Resource: Perceptions of Science in America
View our Resources page for a selection of science communication tools, including a new report on Americans’ attitudes toward science.
NEWS
Case Study Examines Collaborative Journalism Project on Border Security
Center for Cooperative Media’s new case study looks at USA Today Network’s collaborative journalism project on border security…
COMPASS Launches Scientist Sentinels Program
COMPASS to host Scientist Sentinels: Civic Engagement and Leadership Program; applications due 2/20…
Resource: A Field Guide to “Fake News” and Other Information Disorders
Our featured resources for public-interest journalism include a guide to investigating misleading content, produced by Public Data Lab and First Draft News.
Fund for Shared Insight Welcomes 47 New Nonprofits to Listen for Good Initiative
Fund for Shared Insight welcomes 47 new nonprofits to Listen for Good, advancing the use of feedback in the social sector.
Elena Gracheva Finds That Hibernating Rodents Feel Less Cold
Elena Gracheva (2013 RAF Scholar) and colleagues have discovered a neural basis for hibernating rodents’ reduced cold sensitivity.
New York City Council Launches New Digital Platform
New website for tracking NYC Council was adapted from the site created by the Participatory Politics Foundation (RAF grant partner)…
Webinar on Sustaining Civic Tech
January 31 discussion will examine models, barriers and best practices for seeding and scaling nonprofit startups…
Expanding Support for Nonprofit Science News
The Rita Allen Foundation has joined News Match, a campaign that matches individual donations and helps newsrooms build capacity.
Webinar Series: Philanthropy’s Role in Combating Misinformation
December 14 discussion will explore challenges and opportunities to improve information consumption…