Science as a Way of Life with Martina Ribar Hestericová

Insights Xchange: Conversations Shaping Academic Research

In the second part of the conversation with Martina Ribar Hestericová, hosts Nikesh Gosalia and Jayashree Rajagopalan dive deeper into the world of science communication by exploring concepts such as inclusivity in science communication and English as the global language of science. Martina talks about her ideas for nurturing a love for science among young people by using appealing and age-appropriate language, starting early in elementary school, and teaching science as a way of life rather than an academic subject. The discussion covers tips for running a successful science-based account on Instagram, Martina’s transition from academia into science journalism, and the benefits of a scientific mindset in enhancing our daily lives. Finally, Martina shares her strategies for staying updated with the latest developments in chemistry without getting overwhelmed by information.

Martina Ribar Hestericová is a Science Communications Manager for Lonza, freelance science journalist, and polyglot with a PhD in Chemistry from the University of Basel as well as several indexed publications under her belt. Featured on Forbes 30 under 30, Martina is involved in several science outreach projects, including Lonza's biotech podcast “A View On” and her popular Instagram account science_exercises.eu. Connect with Martina on LinkedIn.

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