International Conference on Science Communication 2012

The organisers of the conference 'Science Communication : International Perspectives, Issues and Strategies' (4-7 September 2012, Nancy, France) invite proposals for contributions (papers, posters, etc.).

Universities and research organisations are vibrant communities fully engaged in science communication. Their actions are all the more important because the relationship between science, technology and society at large is at the heart of current debate, particularly at a time when the rapid expansion of digital technology opens up uncountable modes of interaction between producers and users of information. This conference intends to take a closer look at the new forms of dialogue between those who are directly involved in the production of knowledge and those for whom ethical, political and economic questions linked to research and its outcomes are considered just as important as the progress of knowledge.

Official languages: French, English.

Proposals should address one of the proposed themes. There are five strands of investigation to explore new horizons:

• The specificity of science communication in universities and research centres
• Public policy with regard to science communication
• Collaborative work and partnership
• Target audiences for science communication
• New tools, new practices

The deadline for proposals is February 10, 2012.

Submitted proposals will be reviewed by members of the Scientific Committee. All successful proposals will be notified by April 15, 2012 at the latest and informed about the steps to take. Papers will only be added to the programme when the speakers have registred for the conference. The deadline for receipt of final papers is July 15, 2012. To submit a paper, click on this link.

Publication

The proceedings will be available online as of October 10, 2012. A printed publication of the proceedings is also considered.

Contact

For further information you can contact:
Kateřina Picková
Université de Lorraine
34, Cours Léopold
54000 Nancy - France
tél.: +33.3.54.50.54.75
jhc2012@nancy-universite.fr