E. Playing the Media Game
ROOM: BioLab 5
TIME: 14:30-15:30, 16:00-17:00
Workshop Leader: Kate Bellingham, TV Presenter, Teacher & STEM Consultant
Media coverage of scientific research.
Kate has worked as a TV & radio presenter including BBC TV’s Tomorrow’s World. With a degree in physics and Masters in electronics, she has also worked as an engineer, a Maths & Physics teacher, the National STEM Careers coordinator and in numerous roles supporting STEM learning and outreach.
A workshop looking at how scientific research is covered by mainstream TV, radio & press. Tips on how to play the media game without compromising your position as a scientist. Have a go at developing a media plan and writing a press release.