“Go on, tell us a story!” – Using storytelling as a tool in science communication to enrich research culture.

The UCD Institute of Food and Health, the UCD Earth Institute, and the UCD Conway Institute—supported by funding from the UCD Research Culture ReCLAIM award scheme—are launching a new science communication training programme to upskill our research communities through storytelling.

Early career researchers (PhD students, MSc students, postdoctoral fellows, and research assistants) from across the three institutes are being invited to join the first cohort of this training programme.

The programme consists of three interactive online workshops, each lasting two hours, scheduled for May 7th, 14th, and 21st from 11 AM to 1 PM:

• Workshop 1: Led by leading science communicator, Dr Shaun O’Boyle, this session will explore the art of storytelling and teach participants how to craft engaging, accessible narratives with strong storytelling elements.
• Workshop 2: Delivered by award-winning graphic designer, Ruza Luko, this session will focus on visual communication and equipping participants with design skills to enhance their presentations with impactful visuals.
• Workshop 3: Returning to storytelling, Dr O’Boyle will guide participants in integrating their visual communication skills and developing innovative ways to share their research.

Following the training, participants will have the opportunity to apply their skills at various UCD events, promoting best practices and cross-disciplinary collaboration.

Participants must commit to all 3 workshop sessions. Registration for May workshops is by completing the online registration form here. 

This course will run again in the Autumn. Email: elaine.quinn@ucd.ie to pre-register interest for Autumn.