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The Immunology Podcast

Ep. 70: “Public Outreach” Featuring Drs. Akiko Iwasaki and Aimee Bernard

Jan 16, 2024
Dr. Akiko Iwasaki and Dr. Aimee Bernard discuss public outreach in immunology, the importance of communicating science effectively, challenges during the pandemic, and strategies for engaging non-scientists through social media. They touch on topics like new antibiotics for resistant bacteria, T cell suppression in tumors, and the Immunology Explained campaign.
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Quick takeaways

  • Effective public outreach in immunology involves utilizing diverse platforms like social media and podcasts for education and combating misinformation.
  • Engaging the public in science communication requires humility, acknowledgment of uncertainties, and reliance on reputable sources during critical situations.

Deep dives

Akiko Iwasaki and Amy Bernard on Public Outreach in Immunology

Dr. Akiko Iwasaki from Yale University and Dr. Amy Bernard from the University of Colorado share their experiences in public outreach about immunology. During the COVID-19 pandemic, both scientists engaged in educating the public through various platforms like social media, webinars, and community conversations. Their motivation lies in providing evidence-based information to help individuals make informed decisions related to their health and address misinformation and disinformation.

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