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In an age of misinformation and distrust, many scientists are underutilizing a powerful tool for generating interest in their research findings: creativity. 🎨 🖋

Our latest blog post highlights the work of Saurja DasGupta, Ph.D., who is actively encouraging scientists to embrace creative pursuits. By leveraging the Public Engagement Content Award he received from Research!America, Saurja is developing "A Science Communicator's Toolkit" to teach graduate students and postdocs how to lean into popular science writing, art, and social media.

Read more at the link in our bio.

#SciComm #PublicEngagement #EarlyCareer #STEM

The current continuing resolution, which is delaying OMB's proposed rule on federal grantmaking, is set to expire on Dec. 11. That's a date that is inching closer each day. We must keep up the pressure to stop OMB's harmful rule from taking effect. Our latest Weekly Letter provides opportunities for advocates to continue engaging and making a difference.

Read more at the link in our bio.

#OMB #FederalGrants #HealthResearch #MedicalInnovation #SciComm

📣 We're hiring!

Research!America is seeking an Accounting and Grants Coordinator. This position will handle day-to-day financial operations, including supporting an external accounting firm with obtaining information needed for monthly financial reporting. This position will also maintain grant financial records and prepare regular financial reports for internal stakeholders and grantors.

Learn more about the responsibilities, qualifications, benefits, and how to apply at the link in our bio.

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💡 Power your public engagement! 🔬🧬✨

Research!America is now accepting applications for our 2026-2027 Civic Engagement Microgrants. These microgrants provide funding to groups led by STEMM post-docs, as well as graduate and professional students, for projects related to public engagement.

We're also accepting applications for our Public Engagement Content Awards, which focus on the creation of curricula to help scientists build civic science skills. 📑💼

Applications for both funding opportunities are due Nov. 20, 2026. For more details and to apply, please visit the link in our bio.

#EarlyCareer #STEM #PublicEngagement #SciComm #ScienceOutreach

With the #midterm elections coming up, outreach to members of Congress about the proposed OMB rule and medical research progress is crucial. Use our Fall Advocacy Guide and join us for the National Council of Nonprofits' Day of Action on Nov. 10. Plus, we've provided a roundup of recent requests for information from federal agencies, as well as information on an open-access science policy curriculum and PCORI's science fair on Capitol Hill. Finally, stay tuned because next week Research!America will begin accepting applications for our Civic Science Microgrants and Awards Program.

Read more in our latest Weekly Letter. Link in bio.

#SciPol #Research #Advocacy #PublicEngagement

What does science have in common with the theater? According to Letonia Copeland-Hardin, Ph.D., one of Research!America's distinguished Public Engagement Content Awardees, the answer is building trust with an audience.

Featured in the Chicago Tribune article, "Funny you should ask: Chicago scientist says humor makes for better researchers," Letonia describes drawing upon her experience as a stand-up comic to develop a workshop with other researchers. The goal? To help scientists engage with communities and communicate with the general public more effectively.

Read more in the Chicago Tribune Theater Section. The link is in our bio.

And stay tuned! The 2026-2027 application cycle for our Public Engagement Content Awards will open next week on Oct. 20, 2026.

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Civic Science Info Session 1, Nov. 6

Civic Science Info Session 2, Nov. 10

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