Science communication is key to turning EU-funded research into societal impact. A recent publication explores the opportunities and challenges of communication in Horizon projects. At ESCI, this is exactly what we work on every day: connecting science with society through strategic communication.

How can AI agents help make analysis of massive documents faster & more transparent? Northwestern University started a contest, inviting journalists, data scientists, & more to join

Women make up only around one-third of media appearances, and science reporting is no exception.  Visibility matters. Read the details 👇

Need for media manager at the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services #SciCommJobs ⬇️

Our take on: What are no-gos in #SciComm 🛑❕  Science communication takes many shapes and forms, and this diversity is part of what makes the field so engaging. At the same time, there are certain pitfalls to avoid, regardless of the format. We asked our team to share some of their key red flags.

🌍✨ Happy 100th Birthday Sir David Attenborough! A century of wonder, a lifetime of inspiration. He has spent years showing us the beauty & fragility of our world. His storytelling turned science into wonder, proving that curiosity + emotion = action. Let’s celebrate by sharing our favorite moments!

At ESCI, we transform scientific innovation into human stories. For the LEGUMINOSE project, we travelled to Italy to show how Virginia Ruspolini uses intercropping to boost biodiversity and soil health and protect bees. 🐝🌾🌱

ORE: EU’s open-access platform for high-quality research, with 1,300+ articles since 2021. From autumn 2026, CERN will run ORE with €17M (2026–2031), backed by 11 countries, expanding access beyond EU funding. Explore how it can benefit your research!🧪 open-research-europe.ec.europa.eu

The gender gap in STEM isn’t just a “pipeline problem.” Women leave at different stages due to structural barriers, workplace culture and limited long-term support. Addressing imbalance means looking beyond recruitment and fixing the system as a whole. Read more: https://bit.ly/4cggiis

Together with @esci.eu we have recorded training videos for the CURIOSOIL project at the International School of Budapest and in the surrounding area. We also captured a focus group discussion on the role of soil in education, featuring four members of the ESHA General Assembly. ℹ️ curiosoil.eu

Our take on: Why is #ScienceCommunication important 🧪🗣️ It's both our profession & our passion. We believe it plays an important role in shaping a brighter future. But don’t just take our word for it. Hear directly from our science communicators. 👇

When climate disinformation clouds the facts, staying clear-headed matters. Slow down, check context, and rely on trustworthy sources before sharing ⬇️ Better information leads to better decisions. #ClimateFactsMatter

The “Science” of #ScienceCommunication in #EU research projects - check the article for an insightful in-depth analysis of our daily work. journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/... #EUHorizon #Communication

🚨Young Scientists (21-35 years)! You can apply for the EU TalentOn contest 2026 and travel to #Brest (France) 🥖! Work on innovative ideas for the #EUmissions 🇪🇺 and win a share of the €80,000 prize pool! Apply here: www.eutalentonbrest2026.eu (till 30 April) #EUTalentOn #ClimateChangeAdaption

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Climate change is complex and that complexity is often exploited. Before sharing, pause, question, and verify. Reliable information is based on evidence. Understanding it is key to informed decisions. ℹ️More Info: https://climate.ec.europa.eu/eu-action/climate-disinformation_en #ClimateFactsMatter

Science ♡ Poetry To address complicated challenges, such as the energy transition, you have to engage the head 🧠 and the heart ❤️ - Poetry can be a good way to bridge the two. #ScienceCommunication #SciComm

Science communication isn’t just for scientists 👀 Our colleagues Fintan and Laura delivered two SciComm workshops for EUROfusion staff and scientists which focused on audience-first messaging, physical presence in presenting, and unlocking creativity through hands-on exercises.

Kids as peer reviewers? At Frontiers for Young Minds, young readers review scientific papers, honest&clear.  "By working directly with kids, we help foster curiosity [...]and engage the next generation of citizens and scientists." A fresh way making science accessible.

What if fantasy worlds obey real physics? 🌍 Scientists used climate models to test Middle-earth & Westeros. A clever way to make climate science more engaging.

Brain drain is affecting many of Europe’s regional universities. While some areas attract researchers, others struggle with depopulation and short-term contracts. From double degrees to visiting professor schemes, institutions are finding new ways to retain talent. https://bit.ly/4twRcnp

How can science reach society? A new report by the Swedish Research Council explores how countries across Europe strengthen #SciComm. 

Who actually sees climate change on German TV? A new study shows: mostly those already engaged. Entertainment audiences, often more climate-distant, are rarely reached. Read the full article published in the journal Nature Climate Change here: www.nature.com/articles/s41...

Welcome Kristina, our new Science Communicator! 🧪  Based in Sweden, she’s a key asset for the Horizon Europe project HiWhyV, which aims to build the country’s first hydrogen valley. With MScs in Biochemistry & SciComm, she’s a pro at complex projects.  Q&A to get to know her better 🧵

Since 2008, the “Dance Your Ph.D.” contest has invited scientists to present their research. This year’s top prize goes to Sofia Papa, who turned the piezoelectric effect into a synchronised performance.

Two intense days at Successful R&I in Europe 2026 🤝 The ESCI team spoke with ~80 potential partners and already joined 3 new Horizon Europe proposals. One clear takeaway: strong communication & impact planning increasingly makes the difference in successful EU projects.  #ScienceCommunication

Every year we’re reminded why we love this tradition so much: A Kohltour means a winter walk, a wagon of snacks, games that get weirdly competitive, and kale at the end. 🥬 Congrats to our newly crowned Kale Royalty: 👑 Maialen & Irma 👑

Climate change is usually shown in graphs and charts. But what if we could hear it? Data sonification transforms climate datasets into sound, making trends and anomalies perceptible in a completely new way. A cool tool for science communication. Learn more here: www.forbes.com/sites/marsha...

⏳ Our online media speed-dating on Restoring Europe’s soils and wetlands is taking place next week. 🗓️ 11 March 2026 | 🕒 15:00–16:00 CET Meet researchers from NBS4DROUGHT, @wethorizons.eu, iCOSHELLS and URSOILL. 📝 Register now: forms.office.com/pages/respon...

Complex EU research, clearly explained 🎥 For the HARMONY project, ESCI produced an animation video that translates technical innovation into an accessible story for broad audiences. HARMONY develops technologies to recycle rare earth magnets. ♻️

Happy to welcome Lena Sterzik to our team in Oldenburg 🙌  Our new scicomm intern brings:  🌱 a Master’s focus on Environmental Psychology & Sustainability  📚 a love for making science relatable  ☕ a strong commitment to being “freshly caffeinated”  Great to have you on board, Lena!

What if volcanic ash could help the environment? 🌋🌱 New research suggests ash from Mount Etna can boost soil health and support plant growth, turning a volcanic byproduct into something useful. A great example of science finding solutions in unexpected places: https://bit.ly/RCSVolcanoAsh

We’ll be at Successful R & I in Europe 2026 tomorrow and Thursday. If you’re attending and looking for a communication and dissemination partner for your Horizon Europe project, whether you have a project idea, a proposal in preparation or a consortium taking shape, let’s connect!

Join our online media speed-dating session to connect journalists with soil and wetlands researchers from the projects NBS4DROUGHT, @wethorizons.eu, iCOSHELLS, URSOILL. 🌍 Restoring Europe’s soils and wetlands 🗓️ 11 March 2026 🕒 15:00–16:00 CET 📝 Register now: forms.office.com/pages/respon...

On #WomenInSTEMDay, we celebrate women herders 🌿 Their ecological knowledge sustains species-rich grasslands and biodiversity, even if it’s rarely recognised as STEM. At BIOTraCes, we work with women herders as equal knowledge holders. #WomenInScience #Biodiversity #IDWGS2026

We’ll be at Successful R&I in Europe 2026 on 19–20 Feb 👋 If you’re attending and looking for an experienced communication & dissemination partner for Horizon Europe, let’s talk. ESCI has supported 50+ EU-funded projects since 2017. #HorizonEurope #EUProjects #ScienceCommunication

Think society is in moral decline? The data says otherwise. Studies show that people across the world still value honesty, loyalty and helpfulness, and often act on those values. A hopeful look at who we really are 👇 @uk.theconversation.com theconversation.com/think-societ...

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AI is designing cancer-fighting proteins 🧬 Scientists built a “GPS” for cancer-fighting immune cells using generative AI. It’s early days, but it could unlock faster, more targeted cancer therapies. @sciencenews.bsky.social www.sciencenews.org/article/gene...

Looking for partners for your next Horizon Europe project? ESCI will take part in Successful R&I in Europe 2026 (19–20 Feb). With experience from 50+ EU-funded projects, we support consortia with communication. Register by 6 Feb 👉https://horizont.zenit.de/events/successful-r-i-in-europe-2026/

Complex life began with one cell living inside another. Now, for the first time, scientists have recreated this moment in the lab, coaxing one microbe to make a home inside another. @quantamagazine.bsky.social www.quantamagazine.org/scientists-r...

Axolotls, butt-breathing, and a 3D-printed elephant in a living cell 🐘 Science brings progress, but also joy and giggles. Here’s a roundup of discoveries from 2025 that made us smile. @sciencenews.bsky.social www.sciencenews.org/article/scie...

AI is increasingly shaping how research is produced and science communication has to adapt. At #WissKon25 in Karlsruhe, Kristine Jung and Jürgen Kleinig exchanged with the SciComm community and explored current trends, with a strong focus on AI and its impact on research and academic writing.

What if your dad’s workouts changed your metabolism? 🧬 New research suggests that diet, exercise and mental stress can leave molecular traces in sperm, shaping how the next generation develops. @quantamagazine.bsky.social www.quantamagazine.org/how-dads-fit...

Goodbye coal, hello renewables ⚡ Science has named the global surge in renewable energy its 2025 Breakthrough of the Year. Renewables have overtaken coal, with solar and wind meeting rising power demand. @science.org www.science.org/content/arti...

Our take on: What is science communication 🧪 🗣️ There are so many ways to communicate science, which is what makes this field so creative and exciting. What activities or elements are part of science communication for you? #ScienceCommunication #SciComm

Science communication isn’t just facts — inclusive, identity-centered approaches are reshaping how researchers connect with communities and build trust. Read how diverse voices enrich outreach👇 phys.org/news/2026-01...

Faster doesn’t always mean better. At this year’s Forum Wissenschaftskommunikation by @w-i-d.de, AI was the thread running through every session, prompting the community to reflect on quality, creativity, and trust in #ScienceCommunication.  Here are our 5 key take-aways🧵👇

In need of open tools and databases to better understand climate change, demography, health, digital transformation and other issues? The Joint Research Centre provides a wide range of them! 👇

🌍 How fast do countries use up Earth’s resources? New Country Overshoot Days show the date when the planet’s yearly budget would be exhausted if everyone lived like people in that country. A stark snapshot of global inequality in resource use. overshoot.footprintnetwork.org/newsroom/cou...