Communicating Science to the Broader Public Webinar

Дата публикации: 12-08-2026 17:28:50

The session will highlight real-world experiences with media, social platforms, community engagement and political advocacy, followed by an interactive discussion.

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This panel-style webinar will bring together experienced microbiologists and science communicators to share practical strategies for engaging the broader public. Panelists will discuss approaches for translating complex scientific or microbiology concepts into clear, accessible language, using storytelling and addressing common misconceptions. The session will also highlight real-world experiences with media, social platforms, community engagement and political advocacy followed by an interactive discussion.

Learning Objectives At the conclusion of this session, the participant will be able to do the following:

1. Apply plain-language and storytelling techniques to explain complex scientific concepts to diverse, non-expert audiences.
2. Recognize and address common public misconceptions about microbiology, infectious diseases and public health.
3. Evaluate effective and practical communication approaches shared by panelists for engaging with media, online platforms, community stakeholders and political representatives.

Webinar Date and Time

Sept. 17, 2026, 1-2 p.m. ET

Panelists Jacinda (JAM) Abdul-Mutakabbir, Pharm.D., MPH, FIDSA
Associate Professor of Clinical Pharmacy
University of California San Diego
Department of Pharmacy Practice and Sciences, Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences
Division of the Black Diaspora and African American Studies
Skaggs School of Pharmacy

Christopher Dade, Ph.D., M.S.
Postdoctoral Research Associate
University of Nebraska–Lincoln

Devin Fisher, Ph.D.
Marketing Lead Specialist
Center For Vaccine Development and Global Health
University of Maryland School of Medicine

Lauren Gabel, MPA
Senior Specialist, Advocacy
ASM

Audience

This webinar is intended for scientists of all levels.

Level of Instruction

Beginner.

Additional Information

• This webinar is free to ASM members and non-members.
• The live webinar will be held on Sept. 17, 2026, and the recording will become available by Sept. 24, 2026.
• Zoom closed captioning is provided. Please email ASM if other accommodations are needed.
• Questions? Contact Nicole Jackson, clinmicro@asmusa.org.

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