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OCEANS 305

Scientific Communications: An Introduction

UNITS:1
GRADING:Letter or Credit/No Credit
LEVEL:Graduate
GER:—

Strong communication skills are essential for networking, collaborating, educating, and succeeding in a career as a scientist. In our cutting-edge course on scientific communication, Oceans graduate students will engage with the multifaceted world of effectively disseminating research. Kicking off with a roundtable discussion, "It All Starts from the Audience," we'll explore the foundations of impactful communication. From there, we delve into the essentials of writing and publishing scientific papers, mastering the art of oral presentations, lightning talks, and designing engaging posters for scientific conferences. Additionally, we'll uncover strategies for outreach and media engagement, providing insights on collaborating with journalists and communicating with the general public. The course culminates in a session on the intricacies of conducting peer reviews, ensuring a comprehensive skill set for all participants. Course will be held every other week.

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1 Term
Lecture 1Open
ID: 24589
0 / 10 enrolled
DAYS:Tuesday
TIME:3 PM – 4:50 PM
LOCATION:Y2E2 335
INSTRUCTOR:
De Leo, Giulio, Micheli, Fiorenza
1unit

OCEANS 305: Scientific Communications: An Introduction

1 units · Letter or Credit/No Credit

Strong communication skills are essential for networking, collaborating, educating, and succeeding in a career as a scientist. In our cutting-edge course on scientific communication, Oceans graduate students will engage with the multifaceted world of effectively disseminating research. Kicking off with a roundtable discussion, "It All Starts from the Audience," we'll explore the foundations of impactful communication. From there, we delve into the essentials of writing and publishing scientific papers, mastering the art of oral presentations, lightning talks, and designing engaging posters for scientific conferences. Additionally, we'll uncover strategies for outreach and media engagement, providing insights on collaborating with journalists and communicating with the general public. The course culminates in a session on the intricacies of conducting peer reviews, ensuring a comprehensive skill set for all participants. Course will be held every other week.

Offered in Spring 2027 at Stanford University.

Spring 2027 sections

  • Lecture — Tuesday 3:00 PM – 4:50 PM — Y2E2 335 — De Leo, Giulio, Micheli, Fiorenza (Graduate)

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