Previous #SciComm research has established that trust in sources is key to effective science communication. But what about when we add AI in the mix? In our new Bite, researchers found differences in how information from AI versus medical experts was perceived. scicommbites.org/does-informa...

Does Information Source Matter in Health Communication? A Public Perspective - SciCommBites

Ok, so we've all been guilty of consulting Dr. Google for health advice at some point. However, if a google search pulls up advice from a health expert or a generative AI, which sources are most likel...

scicommbites.org

So happy to see new research featured in JCOM in @scicommbites.bsky.social - see scicommbites.org/does-informa... - by @selinaabeckmann + @elena-link + @bachl.bsky.social

Does Information Source Matter in Health Communication? A Public Perspective - SciCommBites

Ok, so we've all been guilty of consulting Dr. Google for health advice at some point. However, if a google search pulls up advice from a health expert or a generative AI, which sources are most likel...

scicommbites.org

What makes a science post go viral? Anika Zaman's latest Bite looks at a new review of 1,200 high-performing science posts, finding four key takeaways. Read about them here: scicommbites.org/why-some-sci...

Why Some Science Posts Go Viral - SciCommBites

Linguistic and cultural factors come into play as science communication takes to social media.

scicommbites.org

In our latest bite, Elien Van Clemen looks back at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic to a time of rampant mRNA misinformation. As officials corrected concerns, did they unintentionally undermine some people's trust? Click below to learn what researchers found. scicommbites.org/myth-busting...

Myth‑Busting Misfire: Collateral Damage in mRNA Vaccine Corrections - SciCommBites

When health communications can have unintended consequences.

scicommbites.org

H/T to @scicommbites.bsky.social, who covered this article bsky.app/profile/scic...

SciCommBites@scicommbites.bsky.social · last yr.

Did you see the #SciCommBites post by Elena Reiriz Martínez?⁠ From 2015–2022, basic research was covered just as much as applied in EurekAlert! press releases. Read at scicommbites.org! 🧪 #scicomm 📷 for featured image: buff.ly/IKPgoaX ⁠ [image description: typewriter with a paper saying "News"]

How can we apply science communication theory to emerging science, like marine energy research? Brita Kilburg-Basnyat's first Bite details how one initiative constructed a #SciComm framework to answer the question. scicommbites.org/connecting-o...

Connecting Oceans to Audiences: How to Communicate Marine Energy Well - SciCommBites

Paper Title: A Framework for Effective Science Communication and Outreach Strategies and Dissemination of Research Findings for Marine Energy Projects. Author(s) and Year:Cailene M. Gunn, Alicia M. Am...

scicommbites.org

The COVID-19 pandemic sparked the question of whether students could learn from virtual labs in place of in-person experience. In Katelyn Miyasaki's first Bite, a study found virtual labs boost motivation and interest in biology—but might not replace the real thing. scicommbites.org/virtual-labs...

Virtual Labs Support Cell Biology Laboratory Learning - SciCommBites

Can virtual simulations turn your home office into the lab bench?

scicommbites.org

AI is everywhere, and it's increasingly cementing a presence in science. But could AI as an interface between scientists and the public make people trust science more? In her first Bite, Anika Zaman looks into a recent study that tries to answer that question. scicommbites.org/can-ai-make-...

Can AI Make Science More Trustworthy? - SciCommBites

"Can AI not only simplify research papers, but also strengthen how people perceive the scientists behind them?"

scicommbites.org

A problem like climate change can seem overwhelming, which makes it only more important to combat that doom with a sense of hope in our messaging. Learn more in our latest Climate Memo by Katie Russell. scicommbites.org/climate-memo...

Climate Memo 5 – Tangibility: Build Hope Through Self-Efficacy - SciCommBites

To combat overwhelming feelings, provide audiences ways to make positive impacts.

scicommbites.org

Really fun read!!

SciCommBites@scicommbites.bsky.social · 5mo ago

In Zoё Chernova’s first article for #SciCommBites, we explore a study that documents how humor is used in scientific articles. “Perhaps humour should be taken more seriously – for it can be one of the greatest bridges from science to people outside academia.” scicommbites.org/chuckle-gigg...

In Zoё Chernova’s first article for #SciCommBites, we explore a study that documents how humor is used in scientific articles. “Perhaps humour should be taken more seriously – for it can be one of the greatest bridges from science to people outside academia.” scicommbites.org/chuckle-gigg...

Chuckle, giggle, snicker, grin: let us delve the humour in - SciCommBites

"...After all, what unites us more than the ability to laugh?"

scicommbites.org

Did you ever participate in a science fair? Ceren Tunçer's new bite (the first of our 2026 cohort!) takes a look at a study from researchers Soumaiya Imarraine and Nicole Ortiz about how science fairs can make careers in science more accessible to diverse audiences. scicommbites.org/getting-hand...

Getting hands-on with brain research in a suburban town: assessment of a science fair through structural barriers - SciCommBites

Overcoming structural barriers by way of inclusive science communication.

scicommbites.org

Does hearing about climate change make you angry? Hopeful? Inspired? Loujain Kiki’s new Climate Memo explores the importance of getting audiences emotionally engaged when crafting strategies for climate action, which can include both negative and positive framing. scicommbites.org/memo-4-on-fr...

Climate Memo 4 – Framing: To Motivate Action, Speak to Audience Emotions - SciCommBites

Emotional engagement—balancing hope and urgency, grounded in personal stories and clear action steps—is the key to transforming climate awareness into meaningful action.

scicommbites.org

We’re thrilled to officially introduce the 2026 SciCommBites Author Cohort! This talented group of writers is ready to bring you another year of accessible, engaging bites of science communication research. scicommbites.org/announcing-t...

Announcing the 2026 SciCommBites Cohort - SciCommBites

Say hello to the 2026 Author Cohort and new SciCommBites admin team members!

scicommbites.org

In 2025, @scicommbites.bsky.social published 40 posts about 12 scicomm topics across 11 science fields! TL;DR: 🌡️ Climate is the hottest (topic 🙂) 💊 Interest in medical outreach declined post-covid 🌠 First bites about math and space 📚 Storytelling and narratives got x4 more popular shorturl.at/VCRhA

SciCommBites Wrapped: A 2025 Digest of Science and Society Research - SciCommBites

Nik highlights key patterns and emerging themes at SciCommBites from the 40 posts we published in 2025.

shorturl.at

Our 2025 here at SciCommBites was an amazing year of new #scicomm posts, so @nikkliapets.bsky.social took the time to look at the data! Read our 2025 wrapped here, and stay on the lookout for more in 2026 ⭐️ scicommbites.org/scicommbites...

Did you know that when @nytimes.com covered the moon landing in 1969, they chose to report on the story using poetry and cultural criticism? Read @nikkliapets.bsky.social's latest Beyond to dive into the topic of science communication beyond mere factual reporting. scicommbites.org/talking-to-t...

Talking to the Moon: Is The New York Times’ Creative Coverage of the 1969 Apollo 11 Moonwalk Relevant for Space Race 2.0? - SciCommBites

In the return of Beyond the Research, Nik Kliapets revisits NYT's media coverage of the Apollo 11 moonwalk and considerations for scicomm today.

scicommbites.org

📰 Have you heard of science news being reported through poetry, satire & art? The NYT did it in 1969 to cover the Apollo 11 moonwalk. As we prepare to return to the Moon, at @scicommbites.bsky.social we analyzed the relevance of this science news innovation for the Space Race 2.0 👇 shorturl.at/kk501

Talking to the Moon: Is The New York Times’ Creative Coverage of the 1969 Apollo 11 Moonwalk Relevant for Space Race 2.0? - SciCommBites

In the return of Beyond the Research, Nik Kliapets revisits NYT's media coverage of the Apollo 11 moonwalk and considerations for scicomm today.

shorturl.at

Some science issues are prone to conspiracy theories, and YouTube’s algorithm can suck people in. Diego Ramírez Martín del Campo’s latest bite recounts a new publication that details how. scicommbites.org/the-rabbit-h...

The rabbit hole and the way out: escaping YouTube’s conspiracy theory echo chamber - SciCommBites

How forward facing social media, such as YouTube, can be a gateway for anti-scientific misinformation and conspiracy theories.

scicommbites.org

The Science Communication Trainers Network has recently launched their new website! Click below to check it out. www.sctn.online

Home

Mission The Science Communication Trainers Network (SCTN) connects science communication trainers with community and resources to thrive in our profession and strengthen the bonds between science and ...

sctn.online

Ever heard of a Science Slam? Elena Reiriz Martínez dives into the topic in her latest bite, discussing a new article about how they can help the public understand climate mobility. scicommbites.org/science-with...

Science with a spotlight: communicating climate mobility through science slams - SciCommBites

Science on the stage can influence audience perceptions of climate mobility.

scicommbites.org

It was really important for me when I joined SCB a few years ago to engage Spanish-speaking audiences in some way, shape, or form. I’m really happy to have worked with Diego on this translation. :)

SciCommBites@scicommbites.bsky.social · 8mo ago

We are delighted that our 2025 author Diego Ramírez Martín del Campo has translated to Spanish his bite on the dominance of English in SciComm, which has been published in Nexos! ciencia.nexos.com.mx/como-el-ingl...

We are delighted that our 2025 author Diego Ramírez Martín del Campo has translated to Spanish his bite on the dominance of English in SciComm, which has been published in Nexos! ciencia.nexos.com.mx/como-el-ingl...

Cómo el inglés convierte a la ciencia en una conversación privilegiada

El inglés se ha vuelto la llave de acceso a la ciencia global, pero también su primer filtro: encarece la participación y excluye a quienes no lo dominan. Este ensayo examina estas desigualdades y mue...

ciencia.nexos.com.mx

Thanks to @scicommbites.bsky.social for covering my work on how the public understands the *many* different sources of uncertainty in science! Check out the piece by @alexmusicwrites.bsky.social below. The original article can be found here: journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1... #scicomm

SciCommBites@scicommbites.bsky.social · 8mo ago

Science is uncertain. But the word "uncertain " means a lot of different things to a lot of different people. Read @alexmusicwrites.bsky.social's new bite to see how a new paper breaks down the public's understanding of scientific uncertainty.

Science is uncertain. But the word "uncertain " means a lot of different things to a lot of different people. Read @alexmusicwrites.bsky.social's new bite to see how a new paper breaks down the public's understanding of scientific uncertainty.

Uncertain times, uncertain science: How the public views scientific uncertainty - SciCommBites

Scientists break down uncertainty in subthemes to better understand and study public understanding of scientific uncertainty.

buff.ly

10 days left to apply to our 2026 cohort! If you want writing and editing experience and the chance to dive deeper into science communication research, this opportunity is for you! ⭐️

SciCommBites@scicommbites.bsky.social · 10mo ago

Exciting news! SciCommBites is officially accepting applications for authors for our 2026 cohort. Learn more below and apply by November 30! scicommbites.org/applications...

Can videos make it easier to promote science-backed behavior change? Mariella A. Mestres-Villanueva’s new bite says yes. scicommbites.org/employing-ed...

Employing Educational Videos to Promote Exercise and Healthy Aging in Older Adults - SciCommBites

A set of simple videos helped older adults feel empowered—not judged—to take charge of their health.

scicommbites.org

10 days left to apply to our 2026 cohort! If you want writing and editing experience and the chance to dive deeper into science communication research, this opportunity is for you! ⭐️

SciCommBites@scicommbites.bsky.social · 10mo ago

Exciting news! SciCommBites is officially accepting applications for authors for our 2026 cohort. Learn more below and apply by November 30! scicommbites.org/applications...

What makes people trust scientists, anyways? Julianna Goenaga’s new bite reveals that, for many, altruism may be more important than expertise. scicommbites.org/trust-me-im-...

“Trust me, I’m a doctor”: What makes people trust scientists - SciCommBites

Altruism could influence public trust in scientists more than credentials.

scicommbites.org

Science misinformation is a major problem, but Clark Hickman’s latest bite offers a community-informed solution. scicommbites.org/community-en...

Community Engagement is Vital When Combating Scientific Misinformation - SciCommBites

In the battle against misinformation, local leaders are a cornerstone to reaching historically marginalized communities.

scicommbites.org