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Innovations in Science News Literacy
A grant from the Rita Allen Foundation is helping to launch News Co/Lab, a collaborative lab based at Arizona State University’s Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication. The lab is partnering with journalists, librarians, educators, technologists and others to help the public find new ways…
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Webinar Previews Findings on “The Public Face of Science”
Discussion cohosted by RAF highlights new research on the evolving relationship between scientists and the public…
Cities of Service Launches Engaged Cities Award
Engaged Cities Award to recognize local governments and citizens that work together to solve problems; applications due 1/5…
News Co/Lab Launches Projects to Advance Science and Health News Literacy
News Co/Lab at Arizona State University to develop strategies for improving public understanding of news and scientific evidence…
New Report: Civic Tech Companies Make Gains, Struggle With Sustainable Business Models
“Scaling Civic Tech: Paths to a Sustainable Future,” provides analysis and interviews with nearly 50 stakeholders A new report offers an in-depth view into the emerging civic tech industry, revealing the opportunities and challenges faced by organizations working to connect citizens with their government when seeking to scale and…
Building a Sustainable Future for Civic Tech
Today, Knight Foundation and Rita Allen Foundation released a new report on the emerging civic tech industry. “Scaling Civic Tech: Paths to a Sustainable Future” reveals opportunities and challenges faced by organizations working to connect citizens with their government when seeking to scale and become financially sustainable. How can the…
New Report Offers Framework for Tackling Information Disorder
“Information Disorder” report from First Draft suggests approaches for addressing mis- and disinformation through research and policy…
AAAS Starts SciLine Service for Journalists
New SciLine service from AAAS provides journalists with high-quality scientific expertise and context on demand…