Click on the links for upcoming international conferences, webinars, calls for papers and courses in science engagement.
- Calls for papers and proposals
- Courses / Events
- Conferences, webinars, meetings
- Jobs / Calls for tenders
- Grants & funding
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1. Calls for applications, papers and proposals
The award honors initiatives that enhance science communication through professional development, infrastructure, and public recognition while elevating the profession's prestige and culture. Entries are open untill 3 March 2025 for PSCT members. The award will be announced at the conference in Aberdeen, 27-29 May 2025.
Our sister network in South America, calls for proposals to present papers at their Congress, deadline: 28 February. The Congress will take place 9-13 September in Puebla, Mexico.
2. Courses/Events
Would you like to share your research with a general audience, but you don't know where to start? In this online training, we guide you through the process, from idea to publication. Part 1 on 7 March. Part 2 on 27/28 March or 3/4 April.
Using ChatGPT for Communications
This workshop provides a comprehensive introduction to ChatGPT, focusing on its use for communication and content creation. Join either on 18 March or 19 June!
L-STEAM Summer School 2025 - 6-11 July 2025
Can you imagine theatre practices, designed to deepen student engagement, and learning in STEAM fields? Would you like to engage your students in exploring STEM subjects through activities like theatre performances, or musical performances based on scientific concepts? L-STEAM project helps you develop and adapt competence-based teaching-strategies that promote Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics
Creative Science Communication and Public Engagement - entry year 2025/26
Creative Science Communication and Public Engagement will support you to develop your creative ideas into viable projects. The module will help you to devise and plan creative science communication and public engagement projects informed by and grounded in the key concepts, theories and research at the forefront of the field, as well as your own professional reflective practice.
Applied Science Communication: Online and Media Writing, anytime, online
This 7 module online course introduces 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.
Infomedic Management OpenWHO, anytime, online
Learn about Infomedics, that overflow of information surging on digital platforms during an acute health event. The World Health Organization has put together a series of courses to help you manage infomedics and avoid spreading misinformation.
Science Communication, anytime, email course
SciComm Society is offering a free course to help you get started with science communication; discover ways to reach an audience beyond your peers; share your research in new ways that stand out; and generate endless SciComm content ideas.
Inspiring young people in STEM, anytime, online
The National STEM Learning Centre of the UK put together a series of four courses on the platform Future Learn. This programme aims to help students develop their volunteering skills and STEM activities for young people. Courses are free and you can join at any time. More information and registration can be found on the website.
Science Communications, anytime, online
It’s a comprehensive science communication MOOC on edX - online, free and open to all. The course explores research-based, practical ideas and inspiring stories from the field based on conversations with over 50 expert interviewees worldwide.
3. Conferences, webinars and meetings
The PCST Network is delighted to announce the PCST Symposium 2025, taking place from 11–13 November in Tokyo, Japan. This exciting event is hosted by the Japan SciCom Forum (JSF) and will focus on the strategic development of science communication and public engagement across Asia.
Discover groundbreaking research, innovative ideas, and transformative global leaders from academia, business, politics, the media, and civil society, and the 2025 Falling Walls Science Breakthroughs of the Year Laureates. Mark the dates: 7-9 November, 2025 in Berlin!
PCST 2025, 27 - 29 May 2025, Aberdeen, Scotland
The theme for PCST 2025 has never been more relevant - focusing on transitions, traditions and tensions. In light of the challenges facing the world caused by the climate emergency, the University of Aberdeen will provide a platform in order to discuss the importance of science communication.
Citizen Science and Climate Resilience – Webinar Double Bill
Nesta is holding the next IMPETUS webinar online on the topic of Citizen Science and Climate Resilience. This next topic is a double bill, with the first part on Wednesday, 26th February 2025 – 12:30 – 2:30 GMT – specifically focused on how citizen science is being used to understand and monitor urban extreme heat. The second part is a week later on Wednesday 5th March 12:30 – 13:30 GMT on the benefits of citizen science for water management.
Join museum professionals across Europe as they give their expertise on topics close to the museum community covering topics such as 'Museum action for climate empowerment' and 'Cross-border cooperation'. Webinars are live and recorded.
4. Jobs / Calls for tenders
Community and Partnership Lead - NSWA (North Saskatchewan Watershed Alliance), Edmonton, Canada - 26 February, 2025
Diversity & Inclusion Officer - CERN (European Organization for Nuclear Research), Geneva, Switzerland, 27 February, 2025
Festival Operations Officer - British Science Association, Liverpool, UK - 3 March, 2025
Various Roles (Student opportunities) - CERN (European Organization for Nuclear Research), Geneva, Switzerland - 3 March, 2025
Immersive Media Developer - CERN (European Organization for Nuclear Research), Geneva, Switzerland, 3 March, 2025
Science and Technology Writer - CERN (European Organization for Nuclear Research), Geneva, Switzerland, 13 March, 2025
Programme Coorinator - AWS (Alliance for Water Stewardship), home-based/remote - 17 March, 2025
Student Internship - Science about Science, London, United Kingdom
Science communicator (internship for students) - Scienseed, Madrid, Spain; rolling basis
5. Grants and funding
First BioAgora Cascade Funding Call: Capacity Development Initiatives at the Science-Policy-Society Interface (SPSI), deadline 27 January 2024
As part of the Horizon Europe programme, this funding aims to empower scientists, policymakers, and societal actors with the skills and capacities needed to enhance collaboration and address critical biodiversity challenges.
SP-Event-Funding for events promoting science, Innoviris, deadline 15 February 2025
Would you like to organise an event to promote science to children, young people or the general public? Do you want to attract young people in Brussels to STEM fields of study and careers, or encourage a scientific culture in Brussels? The SP-Event funding opportunity finances your temporary science promotion events such as exhibitions, competitions, shows, festivals, etc.