Science writing tips from the experts

Science writing experts Andy Ridgway and Dr Roger Highfield provide their provide their essential tips on writing for a non-scientific audience in this webinar for the MRC Max Perutz Science Writing Award.

Andy Ridgway is an award-winning journalist with over 20 years experience and a Senior Lecturer in Science Communication at UWE Bristol. Roger Highfield is the Science Director at the Science Museum, as well as an author, journalist and broadcaster.

The MRC Max Perutz Science Writing Award is in its 24th year, supporting current MRC PhD students to become tomorrow’s leaders in discovery science and encourage outstanding written communication.

00:00:00 – Welcome and introductions
00:01:57 – Why should you enter?
00:03:32 – Developing your story
00:06:13 – Think about your audience
00:08:43 – Writing structure
00:14:37 – Final tips
00:18:33 – Q&A
00:26:33 – Important reminders
00:29:45 – Ends

Find out more about the award and how to enter: https://mrc.ukri.org/skills-careers/studentships/for-current-mrc-students/max-perutz-science-writing-award/the-competition/

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