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News 7 July 2015
The EMME Summer School is a training programme for science center leaders aiming to build the capacities of professionals working in the field of science communication in the Euro-Mediterranean and Middle East regions.
The 2015 edition is taking place on 5-10 September at Bibliotheca Alexandrina, Egypt - register by 31 July.
Calls 6 July 2015
Ecsite members are invited to rank priorities set in the 2016-2020 Ecsite Strategic Plan. This will feed into work undertaken by the Excsite Executive Committee to translate the Strategic Plan into a two-year Action Plan.
News 2 July 2015
We are delighted to announce the start of the new EU project called Sparks. Coordinated by Ecsite, it involves 22 Escite members, multiple science shops, research institutions and European networks.
News 30 June 2015
The Rhine-Waal University (Germany) is recruiting a Scientific Assistant Science Communication and the University of Western Australia a Lecturer in Science Communication. Respective closing dates 11 July and 22 July. Working language: English.
News 24 June 2015
Which participatory initiatives have been undertaken in the field of synthetic biology (SynBio) so far? What is the impact of these engagement activities? Which roles do science centres play in the dialogue on broader societal implications of emerging technologies? These and many more questions were addressed in the session on public engagement with synthetic biology, which was held on June 13, 2015 during the Ecsite Annual Conference in Science Museum MUSE, Italy.
News 20 June 2015
Full report of the pre-conference workshop “Space for Life” – Develop and share resources held on 9-10 June 2015 – MUSE (Trento, Italy)
News 19 June 2015
In 2012, ESA and Ecsite combined strengths, networks and capabilities to allow European space programmes and achievements to reach the largest European audience possible.
News 17 June 2015
It will be hosted by Techmania in Pilsen, Czech Republic, 18-20 November 2015. Online registration open until 25 October.
Calls 17 June 2015
At the Centre for Research in Education and Educational Technology. Topics include "How are digital tools and technologies influencing participation in citizen inquiry initiatives?" and "The battle for open and engaged research". Closing date 1 July
News 17 June 2015
Dear sponsors, thank you so much for your backing!
Your support helps us, at Ecsite, improve the quality of our services. The conference was a success also thanks to you. We hope you had a great time in Trento and enjoyed the opportunities offered by this gathering of minds and appetites.
We will keep thinking of ways to help you reach your goals - we're here all year round, don't hesitate to get in touch!
Hope to see you all, next year in Graz, Austria for the 2016 Ecsite Annual Conference, 9-11 June.
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