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References
This page provides links to references for designing a communication plan and the resources described in the communication toolkit.
 Books on communicating science:
Richard Hayes and Daniel Grossman’s book A Scientist’s Guide to Talking with the Media: Practical Advice from the Union of Concerned Scientists. Published in 2006 by Rutgers University Press, this book provides tips on how to translate abstract concepts into concrete metaphors, how to create sound bites, and how to prepare for interviews. The text is supported by real-world examples of scientists communicating their research.
Lars Lindberg Christensen’s book The Hands-on Guide for Science Communicators: A Step-by-step Approach to Public Outreach. Published in 2007 by Springer Science + Business Media, LLC, this book is written from a European perspective. It describes science communication and gives advice on such things as determining target audiences, how to craft written vs. visual communication, advertising, and much more.
Vernon Booth first wrote his book Communicating in Science: Writing a Scientific Paper and Speaking at Scientific Meetings in 1984, with a second edition in 1993. It is published by University Press, Cambridge, UK. This short piece gives excellent advice on how to organize a scientific paper, how to write the content for the best clarity, tips on grammar and punctuation, and guidance on speaking at public meetings. One chapter is devoted to non-native English speakers.
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Useful websites on science communication
Resources on how to communicate with policymakers
Resources on communicating with journalists
Resources on Radio & TV Interviews:
Resources for designing and giving presentations:
References on writing for the web
Resources on writing memos:
Resources on Designing Brochures
Resources for writing opinion editorials:
Resources for giving legislative testimony
Resources for writing a letter to the editor
Resources for writing press releases:
Resources for conducting a press conference:
Resources for creating a press advisory:
Grant writing resources
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