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Kooperationen Science communication Development Research

Promotion of an innovative and green slope protection system

Landslides and slope failures pose an increasing threat to communities and infrastructure in the Nepal Himalaya – sustainable, green slope protection systems offer a promising way forward.

3 min read · 17. February 2026
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Citizen Science Science communication

Citizen sensing as a catalyst for participatory risk governance

The book “Citizen Sensing for Risk Response” by Anna Berti Suman analyzes how citizen-driven data collection can contribute to managing societal risks. The focus is on the concept of citizen sensing: citizens independently collect environmental or health data to address information gaps and make risk perceptions visible.

1 min read · 16. February 2026
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Science communication

Networks for the future: Submit your STEM region now

STEM regions strengthen education in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics through close cooperation between schools, research institutions, and businesses.

1 min read · 03. February 2026
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Kooperationen Science communication Development Research

Rural Women's Right to Access to Land in North-West Ethiopia: Challenges and Limits

Why do legal land rights not translate into real access for rural women? A joint Ethiopian-Austrian research project combined field studies, legal review and stakeholder dialogue to uncover the barriers women face in North-West Ethiopia.

3 min read · 29. January 2026
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Citizen Science Science communication

The new Citizen Science & Science Communication Newsletter is here

1 min read · 26. January 2026
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Science communication

Left behind? Opportunities and challenges for science communication in rural areas

An online panel discussion on May 6, 2026, will examine the urban-rural divide in science communication. Experts from the fields of practice and research will discuss and present examples of best practice.

2 min read · 15. January 2026
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Science communication School

MINT-BILDUNG ZUM ANFASSEN: Kindern die technische und digitale Welt näherbringen

Die MINT Akademie präsentiert innovative Unterrichtsmethoden für Elementarpädagogik und Primarstufe.

1 min read · 13. January 2026
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Citizen Science Science communication

A brief overview of science communication

Swiss Research has published a communication guide for citizen science. It offers a quick and practical insight into five important formats of science communication, each with five practical key messages and five helpful resources.

1 min read · 13. January 2026
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Science communication

When facts are not enough: Science with social impact

Why do scientific facts often fail to reach the public? “Science with Impact” shows why trust, context, and dialogue are crucial for effective science communication—and how research can develop social relevance.

1 min read · 13. January 2026
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Science communication School

MINTschmiede 2026-2027

Um noch mehr Mädchen MINT-Mut zu machen, werden herausragende österreichische MINT & Mädchen Projekte gesucht, die gemeinsam weiter wachsen wollen - Einreichung bis 31. Jänner verlängert!

1 min read · 12. January 2026
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Science communication

Science communication at the vegetable market

The ScienceCenter Network has published a new practical guide on communicating science in marketplaces.

1 min read · 09. January 2026
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Young Science Science communication Public Science

Young-Science-Tage in der Fachzeitschrift "Green Care"

In der aktuellen Ausgabe des Magazins Green Care – der Fachzeitschrift für naturgestützte Interaktion, herausgegeben von der Hochschule für Agrar- und Umweltpädagogik in Wien – erscheint ein spannender Beitrag über die Young-Science-Tage an Schulen.

1 min read · 19. December 2025