Physics World Weekly Podcast Top tips for physics outreach from a prize winner, making graphene more sustainable
Nov 21, 2024
Joanne O’Meara, a medical physicist at the University of Guelph and a recipient of the King Charles III Coronation Medal for science outreach, shares her passion for science communication and plans to open a new science center. Burcu Saner Okan, principal investigator at Sabanci University’s Sustainable Advanced Materials Research Group, discusses sustainable graphene production techniques, highlighting the use of recycled materials and the importance of a circular economy. Together, they reveal the beauty of physics in everyday life and innovative outreach strategies.
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Physics' Image Problem
- Physics has an image problem, being seen as esoteric and theoretical.
- People don't see physics's role in everyday life.
Reactor Tour Guide
- As a grad student, Joanne O’Meara was a tour guide at McMaster's reactor.
- This experience provided excellent science communication training.
Science on Tap
- Joanne O’Meara runs Science on Tap, a monthly pub event.
- Activities include measuring pi with spaghetti and discussing evolution.