SINGEK: 3rd BCN Science Slam, 31st MAY 2018 – CALL OPEN

3rd BCN Science Slam 2018

31^st May, 20h @ Bar mau mau (Barcelona)

SINGEK team will actively participate this time as well: Konstantina (ESR3) and Imer (ESR15) will be trainers in the science communication workshop previous to the Science Slam organized by Damjana Kastelic (CRG). In addition, Imer will be the moderator of the Science Slam on May 31st.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

This 3^rd Barcelona Science Slam encourages PhD students and postdoctoral researchers to participate, providing an exciting opportunity to learn about a broad range of scientific fields and to bring their research closer to society. Science Slam is a science communication contest where up to 8 scientists explain their research projects in 5 min engaging, clear and fun talks. You can see some examples of previous editions of the Barcelona Science Slam here.

How can you participate?

Option A: attend a free 2-day science communication workshop, which will prepare you for the slam
On this interactive workshop, you will learn how to communicate your complex research projects to the general public, and practice how to bring your science to life using simple, but strong storytelling techniques like metaphors. The ability to command core science communication tools will leave your audience spellbound; be it when you are giving a talk, or simply explaining your research to your friends or family members. In addition, you will also learn how to deal with a stage fright when presenting to a bigger  crowd of people. This very practical hands on training will prepare you how to be a confident science slammer and to be ready to hit the stage without any fear.

Duration of the course: 2 full days (29^th and 30^th May 2018) from 9:15 am to 5 pm
Venue: Centre for Genomic Regulation (CRG), Dr. Aiguader, 88, 08003 Barcelona
Registration: The number of participants is limited to 25. Registration deadline: 22nd May 2018

Option B: directly apply for the science slam
You can also directly apply for the science slam (without attending the science communication workshop) by uploading a one-minute video of you describing your research project by 22nd May 2018. You will be notified by 24th May 2018if your slam has been selected for the semifinal European slam on the 31^st May 2018 in Bar Mau Mau at 20pm.