms. On his YouTube channel he provides tutorials and insights into his creative processes. He showcases his latest works and behind-the-scenes content online, engaging a broad audience with his artistic journey.
He is responsible for the layout and design of various science communication campaigns, especially Hessen schafft Wissen.
Sascha Vogel is a theoretical physicist and science communicator, with a background in nuclear and particle physics. His career started in science, then he went to science management and ended up in science communication. He founded an agency for science communication, which successfully runs projects and workshops since 2019.
As a trainer and speaker, Sascha specializes in science communication, presentations and career development.
With years of experience in academic research, industry, and public engagement, Sascha understands both the scientific and communication challenges researchers face. His workshops equip participants with practical tools and strategies to enhance their communication skills, whether for conferences, media interactions, or public outreach.
Lena Weitz works as a Social Media Manager in the Public Relations Department at GSI in Darmstadt, Germany. In her role, she manages several social media channels, contributes to web content, and organizes events to engage the public and scientific community.
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