For a researcher, engaging in science communication is quite a balancing act: as a scientist you want to be complete and extremely nuanced while reaching out to a broader audience requires short(er) and direct communication. SciMingo helps researchers to find the right balance - to appeal to the public without renouncing yourself or your research. Like flamingos, masters of balance.
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“The short video production with Science Figured Out is one of the most enriching experiences I've had as a PhD researcher. The team provided us a voice to craft a story about our research and made them accessible to the general public."
"The response I got for my victory at the PhD Cup was really tremendous. I can only recommend the competition. The PhD Cup is really a wonderful initiative with a top organisation. It ensures that science finds its way to the public a little more, something we all benefit from."
"Try and fail, but never fail to try. With this in mind, I took part in the Flemish Thesis Prize. When such an attempt results in success, you get an indescribable feeling of appreciation. The Thesis Prize opened doors that I did not even know existed."
"The PhD Cup is much more than a competition. During the media training you are given valuable tools to communicate about your research. Although the training focuses on clear communication for a broad audience, my presentations, grant applications, and research proposals have also improved enormously thanks to the PhD Cup."
