From Research to Policy: Nuts & Bolts of Effective Communication (28 Oct, 5-7pm)
The ZERO Institute warmly invites you to its inaugural policy event on Monday 28th October, 5-7pm, at Somerville College. Spaces are limited, so please register your place ASAP using the following link: forms.office.com/e/XrrivKXiJs. Welcome drinks served from 5pm, event begins at 5:30pm.
“From Research to Policy: Nuts and Bolts of Effective Communication,” features two editors from Nature Portfolio’s magazine editorial, who will share their expertise and insights on scientific research and impactful commentary and opinion.
The ability to communicate complex research in a clear, compelling way is an essential skill for today’s researchers. In a free-wheeling conversation, Subhra Priyadarshini and Ehsan Masood will dive into the strategies and techniques that turn scientific findings into persuasive, accessible narratives for diverse audiences — from policymakers to the public.
Key topics will include:
* Crafting evidence-backed arguments
* The importance of explaining technical concepts without losing meaning
* Knowing your audience
* Tailoring content for different platforms.
Attendees will also gain valuable tips on pitching research-based opinion articles to media outlets and how to think about and structure policy-relevant articles that are useful to decision-makers.
The discussion will be followed by a question-and-answer session.
Whether you’re a researcher aiming to broaden the impact of your work, a policymaker looking to engage researchers, or a communicator seeking to improve how you incorporate research, this event will offer you practical tools to bridge the gap between research and its communication.
The event is brought to you by OICSD in collaboration with Nature Portfolio, The ZERO Institute – University of Oxford – and the Oxford Climate Research Network (OCRN).
Date:
28 October 2024, 17:00 (Monday, 3rd week, Michaelmas 2024)
Venue:
Margaret Thatcher Centre
Speakers:
Subhra Priyadarshini (Nature Portfolio magazine editorial),
Ehsan Masood (Nature Portfolio magazine editorial)
Organising department:
Smith School of Enterprise and the Environment
Organisers:
Lucy Polson (The ZERO Institute - University of Oxford),
Neeraj Sheyte (Oxford India Centre for Sustainable Development)
Organiser contact email address:
lucy.polson@smithschool.ox.ac.uk
Host:
Dr Radhika Khosla (University of Oxford)
Booking required?:
Required
Booking url:
https://forms.office.com/e/XrrivKXiJs
Cost:
Free
Audience:
Public
Editors:
Neeraj Shetye,
Lucy Polson
