BANG Seminar for 2020-05-07

Series: BANG Seminar
Date: Thu 07-May-2020
Time: 4:05-5:00pm
Location: PSC 1136
Speaker: Dr. Barb Mattson (GSFC/UMD)
Title: "Taking Science Beyond the Journal: Sharing Astrophysics Stories with the Public

Have you seen a story about black holes on a news website and wondered how it got there? Curious about what it takes to turn your next science result into a media sensation? Or do you want to be the one translating science stories into media products?

I'll talk about my position as the Astrophysics Communications Scientist at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, how we turn scientific papers into news features and social media posts, and the circuitous path I took getting to this position. There should be something for everyone -- from researchers who want to know about how to work with their local friendly communications teams to folks looking at alternate paths in astronomy.

About the BANG Seminar Series

The Astronomy Department's BANG! Seminar (Better Astronomy for the New Generation!) features speakers and discussions on issues of equity and inclusion, career paths, and soft skills for astronomers. Please contact co-leads Jaime Crouse, or Emeline Fromont,or also other organizers including Ell Bogat, Joe DeMartini, Jordan Ealy, Tad Komacek, Katya Leidig, Laura Vega, Stuart Vogel, or Kiana Whitfield with any questions or suggestions for speakers.

SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS:

Special accommodations for individuals with disabilities can be made by calling (301) 405-3001. It would be appreciated if we are notified at least one week in advance.

DIRECTIONS AND PARKING

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