Ecsite brings together more than 350 organisations committed to inspiring people with science.
Spokes is the monthly magazine of Ecsite, the European network of science centres and museums. Hear the latest news from European science engagement, go further with in-depth features and make the most of the good reads, events and opportunities shared by Ecsite members.
IN DEPTH: Lowering the tone: intellectual humility in science communication by A. Bandelli & W. Gajewski
LOOKOUT: Engaging with the refugee crisis: Revisited
COLUMN: FP9: science engagement is an integral part of research and innovation by H. Münder
And also: news from Ecsite members, good reads, jobs, project updates...
News 19 April 2018
Online registrations for the #Ecsite2018 in Geneva will close 22 May.
Registration on site is also possible, but for a higher fee ;)
News 13 April 2018
The next European Union Framework Programme for Research and Innovation (FP9) is currently being developed and negotiated. Ecsite has just released a position paper entitled "Together for a democratic and sustainable Europe". It states that FP9 should actively involve citizens in the science and innovation process. Join our advocacy efforts.
International conference 4 May 2018
On 4 May 2018, Sparks will hold its final forum in Brussels: we are proud to present the results and lessons learnt of this three-year pan-European collaboration.
The event will bring together projects partners, DIY scientists featured in the Sparks’ exhibition, artists, academics, science communicators, policy makers and more to share knowledge and ideas on participatory practices in science.
Calls 26 March 2018
Contribute to shaping future Ecsite conferences. A call for staff of Full Ecsite members.
Resources
Useful documents and information on science engagement in general, and Ecsite activities in particular. Browse through articles, toolkits, reports, websites.
Projects
Through Ecsite, members have the opportunity to participate in collaborative projects shaping the future of science engagement. Ecsite runs projects funded by the European Commission as well as initiatives in partnership with other organisations.
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