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Why Science Needs Better Communication
Science shapes our everyday lives, but understanding it often feels out of reach. In this episode, science communicator Jessica Burgess joins the NIU STEAM Podcast to explore why effective STEM communication matters and how complex topics can be made accessible to everyone.
Drawing from her experiences as a marine biologist, zookeeper, educator, museum professional, and outreach leader at Argonne National Laboratory, Jessica discusses the challenges scientists face when communicating with public audiences. The conversation examines the impact of jargon, the importance of storytelling, and why…
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