title: Speaking Up For Science.
abstract: Communicating science and being an advocate for public support of research are critical roles for scientists. However, despite having the most relevant expertise, many of us do not get involved in matters bridging science and policy. Here I discuss the importance of science advocacy by researchers, and present strategies for communicating the relevance of your work to the public and elected officials, including the crafting of a two-minute pitch - a valuable skill for all scientists.
authors.affiliation: Biological Sciences Division, Office of the Dean, University of Chicago, 5841 South Maryland Avenue, MC 1114, Room S-106, Chicago, IL 60637, USA. Electronic address: cmlee@bsd.uchicago.edu.
authors.forename: Connie M
authors.initials: CM
authors.lastname: Lee
mesh_terms: D000818:Animals; D003142:Communication; D003254:Consumer Advocacy; D006801:Humans; D033181:Information Dissemination; D012106:Research; D012586:Science / Q000193:education*; D013663:Teaching