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Research institutions: neither doing science communication nor promoting ‘public’ relations

September 22, 2014 | Media and Technology, Informal/Formal Connections
In this commentary I explain why research institutions are neither doing science communication nor developing ‘public’ relations in the proper sense. Their activities are rather a mix of different things, serving various purposes and targets. However, dealing with PCST, their main responsibilities [should] include: promoting genuine communication and dialogue, being open and accessible to the public, providing high quality scientific information, ensuring good internal communication and educating their scientific staff.

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  • Michel Classens
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    Free University of Brussels
  • Citation

    ISSN : 1824-2049
    Publication Name: Journal of Science Communication
    Volume: 13
    Number: 3
    Resource Type: Reference Materials
    Discipline: General STEM
    Audience: Undergraduate/Graduate Students | Administration/Leadership/Policymakers | General Public | Scientists
    Environment Type: Media and Technology | Broadcast Media | Websites, Mobile Apps, and Online Media | Comics, Books, and Newspapers | Informal/Formal Connections

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