1 research paper. 10 LinkedIn posts. If you've ever posted "Happy to share our paper was published" and wondered what to say next — you're not alone. 🧵

Science communicators: At what point does a useful technical term become jargon? We made a flowchart to help answer the question. Think we got it wrong? Tell us what you'd add, remove, or rewrite. #SciComm #AcademicSky #ScienceCommunication

Join SCoPE for a live session with the @openspace-project.org team! See how this free, open-source software turns real scientific data into compelling visual stories—from standard laptops to planetariums. 📅 Monday, June 15 ⏰ 1:00 PM ET Register to learn more: asu.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

“Steal the Look: Mourning Warbler” is genuinely smart science communication. They didn’t start with taxonomy. They started with curiosity. Interest first. Science later. That's the sequence that works. Every time. #scicomm

Most researchers spend years on a paper… then announce it in one sentence. That sentence is a fine start. But behind every publication is a much bigger story — failed attempts, unexpected findings, work that never made the abstract. Publication is the beginning of the conversation. 🧵 #scicomm

"I'm just not a good communicator." It's one of the most common things scientists say. And one of the most worth pushing back on.

If the Sun were the size of a basketball, the Earth would be a sesame seed. Scale comparisons are one of the most useful tools in science communication because they help people picture what the numbers actually mean. What’s a scale comparison that has stayed with you? #scicomm

When someone doubts your science, the instinct is to respond with more evidence. More data. More citations. More facts. But these conversations aren’t only about evidence. They’re about trust, identity, and feeling heard. Wrapping data in something human creates recognition before resistance.

The best #SciComm conversations rarely start with science. They start with curiosity. “What’s your favorite national park?” “What’s the coolest thing you’ve seen in nature?” Connection before communication. When you understand what people care about, science becomes something they can connect to

#SciComm shouldn’t start only when the stakes are highest. Too often, researchers are expected to communicate polished ideas before they’ve had space to practice. Communication is a skill, and skills need practice to improve. At SCoPE, we help researchers build communication skills in community 👇

Nobody wants the repair manual when they take their car to the mechanic. They want 3 things: What’s wrong. How long it’ll take. How much it’ll cost. Your audience is the same. Great #SciComm isn’t explaining everything. It’s knowing what matters most.

Only 1 in 3 Americans can name a living scientist. The issue isn’t fame. It’s proximity. When scientists show up in libraries, neighborhoods, and everyday conversations, science becomes part of everyday life. What inspired you to start sharing your science with the world? #SciComm

It’s not that people ignore science, they just don’t feel connected to it. That’s the real gap. When scientists communicate with clarity and trust, people don’t just understand the work, they connect with the humans behind it. What’s your biggest #SciComm challenge?

Try explaining your work like you would to a 10-year-old. One aurora researcher said: “I study colorful lights in the sky you can see from space.” Simple isn’t easy, but it reveals what really matters. Give it a try! Describe your work in 10 simple words 👇 #SciComm

USFWS nailed this #SciComm in this post: “Not all heroes wear capes. Some have carapaces.” They hook you first, then bring in the science (like lifting 80× their body weight) and why it matters. Are you earning attention before you explain your research?

Some of the biggest wins in research don’t happen in the lab. How you communicate your work can shape collaboration, funding, and visibility. When it’s supported more intentionally, it opens up new possibilities for impact. We wrote about this recently.

Progress doesn’t always look obvious! Some of the most important wins are quiet: 💬 a conversation that sharpened your thinking 💡 an explanation that finally clicked 👀 someone engaging with your work What’s one moment you’re proud of this week? #SciCommFridays

Ever feel stuck explaining your work to others? You’re not the only one! SCoPE is a space for scientists to learn, share, and collaborate on how to share their science effectively. Join our network: scope.asu.edu/profile-settings/

You don’t get better at explaining your work just by planning it. That’s the gap, most of us prepare it, but rarely practice it. Real progress comes from trying, seeing where people get stuck, getting feedback, and adjusting.

Sharing data isn’t the same as communicating it. Turning information into a story, and building relationships goes a long way in building trust. It’s a helpful shift from “How do I explain my work?” to “Who am I actually trying to connect with?” #SciCommFridays www.linkedin.com/posts/john-b...

Outreach changes when it stops explaining and starts involving. Allison Cusick reimagined sharing research as an experience—students in the field, testing ideas and seeing what holds. Good #SciComm opens space for curiosity and participation. And it doesn’t happen without support.

Broadcasting isn’t the goal. Pushing out facts is simple. Designing experiences where people participate, question, and see themselves in the work, that’s what makes outreach stick. That’s the shift. It’s what we build as a part of #BeyondResearch. #ScienceEngagement #SciComm

We don’t talk enough about how people experience science in everyday life. About 1 in 3 Americans don’t feel scientists’ work benefits them. That’s a big disconnect. Closing that gap starts with how we show up, listen, and connect with our communities. #SciCommFridays

Most elevator pitches don’t land for a simple reason: They start in the wrong place. The problem isn’t the science, it’s how you open. Where you begin changes how everything is understood. Where do you usually start when you explain your work? #SciComm

In our latest piece on investing in #SciComm, we kept coming back to one word: capacity. Real capacity doesn’t emerge by accident. It grows through practice and thoughtful feedback. Read more: www.linkedin.com/pulse/why-in... #HigherEd

Most departments put real resources into labs, equipment, and grant support. But #SciComm? Not so much. And you can feel it, in collaboration, in engagement, in how work is understood (or misunderstood). Communication skills don’t just develop on their own. They need structure.

Scientists don’t lack ideas for outreach. They often lack the support to act on them. Time. Resources. Partnerships. When those are in place, the work becomes more intentional, more creative, and more connected to real communities. Support shapes what becomes possible.

Why does the Moon look larger near the horizon? SCoPE awardee Corrine Rojas shares the Moon illusion and why it still puzzles scientists. We don’t always have the answer. That’s part of what makes this such a strong science communication moment www.linkedin.com/posts/activi...

The goal of communication isn’t to prove how much you know. It’s to help someone else understand. Communication improves when the audience — not the speaker — becomes the reference point. At SCoPE, we're building a place for scientists to practice and get thoughtful feedback.

What happens when scientists are actually supported in outreach? The impact goes far beyond research. One SCoPE Seed Grant awardee took a portable planetarium into local schools, linking ocean science with space. “It has changed my life… and children’s lives too.” #SciComm #STEMeducation

Most Americans can’t name a living scientist. The issue isn’t lack of interest. It’s lack of connection. In our latest piece, we argue that #SciComm should be treated as a core research skill, not an afterthought. Read more: www.linkedin.com/pulse/why-in... #PublicTrust

Researchers are expected to communicate with all kinds of audiences. But most of the support? Still informal or optional. What’s actually helped you improve how you talk about your work? #SciComm #HigherEd #ProfessionalDevelopment

I became a better communicator, and it ruined my career.” — Said no one ever. Getting better at #SciComm doesn’t pull you away from your research, it helps your research go further. Curious? Read more: www.linkedin.com/pulse/why-in... #ResearchImpact #HigherEd

“So what do you work on?” An easy question — until you have to answer it. Be concise. Be clear. Be compelling. All at once. That’s why we created the Elevator Pitch Toolkit. Start crafting your pitch today: scope.asu.edu/science-comm... #SciComm

How well do you understand your own work? Give it a 1–5. Now try explaining it in just two sentences. Research on the “illusion of explanatory depth” shows that confidence often drops after the first attempt at explaining. Putting ideas into words reveals the gaps. #SciCommFriday

Myth: Deep knowledge automatically leads to clear explanations. Reality: The more specialized you become, the easier it is to overlook what others don’t know. Clarity isn’t a byproduct of expertise, it comes from testing your message, getting feedback, and refining it over time. #SciComm

We often treat science communication as something that happens after the research. But clear communication across disciplines and communities isn’t optional, it’s part of the work. Too often, researchers must figure it out alone. This week, we’re exploring why #SciComm is more than visibility.

What’s hardest about your elevator pitch? A) Cutting jargon B) Making it memorable C) Making it relevant We designed our new (free) Elevator Pitch Toolkit around all three. scope.asu.edu/science-comm... #SciCommFriday

Science communication challenges rarely come from a lack of effort. More often, they come from a lack of support. Beyond Research is one way SCoPE supports teams in building shared communication practices. scope.asu.edu/beyond-research-overview/ #BeyondResearch #SCoPEconnects

🚀 The Elevator Pitch Toolkit is now live. Clear. Memorable. Relevant. If your message doesn’t hit those three marks, momentum stalls. This is the first in our new Science Communication Toolkit series and it's free! scope.asu.edu/science-comm... #SciComm

Being an effective science communicator isn’t about personality. It’s a skill set. Many scientists assume they’re “just not communicators,” when what they’re really missing is practice and support. With the right resources, sharing science can feel far less intimidating. #SCoPEconnects #SciComm

Sharing information can feel like the finish line. Understanding is where the work actually begins. #SciCommFriday #SCoPEConnects

#SciComm isn’t a one-and-done thing. You don’t learn it once and check a box. These skills grow with practice and time. What you build carries with you across roles, projects, and even sectors. By investing in these skills, you’re investing in tools you’ll keep using and adapting along the way.

How strong is your elevator pitch? If it relies on jargon, lacks something memorable, or doesn’t feel relevant, people tune out. Our first Science Communication Toolkit helps you fix that! Launching next week. Free. #SciComm

Sharing research is important, but it’s not the whole story. We’re trained to produce research, not always to translate it. Impact happens when people understand why it matters. We’re launching a new Science Communication Toolkit series to support that shift. Details soon. #SciComm

Connection sits at the center of SCoPE’s work. We focus on bringing scientists together and supporting science communication and outreach in ways that help research reach beyond its immediate circle. #SCoPEconnects #SciComm

Only about 1 in 3 Americans can name a living scientist. Research!America has shown that people value science, but personal connection is still missing. That gap between interest and connection is where science communication really matters. Join us for #SciCommFridays for tips & resources!

Science communication isn’t about simplifying science. It’s about helping people make sense of it. Accuracy alone isn’t enough if the relevance isn’t clear.

Ever feel like explaining your science is harder than doing it? We’re trained to be accurate, but not always accessible. The communication gaps many of us feel aren’t personal. They’re structural. And that means they’re something we can learn to navigate. #SciComm #SCoPEconnects

💡 Mini Tip One small shift that makes a big difference: name who you’re communicating with before you shape the message. Asking “Who is this for?” early changes what stands out, what gets left out, and how the message lands. #SciCommFriday #SCoPEconnects