September SciComm Journal Club

September 15th, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
4300 Duncan Avenue
Room 3110
Saint Louis, MO 63110
United States
Join us to learn how health care professionals can leverage competencies in empathetic, engaging, interactive and clear communication to combat misinformation and foster trust as we discuss Training health communicators — The need for a new approach.

In our September session, hosted in partnership with WashU Bursky Public Health, we will continue exploring the latest advances in science communication research, current trends in scientific output and the challenges researchers encounter when disseminating their work.

In Training health communicators — The need for a new approach, participants will reflect on the advantages of equipping clinicians with public communication competencies and how academic and health care institutions can support these efforts. Mary Goldschmidt (WashU Bursky Public Health) will lead the discussion.

Come together with people from different fields, professional avenues, and career stages—all with a shared interest in science communication, but each with their unique perspective. Reading is suggested but not required to attend. Refreshments will be served!

This event is open to all and co-hosted by the Center for Health & Science Communication at Bernard Becker Medical Library and WashU Bursky Public Health. Contact Monica Sala-Rabanal at msala@wustl.edu with any questions.

Getting to the event:

This event is located near the Washington University Medical Campus and is accessible via the Metro, Cortex stop. Nearby parking is available.

Arrival Information

  • Please bring your WashU ID for building access.

  • Enter through the main entrance at 4300 Duncan Ave.

  • Take the elevator or stairs to the 3rd floor and follow the signs to room 3110.

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