Honorary degree for General Merit

Science, difficult? Not for everyone!

Science communication is the key to connecting science and society. It aims to make complex ideas accessible and understandable for everyone, young and old. UAntwerp has a long-standing tradition in this area, including science cafes, STEM academies, events like Science Day and Robocup Junior and – last but not least – the countless initiatives to support our own researchers in this respect.

In addition to the steps taken by higher education institutions, there are of course also science communicators who have paved their own way. Prime examples include Hetty Helsmoortel and Lieven Scheire.

What has driven them to get into and stay in this field? Which achievements have given them the most satisfaction? What stumbling blocks did they encounter? They’ll gladly enlighten you in their masterclass. Equally important to discuss on this stage are: their insights into how to effectively communicate complex science, their experiences with successful events and their expertise with the Flemish media.

Perhaps you also have questions about the importance of podcasts, reaching diverse target groups, appealing to the general public or dealing with journalists? Get inspired by this masterclass.