Alan Alda Center for Communicating Science

Based at Stony Brook University, the Alan Alda Center for Communicating Science offers professional development programs, a master's program in science communication, and resources to help scientists and those in science-related fields develop communication skills for a wide variety of audiences.

Penn State University: Science Communication Program

"The Science Communication Program (SCP) in the Donald P. Bellisario College of Communications supports research and innovation that advance our understanding and implementation of effective communication related to science issues. The goals of the SCP reflect the aspiration that scientific advancements achieve broader positive social impacts, an aspiration that is manifesting itself across Penn State,

George Mason University: Science Communication Program

"George Mason University’s Science Communication Program is a hub of cutting-edge research and graduate education centered on science communication theory and practice. We examine how effective communication shapes interest, attitudes, discourse, and engagement toward a host of contentious science issues and among a variety of stakeholders."

Public Voices Fellowships

"The OpEd Project’s Public Voices Fellowship is a national initiative first piloted at Yale, Stanford, and Princeton Universities, and now rolling out in partnership with top universities and foundations across the nation." The fellowship is a one-year program designed to increase the public impact of top academics. It is customized for women and underrepresented thought

Applied Science Communication: Online and Media Writing

"This 15 credit Applied Science Communication: Online and Media Writing module will introduce you to science writing techniques that are suitable for non-academic audiences. It will explore key writing structures and key principles behind non-academic writing with an emphasis on online writing. "A student-centred approach will be taken throughout this online module, and while the

Voices for Science – American Geophysical Union

The Voices for Science program provides scientists interested in science communications and outreach with specialized training to hone their skills. Throughout the 12-month program, participants work directly with AGU staff to conduct regular outreach activities with a variety of audiences in their local communities. The program also includes participation at AGU's fall meeting, with expenses

Science Communication Course – EdX

"This course explains why science communication is important and what it looks like in practice. It also teaches you the basic concepts and fundamental skills you need to master science communication yourself. The course explores research-based, practical ideas and inspiring stories from the field based on conversations with over fifty expert interviewees worldwide, including best-selling

Washington University: Science Communication Credential

Training/credential program for STEM Ph.D. students at this university. "Students who participate in the Science Communication Credential program will have the opportunity to develop, workshop, and publish communications products including articles, podcasts, and videos for a lay audience. They will improve their communication skills, receive feedback from skilled professionals, and gain understanding of the public-facing

Washington State University: Certificate in Research Communication

Graduate certificate focusing on communicating scientific research to the public. "The interdisciplinary certificate program emphasizes experiential learning along with lectures. The program includes courses in communications theory and techniques tailored specifically for science and engineering students. Students learn how to communicate with diverse audiences in a variety of formats, including face-to-face conversations, formal presentations, written