From microscope to megaphone: why scientists must speak up

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16 May, 4 pm, Laboratory Hall

Engagement and co-creation are new EU buzzwords, but many researchers are not ready for that. On the other hand the role of science communicators is redefined – people expect researchers who can communicate directly to them. So as researchers what is our role today and will ChatGPT replace us? Hear the perspective of Dr. Marko Kosicek from Croatia, who in 2008 became a celebrity in the world of FameLab by winning the first ever International Final. Discuss how his work for television, festivals and outreach activities adds value to the research of his research institute in Zagreb.

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Marko Kosicek is the Coordinator of Science Communication at the Ruđer Bošković Institute in Zagreb, where he leads outreach activities, organizes public engagement initiatives, and collaborates with schools, NGOs, and industry partners. With a background in chemistry, he spent a decade as a researcher studying the molecular mechanisms of Alzheimer’s disease before shifting his focus to science communication. His passion for engaging the public led him to win the Croatian and international FameLab competition, host the popular science TV show Third Element, and play a key role in major outreach events like the Science Festival, Science Picnic, and Researchers’ Night. He was awarded the State Award for Popularisation and Promotion of Science in 2014. From 2018 to mid-2020, he was Chief Advisor at the Ministry of Science and Education of the Republic of Croatia.

 

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Дата / Date

16 May

Начален час / Start

14.30

Място / Venue

Sofia Tech Park, Laboratory Hall

Език / Language

Bulgarian, English

Подходящо за / Suitable for

adults, Age 13-18