Veranstaltungskalender

 
Workshop

[ONLINE-SEMINAR] Communicating science comprehensibly through visualizations (two-day)

Dienstag, 20. April 2021, 9:00-12:30
online

The workshop will be held in English and run for two days, on April 20 and 21, 2021 with a homework after the first day.

 

Scientific research is often difficult to comprehend for individuals both outside the respective discipline and academia in general, particularly if it is communicated solely in technical terms. However, in times in which it becomes ever more important for scientists to exchange information across disciplinary boundaries and with the public, it is vital that they know communication tools that help non-specialist audiences to gain a better understanding of their research. Given that humans generally process and store visual information (e.g. images, sketches) more effectively than text-based information, we focus on techniques that allow you to graphically present your research topics.

 

This virtual seminar introduces participants to basic design principles and methods. It is interactive: Teaching content alternates with practical phases as well as question and answer sessions.

 

In particular, the following topics are covered: 

• Basic design principles for visualizations

• Defining the essential aspects of your research: Finding your own core message

• Achieving more: Planning and sketching infographics 

• Paper, presentation, poster: Different aims and visual requirements

 

The workshop will be held in English and run for two days, on April 20 and 21, 2021 with a homework after the first day.

 

Technical requirements: To participate in this workshop, you need a stable internet connection, a webcam and a microphone. Participants will receive further detailed information regarding the online-platform prior to the workshop.


The workshop is open to doctoral researchers and postdocs at KIT who are KHYS members.

Kosten/ Zahlungsweise
50 Euro for members of KHYS (Please note: the participation fee will be collected by the National Institute for Science Communication (NaWik). You will thus receive a request for payment from NaWik before the event.)
Referent/in
Johanna Barnbeck, Chris Spatschek
NaWik
Veranstalter
Dr. Stefan Götze
Karlsruhe House of Young Scientists (KHYS)
Karlsruher Institut für Technologie (KIT)
Straße am Forum 3
76131 Karlsruhe
Tel: +49 721 608-46186
Fax: +49 721 608-46222
E-Mail: weiterbildung does-not-exist.khys kit edu
https://www.khys.kit.edu
Teilnehmerzahl
12
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