Statement from ASTC’s President and CEO
Christofer Nelson, ASTC’s President and CEO released the following statement: On January 6, we saw a frightening display of attempted mob rule at the United States Capitol Building. As Members …
Global science engagement networks continue international partnerships in 2020 and 2021
An update on international collaboration from ASPAC, ASTC, Ecsite, NAMES, RedPOP, and SAASTEC. Over the past year, hundreds of science centers and science museums from around the world have gathered …
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ASTC 2020: Opening Keynote
As we count down to the start of the ASTC Virtual 2020 Annual Conference, we’ll be highlighting the plenary sessions that will bring the community together. Opening Keynote “Science communication …
ASTC 2020: Friedman Dialogues
As we count down to the start of the ASTC Virtual 2020 Annual Conference, we’ll be highlighting the plenary sessions that will bring the community together. Alan J. Friedman Science …
Takeaways from The Public Face of Science in America: Priorities for the Future
Erica Palma Kimmerling, ASTC’s Senior Advisor for Science Engagement Policy and Partnerships contributed to this post. In her previous role as the Hellman Fellow for Science and Technology Policy at the American …
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Insights from the Public Face of Science, a multi-year study of the relationship between science and society
In 2016, the American Academy of Arts and Sciences launched The Public Face of Science project—an effort to better understand the complex and evolving relationship between science and society, and examine how trust …
Q&A with Maya Ajmera
Interviewed by Susan Straight July 20, 2020 Maya Ajmera is the president and CEO of Society for Science & the Public and publisher of Science News. The Society is best known …
Statement by ASTC’s President and CEO on Systemic Racism in America and the Pressing Need for Inclusive Science Engagement
Over the past few days, the world has seen on full display the anguish and anger of people across the United States as we face the concurrent crises of the …
Breaking Down Silos Between Science Engagement Professionals
By Erica Palma Kimmerling from Dimensions January/February 2020 Those of us who endeavor to weave science more thoroughly into the fabric of society seek a world where everyone is empowered to …
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Q&A with Nalini Nadkarni
Interviewed by Susan Straight This interview appeared in the January/February 2020 issue of Dimensions magazine. Nalini Nadkarni is an ecologist and professor at the University of Utah, a pioneer of …
Science centers and museums celebrate ISCSMD 2019
From original videos to free admission days to special family activities, museums marked International Science Center and Science Museum Day in a wide variety of ways: Domus, Museos Científicos Coruñeses …
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ISCSMD at The Franklin Institute
As we approach International Science Center and Science Museum Day (ISCSMD), read about how The Franklin Institute is marking the occasion. Tell us how you plan to observe ISCSMD by …
ISCSMD 2018 Celebrations Across the Globe
On November 10, 2018, science centers and museums around the world celebrated the third annual International Science Center and Science Museum Day (ISCSMD). From science demonstrations and special guest lectures …
Workshop—A New Reality: Emerging Technologies for Your Visitors
ASTC partnered with Saint Louis Science Center to present a two-day workshop, Thursday–Friday, May 3–4, exploring both the possibilities and the challenges faced when integrating emerging technologies such as …
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Workshop—Boost Your Visitors’ CREATE-ivity!
Creativity is a necessary skill for all ages—young, old, and everyone in between. Cultivating minds to think creatively is vital to foster advances in science and innovation, and there is …
ASTC on Air with Justin Dillon
“ASTC on Air” spoke with Justin Dillon, professor of science and environmental education at the University of Exeter in Devon, England, United Kingdom. Dillon taught in London high schools for …
Bringing the Stars to Your Hometown
By Timothy Rhue II, Senior Informal Education Specialist, Space Telescope Science Institute, Baltimore, Maryland, and NASA’s Universe of Learning NASA’s Universe of Learning needs your help. We need informal learning …
Three Years in the Making, the World Biotech Tour Ambassador Delegation Meets in Japan
“I’ve just go to the airport, and am looking forward to seeing all of you =)=)” “On my way to Tokyo! See you soon!!” “[I’m bringing] Portuguese treats for you …
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A Summit on Women in Science
What do a NASCAR driver, award-winning author, and cosmetic lab manager all have in common? They are just a few of the women and leaders who joined female scientists, professors, …
Webcast Discussion—ISCSMD 2017: What We Did
Click here to watch a recording of this ISCSMD webcast discussion. The breadth and depth of events produced by institutions around the world for International Science Center and …