TU Members Put Science Communication on Their Agenda
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Whether it’s the energy transition, demographic change, or human-animal relationships – the mundo articles highlight the various ways in which TU researchers seek dialogue with society: The forms of science communication range from popular science lectures to social media posts and media appearances. The new issue includes an interview with journalism professor Holger Wormer, who emphasizes the importance of quality standards in science communication and discusses how better communication can strengthen democracy. Readers also learn more about the research of urban planner Nina Hangebruch, who demonstrates how vacant department stores in city centers can become new attractions – and is a highly sought-after interview partner in the media.
Projects such as the “Progress in International Reading Literacy Study (PIRLS, known in German as IGLU)International Primary School Reading Study” led by education researcher Prof. Nele McElvany or the work of Prof. Christian Rehtanz on the implementation of the energy transition, which receive much attention in the media, politics, and society, are also presented. Additionally, mundo showcases how TU members make science accessible to a broad audience through interactive lectures and public appearances. The profile of Prof. Aladin El-Mafaalani shows how extensively the well-known sociologist communicates with society and what is important to him in doing so.