Summary |
In today's interconnected world, the role of
media in society is more important than ever, and science media is right in the
thick of it. Every week, science journalists write tens of thousands of
articles based on thousands of press releases for publications all around the
world—and that's just in English. What responsibilities do science journalists
have in explaining science, its impacts on society, and reporting about
scientists? And where does the scientist fit into this ecosystem of news, whom
the public often trusts more than journalists?
In this talk I'll explain this world from my perspective as a freelance science
writer based in Seoul. I'll break down some of my recent stories, how I wrote
them, and how scientists informed them. If you're interested in science
communication and journalism, this will hopefully be an introduction into how
the field works. Even if not, when a journalist calls you, you should have a
better sense of what the journalist is asking for, and what your rights are as
a source.
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