Delivering Science: Effective Communication Skills to Become a Successful Scientist

Friday, October 30, 2015: 1:30 PM-3:00 PM
Chesapeake 11 (Gaylord National Resort And Convention Center)
Chair:
Mónica Feliú-Mójer, Science Outreach Program Manager, iBiology
Presenters:
Liz Neeley, MA, Assistant Director of Science Outreach, University of Washington and Amy Vashlishan-Murray, PhD, Assistant Professor, Emerson College

Description: Effective communication skills are essential to scientists being successful. Scientists give talks, write papers and proposals; they must communicate with peers, students, policy makers, and the general public. This session will discuss strategies and resources to help attendees become better communicators and how effective communication skills can support professional advancement.