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Science Communication on LinkedIn, Mastodon and Bluesky

Date
29. Jan 2026 - 30. Jan 2026
Location
online
Organizer
Academic Skills Training
Speaker(s)
Dr. Maia George
Event type
Workshop
Event Language(s)
English
  • Target group:
    (young) researchers
  • Date/Time:
    29. & 30.01.2026, both days from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
  • Total seats:
    12
  • Deadline of registration:
    15.01.2026


Area of competence: science communication and transfer

Content

Translating research from the academic world to non-academic audiences or across different fields can be a challenge for highly specialized researchers. Luckily, social media platforms like LinkedIn,  Mastodon and Bluesky provide a space where academics can reach broader audiences. These platforms can be powerful tools to engage the public, foster societal dialogue, and provide much-needed informal education.

This workshop is designed to help academics kickstart their journey into science communication by focusing on:

  • Understanding how to connect with non-academic or cross-disciplinary audiences
  • Getting familiar with the basics of LinkedIn, Mastodon and Bluesky
  • Exploring the tools available on these platforms to enhance communication
  • Networking with fellow academic communicators
  • Developing content strategies to keep your audience engaged
     

About the coach

George

Dr. Maia George is a workshop leader, coach and trainer in the academic field with many years of experience in adult education, including as a former employee of the Service Center LehreLernen in Jena. As a workshop leader for graduate institutions, Ms. George focuses on application-oriented and innovative topics.

Further information on Dr. Maia George can be found at https://www.maia-george-wissenschaftscoach.de/. 

Registration

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